The Lagos State Government has announced the construction of certain infrastructure to ensure the seamless implementation of the Non-Motorised Transport Plan (NMT). Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking at the State maiden edition of “Car Free Day”, the Governor of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, revealed that in the construction of some of the … Read more
Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board (LSMPWB) has emerged as the third best Pilgrims Board in Nigeria in the recently concluded 2022 Hajj operations. Eko Hot Blog reports that the State also won the Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR) Best States Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Boards Public Relations Officers’ Award through Mr. Taofeek Lawal, Head of … Read more
The Lagos State Government on Friday agreed with stakeholders on modalities for the establishment of Right-of-Way and construction of the Abiola-Onijemo link road in Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area of the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Omotayo Bamgbose-Martins, in his welcome address at the stakeholders’ meeting … Read more
There are indications that the Lagos State Government may have concluded plans to construct bicycle parking terminals in the state. The aim, according to the state government, is to encourage the Non-Motorized Transport Plan (NMT). Eko Hot Blog reports that the state government has set aside a day to observe non-vehicular movement owing to the … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned operators and drivers of ‘LagosRide’ taxis across the state to obey the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law of 2018. Eko Hot Blog reports that the General Manager of LASTMA, Bolaji Oreagba, said this on Sunday in a statement through the Director, Public Affairs of … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, recently held a roundtable discussion with some Consuls General at the Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, towards establishing good working relationships and initiating modalities for seamless visits to Lagos by tourists and visitors from their various countries. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for the Ministry, Mrs. … Read more
The Lagos Education District V has emerged as champion in the year 2022 Festival of Chorale and Classical Music clinching the first position while Education Districts VI and IV came second and third respectively. Eko Hot Blog reports that for the Solo Performances, Education District III emerged first while District V and District VI … Read more
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the Lagos Urban Development Initiative (LUDI) will, on Sunday, September 25, 2022, observe the first ever ‘Car Free Day’ in Lagos to encourage road users and motorists to set aside their cars for a day and take up active and inclusive means of transport such as cycling and … Read more
In a bid to strengthen the partnership with women-focused Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) on various initiatives that promote women’s safety and empowerment. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) has organised an interactive forum themed: “Know Your Government”, aimed at informing the public of the laudable … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has charged Nigerians to vote wisely in next year’s general elections by choosing good leaders to have a better Nigeria. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat at a special Jumaat to commemorate the 62nd National Independence Day … Read more
A Lagos consumer, Mr. Eniola Olakunrin whose WhatsApp message went viral recently on Social Media following his encounter with the unassuming General Manager of the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), has said that the level of professionalism and sense of duty displayed by the agency, changed his perception about governance in Lagos State. … Read more
The Lagos State First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu has urged pilgrims, who arrived recently from the holy land of Jerusalem and the Kingdom of Jordan to exhibit Godly lifestyles, saying it will make the state a better place to live for everyone. Eko Hot Blog reports that the wife of the State Governor, stated this … Read more
The Lagos State Government has enjoined stakeholders and residents in Amuwo-Odofin Local Government Area to cooperate with the government for the speedy completion of the Old Ojo Road construction project. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Omotayo Bamgbose-Martins, made the call at a Stakeholders’ meeting organised by … Read more
The Lagos State Government has held a forum to evaluate its resilience strategy initiatives toward meeting the 21st-century governance demand. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chief Resilience Officer, Lagos State Resilience Office, Dr. Folayinka Dania said the forum, the first of its kind, was aimed at reviewing the extent of implementation of the … Read more
The Lagos State Government is investigating the partial collapse of of an old building on 2/4 Oye Sonuga Street, Plamgrove, Mushin. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Omotayo Bamgbose-Martins on Friday visited the site of the four-floor building, which is said to be about 40 years old. … Read more
The Lagos State House of Assembly has unanimously passed a bill to protect prosecution witnesses and accident victims. Eko Hot Blog reports that the bill to provide for the rights and entitlements of victims and protection of witnesses and for connected purposes was endorsed on Thursday. EDITORS PICK JUST IN: Drama As Masquerades Invade Church, Flog … Read more
The Lagos State Government has said over 3,000 residents have been trained in the creative industry in the last three years. Eko Hot Blog reports that the state Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf, disclosed this, according to a statement on Thursday, during a media parley held in Ikoyi. EDITORS PICK JUST … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has given an account of its stewardship in the last three years of the present administration, noting that its area of focus in the period under review is on harnessing the rich tourism and cultural heritage of the State for both local and international tourists. … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives (MCIC) has commenced the drive for compliance with the Auction Law Cap. A12 (2015) of Lagos State. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was revealed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives, Mrs. Adetutu Ososanya while receiving the leadership of the National … Read more
The Head of Service, Lagos State, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, has called on individuals and institutions saddled with the responsibility of managing and regulating financial resources to proffer sustainable solutions to assist Governments at all levels in the country to overcome the current economic and financial challenges. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Head of … Read more