The Lagos State Taskforce has launched a total operation targeting recalcitrant motorcycle operators violating the ban on certain routes across the state. The spokesman for the agency, Mr Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, revealed this in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos. Akerele disclosed that the exercise, which had been reinforced across various parts of the state had … Read more
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has released its latest Air Quality Index, revealing that Agege has the highest and most hazardous air pollution levels in the state. According to data published on Tuesday, Agege recorded an alarming 103 percent, indicating critical air pollution levels dangerous to residents. Surulere followed with a “very unhealthy” … Read more
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) announced yesterday that over 352 facilities, including churches and mosques, have been shut down across various areas of the state in the past year due to noise pollution and other environmental violations. During a press briefing in Ikeja, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, the General Manager of LASEPA, expressed concern … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Augustine University began a two-day staff orientation programme on Tuesday, 15th October 2024, to prepare staff for the new academic session. The theme for the event is “Igniting Passion for Excellence,” and it is taking place in the university’s Convocation Hall. In an opening speech, Professor Christopher Odetunde, the Vice-Chancellor of Augustine … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that A 42-year-old teacher, identified as Gbolahan Osinusi, has been arrested by Lagos State police command for allegedly defiling a teenage in a school around Ketu-Epe Lagos state. Gbolahan, who is also the guardian of the victim, had reportedly been having sexual intercourse with the girl since she was 12 years old … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that A man identified as a condemned iron picker, popularly known as Bolla, was arrested in Iraye for allegedly stealing chairs from the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Iraye. The arrest followed a surprising situation where the suspect initially claimed to be innocent but was caught in a web of his own … Read more
The 41st installment was held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Lagos Airport Hotel, Ikeja Lagos, following the conclusion of the Rotary year. Fundraising efforts began for the Tech & Peace project shortly after Rotarian Adeniyi Adekunle was fully installed as the 41st President. EDITOR’S PICKS: ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that earlier last week, a popular madman named Wasiu, who has been roaming the streets of Ayetoro for the past three years, was apprehended by the United Community Security (U.C.S.). Investigation revealed several items that should not have been found with a madman. “We found human hair, ATM cards, and Indian … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Augustine University, Ilara, is poised to celebrate the academic achievements of 71 degree students, including 11 students who have earned First Class Honours, at its 6th Convocation Ceremony on Tuesday, 22nd October 2024. The event will take place at the university’s Convocation Hall and signifies the institution’s ongoing commitment to academic … Read more
The Police in Lagos State ave released all protesters who were arrested in the early hours of Sunday, during #EndSars commemoration at the Lekki Toll Gate. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this via a post on his X handle, stating that Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olanrewaju Ishola, personally oversaw … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that as part of the ongoing vaccination campaign in Epe Local Government, nurses from Epe health center visited Saint Theresa Catholic Church on Sunday to give vaccines to church members. They where able to get everyone received the right vaccine according to their age category. The team was led by one of the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that General Hospital, Agbowa, recently celebrated the arrival of triplets born to Mr. and Mrs. Badmus. To make this joyful moment a more special one, the hospital gave gifts to the parents as a sign of love and care. The gift presentation took place in the office of the hospital’s Medical Director, Dr. … Read more
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Sports Commission, is set to host its first-ever Individual Boxing Club Championship from October 21 to 27 at Bishop Aggey Senior Secondary School in Mushin, Lagos. This seven-day event aims to discover new talents, encourage wide participation from boxing clubs, and promote inclusivity. It will also serve … Read more
Lagos State Police Command has detained a suspected vandal, Demola Oladega, believed to have stolen cables in the Ikotun area of the state. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this to journalists on Saturday in Lagos. He said that the police received information from a security guard about the incident on … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the House Committee on Local Government Administration, Chieftaincy, and Rural Development recently visited Ibeju-Lekki Local Government at the Secretariat in Igando Oloja. During the meeting, the Committee Chairman, Hon. Sanni Okanlawon, praised the Chairman, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, for his innovative ideas, particularly the Keke Jaja Garbage Collection Tricycle, the first … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Chairman of Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Monsuru Akinloyè Ismail, has called for full participation from the people of Eredo in the ongoing immunization campaign against life-threatening diseases. The vaccination exercise, which commenced today, will run through November 2024, across all Primary Healthcare Centers in Eredo LCDA and … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Engr. Abiola Olowu, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Mineral Resources, has donated N20,000 each to widows and struggling traders in Ibeju-Lekki. The donation aims to assist those in need and ease their financial burdens. Speaking at the event, Olowu said, “This cash gift is intended to reduce the … Read more
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), on Saturday, said it had rescued a truck driver involved in a multiple accident at Cele Bridge, along Oshodi/Apapa Expressway. The Permanent Secretary of the agency, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu,who made this known in a statement, said that the accident happened late on Friday night. “LASEMA in response to … Read more
The Police Command in Lagos State says a man allegedly jumped into a canal and died to avoid arrest in the Ipaja area of the state. The command’s Spokesman , SP Benjamin Hundeyin, stated this in post he shared on his verified X handle @benHundeyin on Friday. He said that the incident happened on Wednesday … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, a member of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), has commended the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Animashaun, for projects delivered fairly across the area without any political bias. At his visit to the Epe Local Government Secretariat, Obanikoro and his team inspected the council’s projects that … Read more