The Lagos State government says it has completed the first phase of routine maintenance of the Odo lya Alaro Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area of the state. The Special Adviser to the Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Mr Olufemi Daramola, announced this in a statement. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests In … Read more
A road accident at the dedicated Bus Rapid Transit, BRT, lane at Iyana Ipaja, Lagos, left no fewer than 10 people injured. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, while giving an update about the incident via X, said it occurred shortly after the fully loaded high-capacity had departed from the BRT park at Iyana … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Concerned Nation Builders Initiative (CNI), under the leadership of Chief Idris Tele Olukoya, organized a significant fasting and prayer session for the Epe Division. The event, which brought together religious leaders from various faiths, was held at the residence of Alhaji Seriki Akanni Bamu, the APC Apex Leader in Epe. In … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that during a powerful fasting and prayer session organized by the Concerned Nation Builders Initiative (CNI) in Epe, prominent figures, including Professor Nosiru Onibon, the Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, and Hon. Duke Olabode Gabadeen, CEO of Duke Online TV, delivered stirring speeches that emphasized the need for a return to … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Princess Surah O. Animashaun FHTI, has once again demonstrated her compassion by providing cash palliatives to vulnerable women in the Epe community. This initiative aims to alleviate the impact of the rising cost of goods on these women. The Chairman was represented at the … Read more
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat has urged youths to focus on informative articles and educational videos that offer tangible solutions to real-world problems. He emphasized the importance of reading well-equipped books that can bring positive change and encouraged youths to expand their horizons beyond theoretical foundations. Hamzat highlighted the transformative potential of … Read more
Lagos State Government has vowed to prosecute individuals who engage in an unhygienic practice, particularly along the Berger Expressway. The government’s sanitation operatives recently cleaned up the faeces that littered the median of the expressway, and now it’s time for enforcement. Permanent Secretary Gaji Omobolaji, Office of Environmental Services, led an advocacy exercise to sensitize … Read more
Folashade Ambrose-Medebem has praised the Chinese Consulate General, Lagos, and Lekki Free Zone Development Company (LFZDC) for their joint initiative to establish a new Information Communication Technology (ICT) Centre at the Community Senior Secondary School, Akodo, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos. Folashade who is the Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade & Investment lauded the project … Read more
The Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory Agency, LSMTL, has inaugurated a delineation process of serving notices as part of stringent measures in ensuring holistic safety of buildings to guard against collapse across the state. The General Manager of LSMTL, Mrs Olayinka Abdul, made this disclosure at an interactive forum with Non- Technical Consultants, NTC, of … Read more
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, and Ikorodu Local Government have called on stakeholders to partner with security agencies in protecting critical national assets and infrastructure in the area. They made the call on Thursday at a security town hall meeting themed, “Community and Stakeholders in the Protection of Critical National Assets” in … Read more
The Chairman, Badagry-West Local Council Development Area, Hon. Joseph Gbenu, on Thursday urged women in the area to participate fully in politics. Gbenu gave the advice during the Badagry-West Women Forum organised by the council to sensitise the people to the upcoming Lagos State Local Government election. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the theme of … Read more
Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) and the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has hosted a media parley Lagos residents about the ILERA EKO Health Insurance Scheme and consumer rights. The event brought together key stakeholders to discuss affordable healthcare and consumer rights. Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, Permanent Secretary of LASHMA, highlighted the agency’s commitment … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has emphasized the importance of integrative medicine in the state’s healthcare system. Speaking at the Association of Integrative Medicine Practitioners of Nigeria’s annual conference, Sanwo-Olu highlighted the significance of this approach in enhancing the nation’s well-being and driving economic development. Represented by Prince Babatunde Adele, Registrar of the Lagos State Traditional Medicine … Read more
Lagos State Government has reiterated its dedication to ensuring prompt processing and payment of retirement benefits to all retirees in the state. At the First and Second Quarters Year 2024 send-forth ceremony for 115 retirees of the Civil Service, Head of Service Bode Agoro encouraged the retirees to leverage government-provided empowerment opportunities to become employers … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has condemned the recent attack on a BRT bus by hoodlums, who robbed passengers of their belongings. “It’s disturbing,” he said. “Security agents are on their trail, and they will face the law. People must know that such actions have consequences.” Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotoso echoed the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Government is set to roll out the second phase of the Ounje Eko Discount Market. This initiative, which has been highly anticipated, will kick off on September 1, 2024, across all Local Government Areas and Local Council Development areas (LCDAs) in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun FHTI, marked her birthday today by empowering youth from Ward A6 with cash donations. The initiative is part of her ongoing commitment to supporting the youth and fostering economic growth within her community. EDITOR’S PICKS #Endbadgovernance: Organizers Plan Another Protests … Read more
Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has commissioned the first Okegun-Odofin Community Junior Secondary School, a testament to the power of collaboration between the public and private sectors. This state-of-the-art facility, constructed and donated by Nigerian Breweries Plc, marks a significant milestone in the “One Community At a Time” (OCAAT) initiative. Represented by Secretary to the State … Read more
Lagos State joined forces with other South-West states to commemorate Isese Day, a joyous celebration of Yoruba religion and traditions. This momentous occasion, observed on August 20th, aligns with the United Nations’ World Traditional Religion Day. Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, led a delegation on a historic visit … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command says it has arrested three suspected kidnappers, who specialize in terrorizing residents of the Ikorodu area of the state. This is contained in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, on Wednesday in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Midnight Fire Destroys Multi-Million Naira Goods in Anambra Market Poland Tightens Student … Read more