The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has concluded all necessary arrangements to enforce Traffic Laws on some recalcitrant Lagos State Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) bus drivers across the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Bolaji Oreagba disclosed this on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by a … Read more
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), is set to hold the 15th edition of the Annual Walk for Nature to highlight the importance of nature conservation and improving the quality of life across the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at a Press Conference organised to sensitise the … Read more
Following the recent fire incident at Brasas Plaza at 43, Martins Street, Lagos Island, the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) Enforcement team has sealed and cordoned off the building to prevent any form of activity around the Plaza. Eko Hot Blog reports that a statement signed by the General Manager of LASBCA, Arc. Gbolahan … Read more
Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has appealed to residents of the State to exercise caution as they embark on the end-of-the-year purchases of goods and services, especially consumable items, emphasising the need to pay cursory attention to product information, particularly expiry dates. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking recently on the activities of the … Read more
The General Manager of Lagos State Drivers’ Institute (LASDRI), Mrs. Afusat Tiamiyu has said that continuous partnership between the Lagos State Government and stakeholders in the transportation sector will continually improve road sanity and promote positive road culture among the monitoring public. Eko Hot Blog reports that she disclosed this when she was a guest … Read more
The Lagos State Planning and Environmental Monitoring Agency (LASPEMA) has tasked Horticulturists in Lagos to support government policies on the appropriate usage of Setbacks and Incidental Open Spaces (IOS) in line with the present administration’s commitment to sanitise and control the usage of setbacks and IOS across the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that Tpl. … Read more
Sanwo-Olu has received an approval letter for Lekki Airport. Eko Hot Blog reports that the proposed Lekki International Airport’s formal letter of approval was delivered to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu by Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy Bans Visa On Arrival For Nigerians JUST IN: PDP Set To Flag … Read more
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), yesterday, said the early morning Ibadan to Lagos trip was interrupted four times due to vandalised sections of the rail tracks. Eko Hot Blog reports that travellers are stranded as a Lagos-bound train develops a fault in the middle of a forest. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy Bans … Read more
Lagos State Government, in collaboration with Temple Company, has commenced the training of 200 youths in 10 different empowerment programmes in line with its drive to equip interested youths across the State with creative skills. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at the kick-off of the training and orientation ceremony for the 200 successful … Read more
In light of the impending general elections in 2023, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, the deputy governor of Lagos State, has asked Nigerians to cast their ballots based only on merit rather than emotion in order to create a nation that benefits all citizens. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hamzat made the announcement on Monday … Read more
Saheed Adamson, an Ajido community traditional leader in Lagos State’s Badagry region, is said to have assaulted Michael Kunnuji, one of his high chiefs, following a dispute. Eko Hot Blog reports that the monarch was said to have dealt a blow on Kunnuji, who also doubles as his second-in-command. EDITOR’S PICK JUST IN: Ethiopian Embassy … Read more
Lagos State Government has acknowledged the contributions of the theatre arts industry in advancing the creative sector, assuring the practitioners of continuous support and meaningful partnership. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at the celebration of the year 2022 Theatre Arts and Motion Picture Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), tagged: “Eko Theatre Festival” and … Read more
Lagos State Government, through the Office of the Head of Service, Public Service Office, has organised a three-day retreat for Directors of Admin and Human Resources in the Lagos State Public Service. Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a keynote address at the opening session of the retreat held at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria … Read more
The Director-General, Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA), Lagos State Ministry of Education, Mrs. Abiola Seriki-Ayeni has reiterated the need for private primary and secondary schools in Lagos to collaborate with the State Government for effective data collection, stressing that reliable data is key to effective planning. Eko Hot Blog reports that Seriki-Ayeni stated this … Read more
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday urged religious leaders, especially clerics and Christian leaders to educate people on the importance of shunning electoral violence and other acts that are inimical to democracy. Eko Hot Blog reports that he gave the advice at the 5th edition of the … Read more
Lagos State Government has sought increased collaboration with the World Bank for the development of mass housing schemes in the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Housing, Mr. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, made the appeal during a working visit by a World Bank team led by Dr. Fuad Malkawi, Senior Urban Development Specialist and … Read more
The Lagos State Government has received a delegation from the Ondo State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development on a study tour of its Physical Planning Ministry, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins, who received the team led by his … Read more
The Executive Secretary, Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board, Ms. Moronke Azeez, has stated that the Agency has always and will continue to prioritise enhancing the quality of Technical and Vocational Education as one of the solutions to the lingering unemployment challenge in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that Ms. Azeez stated … Read more
As part of concerted measures to boost the morale of Enforcement Operatives and in line with statutory requirements of law enforcement in Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) has decorated 25 newly-promoted operatives of the Agency with new ranks at a ceremony held at the Agency’s Command Headquarters, … Read more
Lagos State Government says it will commence the building of an airport in the Lekki area of the state next year. Eko Hot Blog reports that according to a series of tweets on Friday by a spokesperson to the Lagos State Governor, Jubril Gawat, the information was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the Governor … Read more