A female soldier accused a Brigadier General and a Colonel of sexual harassment. The accusations have spurred fierce criticisms on social media. The Nigerian Army says it is investigating the claims against the senior officers. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has reacted to accusations of sexual harassment by a female soldier, Ruth … Read more
Former CP says he took necessary steps to formalize the acquisition of land invaded by the military. He says he has more than 50 acres of land, now claimed by the military. “I joined the other farmers to seek resolution,” he says. Eko Hot Blog reports that a Commissioner of Police, Samuel Adegbuyi (Rtd), has … Read more
Rt Hon. Bilyaminu Isma’il expresses enthusiasm for Lagos legislative collaboration. Isma’il says Lagos visit will promote stronger legislative practices in Zamfara. Zamfara delegation engages in interactive session to enhance their own legislative framework. Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, on Thursday visited their counterparts at the Lagos … Read more
Sanwo-Olu says the verdict revalidates the collective vision for a greater Lagos. Sanwo-Olu invites those still on the fence to join his train of progressive governance. The apex court dismisses the appeal filed by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party (LP) Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed profound … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court, on Friday affirmed the election of Babajide Sanwo-Olu as the duly elected Governor of Lagos State. Justice Garba Lawal, who read the lead judgment of the apex court, dismissed the appeal filed by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party (LP) He held that the deputy governor of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that lawyers who are members of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Chapter, have protested against the unlawful arrest and detention of a lawyer, Olumide Sonupe, by the police in the state. Lawyers from about five branches of the NBA marched from its Ikeja secretariat, while displaying banners, to the Lagos … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an accident involving a car and a water truck has resulted in two yet-to-be-identified persons sustaining varying degrees of injury on the Simpson Bridge inward Sura in Lagos State. The incident occurred at about 10:40 am on Thursday, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). The agency said … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a marketing staff Globus Bank in Lagos State, identified as Amarachi Ugochukwu, has reportedly committed suicide. Amarachi was found dead inside the staff toilet of the bank in the Ikorodu area of the state on Monday. According to a police source, Amarachi got many of her colleagues worried when her … Read more
Sanwo-Olu hails Otedola’s donation as the largest by an individual. Sanwo-Olu says there’s no limit to security donations to the state. Otedola commends Sanwo-Olu for keeping Lagos safe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, commended renowned philanthropist Mr Femi Otedola for his N1b donation for Lagos … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola has donated the sum of N1bn to the Lagos State State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF). The donation was personally received on Wednesday by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The cheque for the one billion naira donation was presented by Otedola’s daughter, Tolani Otedola. Confirming … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, has sacked the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Gown Estate Division, Austin Arase, for ordering the unlawful arrest of a lawyer seeking his client’s bail. The Lagos Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, announced the development in a statement on Tuesday night. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has empowered over 1,000 vulnerable and indigent residents through the 2024 State’s Micro Enterprise Support Initiative (MESI). Speaking at the programme held on Tuesday at the Blue Roof, LTV, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu said MESI is a practical demonstration of his administration’s … Read more
Military claims ownership of land allotted to Afero, Itoikin-Epe farmers. Afero Itoikin-Epe farmers appeals to the Lagos State Government for compensation and reallocation of farmlands. Farmers to consider migration to safer States if not taken care of. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Afero, Itoikin-Epe farmers held a peaceful protest at the Lagos State … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged religious leaders and Anglican Bishops, in particular, to continuously encourage and pray for public office holders. Sanwo-Olu spoke on Monday while welcoming the Primate, Archbishops, Bishops and their wives to the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 2024 Annual Retreat for Bishops and … Read more
Raji pledged more landmark projects in Epe Division Akodo-Ise primary school to be relocated after ocean surge disturbance – says Raji HRM Oba Abdulganiu Adegbesan, the Onise of Ise Land, Chairman of Lekki LCDA, Community Chiefs pledged support to Hon. Wale Raji Eko Hot Blog reports that Honourable Wale Raji, a member representing Epe … Read more
Alausa says President Tinubu is committed to the development of healthcare system. Alausa Inaugurates National Health Research Committee to foresee the improvement in medical research in Nigeria Alausa pledges increased enrollment of nurses nationwide before the year ends Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent event at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former Governor of Lagos State, Akinwumi Ambode, on Sunday, attended the state government’s New Year Thanksgiving Service. He joined Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, at the event, which held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Onikan, Lagos. Their wives, including First Lady Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, were some of the dignitaries … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Bolatito Ajibode, the Deputy Managing Director of Lekki Free Trade Zone, an industrial hub in Lagos State, has underscored the importance of empowering the Indigenous people in the area with the skills needed to thrive. She made this known during a chat with Eko Hot Blog on the sideline of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, says the state government will not compromise its zero tolerance for illegal developments and contraventions to Physical Planning Permit Laws. The commissioner’s warning is contained in a statement issued by the Lagos government on Saturday. Olumide said … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested three suspects in Shasha, Akowonjo area of Lagos for staging a street carnival. The police spokesperson in Lagos, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Saturday. According to Hundeyin, the suspects, Julius … Read more