The Lagos State Government has charged its quasi-judicial body in the built environment, the Lagos State Physical Planning and Building Control Appeals Committee, to review the past, consider emerging realities and come up with innovative ways of handling appeals. Eko Hot Blog reports that the State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. … Read more
The Lagos state governor has approved the releases of 46 inmates Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on the recommendation of the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, has approved the release of 46 inmates from various correctional facilities across the State and commuted the death sentences of six inmates to … Read more
The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, has revealed that this year’s edition of the Lagos State Economic Summit, tagged: “Ehingbeti Summit”, will unveil the State’s 30-Year Development Plan. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking during his appearance on a Yoruba Radio Programme “Ebawa Da Si” on IKD106.1FM on Thursday, Omotoso … Read more
The Lagos State Domestic and S3xual Violence Agency (DSVA) has organised a Two-Day training for Police Personnel, State Prosecutors and Officers of the newly upgraded Family Support Unit in the State on best practices in handling cases of S3xual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). Eko Hot Blog reports that the Executive Secretary of DSVA, Mrs. … Read more
Lagos State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, in collaboration with Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB), has organised a capacity enhancement programme for members of the informal sector comprising Artisans, Tradesmen and women under the Ministry. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Mrs. Yetunde Arobieke, … Read more
Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), has appealed to market leaders within Badagry Division to prevail on their members to ensure total compliance with the State’s Environmental Law, especially as it relates to proper waste disposal, clearing of drainages and maintaining holistic cleanliness in the markets. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Permanent Secretary, … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has officially launched a new initiative tagged: ‘Q4-Lagos’, aimed at encouraging and building a culture of collating data on all entertainment and tourism activities in the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at the launch of the initiative at Best Western Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, … Read more
The Lagos State Taskforce has reclaimed, cleared and demolished all illegal structures on a portion of land belonging to the Lagos State Government allocated to the State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS) from unauthorized occupants who had illegally occupied the space by erecting structures as against the original plans of usage by the State Government. Eko … Read more
The Lagos State Government has organised a one-day training and injection of occupational, safety and health Marshals into the five Technical Colleges in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that this is part of efforts to ensure a safe and healthy work environment in schools in the state. EDITORS PICK BREAKING: APC Explains Exclusion … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reiterated his administration’s determination to continue to support the construction industry by planning, coordinating and facilitating strategic investment in infrastructure that will produce the foundation for the long-term growth of the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor stated this during the official opening ceremony of … Read more
The Lagos State Government has said it is investigating the fracas between warring factions of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN). Eko Hot Blog reports that the occurred earlier today at Iyana-Iba and Lagos Island, warning protesting members demanding the removal of the National President of the Association, not to disturb the … Read more
The Lagos State Examinations Board has fixed October 6 as the new date for the 2022 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) resit. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Director of the Board, Orunsolu Adebayo made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday. EDITORS PICK BREAKING: APC Explains Exclusion Of Osibanjo’s Name On Presidential Campaign Council … Read more
An account of Lagos State’s journey to a cosmopolitan society would not be fully told without chronicling the contributions made by women to the cultural growth and socio-economic transformation of the State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said on Tuesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sanwo-Olu acknowledged the roles played by women in the transformation of … Read more
The Lagos State Government has kicked off a three-day first Indigenous Leather Business to Business (B2B) Summit and Expo designed to reposition the leather industry by creating value as a strategy for awareness creation, customer acquisition and retention. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives, Dr. (Mrs.) Lola … Read more
Lagos State Government through the State Employment Trust Fund has supported 3,673 businesses with the sum of N1.56 Billion as grants and provided mentorship and business advisory to young people to start and grow their businesses. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor disclosed this today at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry … Read more
Beneficiaries of the COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus Programme (LAGOS-CARES) have been urged to leverage the opportunities and the derivable benefits of the initiative to acquire skills and improve their standard of living. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Permanent Secretary, Office of Sustainable Development Goals and Investment, Mrs Abosede George gave the … Read more
The Lagos State Government has achieved another major milestone in its determination to deliver the operation of the Red Line Rail System by the first quarter of 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, said the TALGO SERIES 8 Trains acquired for the … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to world leaders, global think-tank and public office holders to work towards building a sustainable healthcare system for all and facilitate access for the poor and under-served. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking on “Universal Health Coverage in Nigeria: Optimizing Institutional Opportunities and Partnerships for Success” … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr. Boss Mustapha, and leaders of the Nigeria Inter-Religion Council (NIREC) have called on Nigerians, irrespective of religious and ethnic differences to work together for peace and justice in country. Eko Hot Blog reports that Sanwo-Olu, Mustapha and co-chairmen of … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has assured that his administration will continue to provide and sustain a conducive environment for religious tolerance and harmony which Lagos is well known for. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor disclosed this at the Oriental Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos, venue of the Launch of a … Read more