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BREAKING: Ikeja Electric Announces Weeks Of Power Outage In Lagos

Oct 4, 2021.Oct 4, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Ikeja Electric, Lagos, NERC, Blackout Looms As PHCN Workers Set To Resume Strike

The Ikeja Electric has announced weeks of power outage in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Ikeja Electric (IE) has said there would be power outage in some parts of Lagos State over the next eight weeks. The Chief Technical Officer, Ikeja Electric, Jide Kumapayi, made this known in Lagos on Monday. According him, the … Read more

FRSC Commences ‘Operation Show Driver’s License, Vehicle Papers’ In Lagos

Oct 4, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

FRSC has announced its readiness to commence ‘Operation Show Driver’s License, Vehicle Papers’ in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) will on Monday (today) commence ‘Operation Show Your Driver’s License and Vehicle License’ in Lagos State. The latest development was made known via a statement by the FRSC Commander, … Read more

Lagos Govt Will Collaborate With Organisations To Address Drug Abuse, Social Vices, Says Sanwo-Olu

Oct 4, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Governor Sanwo-Olu has said that the Lagos State Government will collaborate with organisations to address drug abuse, social vices in the state. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday said his administration will continue to work collaboratively with organisations and individuals to create a future that is needed to put … Read more

Lagos Govt To Shut Clubs, Bars

Oct 4, 2021.Oct 4, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Lagos Government is set to shut clubs and bars in the state. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has threatened to shut clubs and bars operating in the state if they fail to desist from noise pollution. The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tunji Bello, gave the warning … Read more

Lagos Govt Inaugurates Non-Motorised Transport Committee

Oct 3, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Lagos, FESTAC Residents Petition Governor Sanwo-Olu Over Road Construction

Lagos Government has inaugurated a Non-Motorised Transport Committee in the state. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) Committee to drive the existing Non-Motorised Transport Policy (NMTP) towards a conducive and enabling environment for walking and cycling in the state. Speaking at the inauguration of the Committee, … Read more

KAYOKAYO 2021: Another Landmark Achievement For Posterity To Leverage On

Oct 3, 2021.Oct 2, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

By _ Babatunde Kaka “The Bird is in Your Hands” – Otunba TJ Abass. When the great King Kosoko made the journey from Lagos Island to Epe almost two centuries ago, it was merely a move geared towards surviving the antagonistic political currents of the day. However, what was originally a quest for survival turned … Read more

How Lagos Overpowered COVID-19 Third Wave – Sanwo-Olu

Oct 2, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Governor Sanwo-Olu has revealed how the Lagos State Government overpowered COVID-19 third wave. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the state successfully overpowered the third wave of COVID-19. Governor Sanwo-Olu made this known while speaking at the 61st Independence Day parade at the Agege Stadium in Lagos on … Read more

World Tourism Day: Glamour, Glitz As Dignitaries Extol Unveiling of Epe Tourism Potentials (Photos)

Oct 5, 2021.Oct 2, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

It was all colourful at the unveiling of Epe tourism potentials as the people joined the world to celebrate World Tourism Day on Monday, September 27, 2021. The moments were beautiful and full of glamour as government officials, investors, bankers, tour operators and tourists, entertainers, sons and daughters of the land, as well as invited … Read more

PHOTOS: Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat, Obasa, Others Mark 61st Independence Day At Agege Stadium

Oct 1, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat, Obasa, and other dignitaries have marked 61st Independence Day at Agege Stadium, Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, led the celebration of the 61st independence anniversary at the Agege Stadium, Lagos. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a motorcade, paraded the Agege Stadium to commemorate the 61st Independence Day … Read more

Independence: “A Nation at 61 Should Not Be Crawling But Flying” – Alara

Oct 2, 2021.Oct 1, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Independence: "A Nation at 64 Should Not Be Crawling But Flying" - Alara

By _ Babatunde Kaka Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Epe, Oba Olukayode Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, Telade IV, has joined millions of Nigerians at home and abroad to celebrate the 61st independence anniversary of the country. Oba Ogunsanwo was speaking on the sidelines during his 54th birthday celebration that was graced by eminent royal fathers, families, friends, and … Read more

