Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has mobilised a contractor for the reconstruction of the busy pedestrian bridge at Alapere/Estate Bus Stop on the Third Axial Road, Alapere, Lagos. The Lagos Ministry of Works disclosed the development in a statement on sunda. Recall that a container-laden truck damaged the pedestrian bridge some months … Read more
Lagos State government reiterates ban on street trading and hawking. Traders warned against displaying wares on walkways, lay-bys, setbacks, road medians, verges, and curbs. Move aimed at ensuring an orderly and serene environment in the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State government has reiterated its stance against street trading and hawking, urging … Read more
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Executive Governor of Lagos State, mourns the passing of his former Senior Special Assistant on Works and Infrastructure, Abdulraheem Owokoniran. Owokoniran was praised as a visionary young politician dedicated to nation-building and benefiting the masses. Sanwo-Olu extends condolences to Owokoniran’s family, friends, and colleagues, including his brother, Special Adviser on Tourism, Arts and … Read more
Eko Club Dallas is a branch of Eko Club International in Dallas Fort Worth, Texas. Eko Club International is an umbrella body for Lagosians in the diaspora. The body is set to meet for the first time in 2024. Eko Hot Blog reports that Eko Club Dallas, DFW, in Dallas, Texas, United States (US) is … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an angry mob on Friday night set ablaze a Hilux Toyota vehicle after the driver rammed into bystanders around the Kara-OPIC bus stop along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The spokesperson of Ogun State Sector Command of Federal Road Safety Corps, Florence Okpe, confirmed the accident in a statement on Saturday. She … Read more
Lagos government to partner with NITP on staff training Aims to enhance capacity of town planning officers Collaboration will boost exposure and modern planning skills Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced plans to collaborate with the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) to boost training for its town planning officers. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has denied arresting eight young men for playing ludo, accusing them of alleged unlawful assembly and drug abuse at Harmony Estate, Aboru, Lagos. The command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the development in a statement on Friday night. The police operatives in the Lagos had been … Read more
CCECC Chairman visits Lagos House, meets Governor Sanwo-Olu Discussed mutual interests and collaborations between Lagos and CCECC CCECC built major projects like rail lines, talks on 4th Mainland Bridge Eko Hot Blog reports that today, Mr. Liu Weimin, the Chairman of the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), visited Lagos House, Marina, and met with … Read more
EKo Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) recently organized a two-day training program for medical social workers in Lagos. The training aimed to equip participants with skills for reporting, providing psychosocial support, and integrating responses to sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) into health facilities. According to the DSVA … Read more
EKO Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned mass transit bus drivers and owners against violating traffic laws in the state. According to the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, “I want to state categorically that you should ensure that your members are trained and re-trained so as … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has committed to giving priority to the development of infrastructure that will optimise the economic benefits of the Lekki and Lagos Free Zones for the State and the people. Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade & Investment, Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, made the commitment during her working tour of … Read more
Tinubu inaugurated the new intra-city metro line on Thursday. The Red Line rail is the second intra-city rail line in the state after the inauguration of the Blue Line last year. The Red Line rail is expected to move 250,000 passengers daily when fully operational. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, … Read more
The George Charitable Foundation collaborates with Rotary Club to renovate Gbagada General Hospital’s Childrens Ward. Chairman Tein George acknowledges Rotary Club’s role, aligning with the foundation’s existing plans for Lagos State’s development. Mr. George emphasizes hands-on approach, thanking Gbagada General Hospital’s management and George Hotel staff for their support. Eko Hot Blog reports that in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a strategic move to fortify leadership development within Lagos State, the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) recently embarked on a collaborative journey with the Lagos State Civil Service Commission (CSC). EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, has accused traders at the Fresh Food Agro-Hub in Alakara Idi-Oro, in the Mushin area of Lagos, of manipulating the market and hiking prices of food items for consumers. She was recently filmed making the allegation while addressing a group of sellers. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today commissioned the new 37 km LMRT Red Line rail system, integrating major bus terminals across Lagos. In Facebook posts, the governor called the new rail line “a monumental day” and “a generational leap” for Lagos. Sanwo-Olu stated that the LMRT Red Line links … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) and the Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) have agreed to collaborate to strengthen support for vulnerable populations, especially children with disabilities. This was discussed during a courtesy visit by the ARFH team led by Chief of Party, Dr. Iwuala Felix, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos State for the commissioning of the Lagos Red Line rail. The president arrived the state where he was governor between 1999 and 2007 Wednesday evening. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and other state officials welcomed Tinubu to the state. In a social media … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Olusegun Babafemi, Medical Director of Gbagada General Hospital, has praised the recently renovated children’s ward, a collaboration between Rotary Club Gbagada and The George Charitable Foundation. In his remarks, Dr. Babafemi said the hospital receives many pediatric cases as both a general hospital and referral facility. “Since we have … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the recently renovated and expanded children’s ward at Gbagada General Hospital was commissioned on Wednesday in an event attended by Lagos State officials. The extensive project was jointly executed by Rotary Club Gbagada and The George Charitable Foundation. Speaking at the ceremony, the Secretary to the Lagos State Government, Barrister … Read more