Ekohotblog reports that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended a Lagos-based businessman, Paul Okwuy Mbadugha, for drug trafficking. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – Osinbajo Tells Nigerian Churches Olympics Best Basketball Coach: Tinubu Hails As D’Tigress’ Wakama On Award WAEC to Release May/June 2024 WASSCE Results Today … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Post UTME screening exercise for the 2024/2025 Academic Session at Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, continues to draw significant attention as the third day of the process sees a remarkable turnout of prospective students. Since the screening commenced on August 13, 2024, a growing number of candidates, many accompanied by their parents, have … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced the return of its free medical outreach, ‘Alaafia Eko,’ starting on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this initiative will take place at 12 designated centers across the six health districts and aims to offer healthcare services to over 50,000 residents. Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, Special … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced the return of its free medical outreach, ‘Alaafia Eko,’ scheduled to start on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. The outreach will be held at 12 designated centers across the six health districts, aiming to provide healthcare services to over 50,000 residents. Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, the Special Adviser to the … Read more
The Lagos State Ferry Services, LAGFERRY, has said that the water transportation contribution revenue to the state’s entire transportation revenue matrix rose from 0.8 percent to 11 percent. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, LAGFERRY, Mr Abdoulbaq Balogun, made this disclosure at the agency’s three-day management retreat on Saturday in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested two suspected members of a syndicate specializing in vehicle brainbox vandalism and theft. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed their detention for questioning on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – Osinbajo Tells Nigerian Churches Olympics Best Basketball Coach: Tinubu Hails … Read more
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr Adegoke Fayoade, has assured that the command would reduce the multiple checkpoints along Lagos Badagry Expressway. Fayoade gave this assurance during a familiarization visit to Area K Command of Nigeria Police along Oko-Afo, Badagry, Lagos, on Saturday. He said that the multiple checkpoints were creating negative impact and bad … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu commissioned the newly built Mushin Red Line flyover. While inaugurating the bridge on Saturday, Sanwo-Olu said the economic value of the Mushin and Onipanu area will experience a major turnaround with the inauguration of the rail infrastructure. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Mushin flyover is the last of the … Read more
Some Lagos-based lawyers have expressed happiness over the recommendation of Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun to President Bola Tinubu for confirmation as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN. The lawyers said her nomination was well deserved. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Judicial Council had, during its recent 106th meeting, recommended Justice Kekere-Ekun for appointment … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned 170 Units of apartments, delivered by Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area, LCDA. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the apartments ,in Raymond Estate and Sterling Heights, were delivered by the council in collaboration with the private sector (Ostia Homes and Sterling Bank). Speaking at the inauguration, Sanwo-Olu, who commended … Read more
Lagos State Police Command says suspected motorcyclists, whose motorcycles were seized, are the suspects that allegedly attacked a BRT bus on Wednesday in Orile area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin reveled this in an interview with newsmen in Lagos on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Eredo LCDA, with immense joy and gratitude, celebrates the 4th coronation anniversary of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, Telade IV, the esteemed Alara of Ilara Kingdom. This achievement marks four years of distinguished leadership that has brought remarkable progress, peace, and unity to the community. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that in a powerful show of recognition, Hon. (Princess) Surah Olayemi Animashaun, FHTI, the Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, was celebrated with an Outstanding Performance Award on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. The award was presented by the Country Women’s Association of Nigeria (COWAN) during a vibrant event at the Epe Local Government … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for robust data protection measures, as the country embraces digital transformation. Sanwo-Olu made the call during a courtesy visit by Dr Vincent Olatunji, the Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), and his team on Wednesday in Ikeja. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just … Read more
The Lagos State Government has rolled out new transfer opportunities for students. This initiative caters to those with genuine needs, such as relocation or financial constraints, and is open to students from both public and private schools. In a notice issued by the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Abayomi Abolaji, the transfers are exclusively available for those … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Lekki LCDA, Engr. Rasaki Bamidele Kasali, has officially kicked off the construction of a new primary healthcare center in Lekki, setting the stage for a major upgrade in the area’s healthcare services. This project is a significant part of the administration’s commitment to improving the health and … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, his Deputy, Kadri Hamza, and a host of prominent Nigerians are set to attend the prestigious 2024 Kosoko Memorial Lecture. This year’s lecture is dedicated to commemorating the illustrious legacy of the late Oba Kosoko, who reigned over Lagos from 1845 to 1851. Marking the 163rd anniversary of the return … Read more
Revered monarchs, including Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the 55th Alara of Ilara Kingdom; Oba Dr Shefiu Adewale, Bamgbopa Eshinlokun 1, Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom; and Chief Abiola Dosunmu, Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos, along with other distinguished guests, are set to grace the 2024 Kosoko Memorial Lecture. This year’s lecture is dedicated to honoring the … Read more
The royal family of the late Oba Kosoko, who ruled Lagos from 1845 to 1851, is set to commemorate his legacy with the 2024 Kosoko Memorial Lecture. The event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at the Glover Memorial Hall, Marina Lagos. Themed “The Lagos Economy During The Reign of Kosoko: … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Sen. Anthony Adefuye, elder statesman and member of the Governance Advisory Council, GAC, on his 80th birthday. The governor described Adefuye, a member of the national assembly in the aborted Third Republic, as a democrat and experienced politician. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – … Read more