Lagos Police Confirm Ogbuagu’s Rescue, Give Update On AVM Ladi Smith’s Abduction

Oct 1, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Lagos Police Command has confirm Ogbuagu’s rescue just as it gave update on AVM Ladi Smith’s abduction. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of a resident of the state, identified as Kingsley Ogbuagu, who was earlier abducted by unknown gunmen suspected to be kidnappers. It was gathered that … Read more

BREAKING: Buhari-Must-Go Protest Rocks Lagos

Oct 1, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

A Buhari-must-go protest has rocked Lagos State on Friday. EKOHOTBLOG reports that many protesters, on Friday, stormed the Gani Fawehinmi Park in Ojota, Lagos State, calling for the resignation of President Muhammadu Buhari. The protesters under the banner of #TakeItBack Movement and #RevolutionNow stormed the venue on Friday, chanting and displaying banners and placards that read, ‘Buhari Must Go’. … Read more

BBNaija: Boma finally meets Tega’s Husband

Oct 1, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

#BBNaija Season 6 Current Leading Millionare (Full List)-EkoHotBlog

Former housemate of BBNaija, shine your eye edition Boma, has met with Tega’s husband, Ajeboh, last night.

“Rotary’s 4-Way Test Inspires Me,” Alara Pledges To Continue Serving Diligently

Sep 30, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

By _ Kaka Babatunde Alara stated that even though he was not a Rotarian, he held the 4-way test of the prestigious International organisation in high regard. The Alara of Ilara kingdom, Oba Dr Olukayode Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, Telade IV has expressed his admiration for the fundamental tenets of the Rotary Club of Nigeria, noting that … Read more

Lagos Govt Promises Inclusive Growth In Tourism Sector

Sep 30, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Lagos Government has promised inclusive growth in the tourism sector. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has reechoed its commitment to ensuring inclusiveness to further expand the growth of Tourism and Hospitality business in the state. The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, made this known while … Read more

Agenda 2063: African Union Charges Epe Youths On Tourism & Development

Sep 29, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

By _ Babatunde Kaka Addressing the youths of the community, Hon Quadri implored them to see tourism as a window through which a vast array of opportunities could be harnessed. The Economic, Social and Cultural Council wing of the African Union, ECOSOCC, on Monday, 27th September, 2021, pledged to work assiduously towards jockeying the immense … Read more

Lagos Govt Diverts Traffic At Marine Bridge

Sep 29, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

The Ijora-bound lane will be closed to vehicular movement during the first phase, while the Apapa-bound lane would be subsequently shut for the second phase. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has announced the diversion of traffic at Marine Bridge as the Federal Government (FG) commences emergency repair works on different sections of … Read more

Update: Police Confirm Kidnap Of Retired Vice Marshal In Lagos

Sep 28, 2021.Sep 28, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Police Sources, Air Vice Marshal Ladi Smith

As at the time of filing this report, all efforts to reach the abductors have proved abortive. EkoHotBlog reports that the Lagos Police Command has confirmed the kidnap of former Chief of Logistics, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Vice Marshal Sikiru Smith (rtd.). The abduction reportedly took place around 5pm on Monday, September 27,2021. The … Read more

BREAKING: Gunmen Abduct Air Vice Marshal Ladi Smith In Lagos

Sep 28, 2021.Sep 28, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

Gunmen have abducted Air Vice Marshal Ladi Smith (retd.) in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that unknown gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted Air Vice Marshal Ladi Smith (retd.) in Lagos State. Smith, who is a cousin to a former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and current Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Musiliu … Read more

Chief Mrs. Bibiana Odutuga Family Releases Funeral Arrangements

Sep 28, 2021. by Ekohot Editor

The family of Chief Mrs. Bibiana Durogbola Odutuga have announced burial arrangements for its Matriarch, an accomplished mother

Preceding the burial ceremony will be her lying in state slated to hold at Digboloye street, Odomola, Epe. The family of Chief Mrs. Bibiana Durogbola Odutuga have announced burial arrangements for its Matriarch, an accomplished mother and grandmother who died after a brief illness last month. Chief Mrs Bibiana Odutoga died on Sunday, August 22, … Read more