Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested four suspected traffic robbers. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Tuesday. He revealed that the suspects were arrested while the RRS was on patrol at MKO Abiola’s Garden, … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba TJ Abass, the Aremo of Epe Kingdom, has celebrated the legacy of Alhaji Isaac (Iziak) Durodola Apatira, who has served as the President Emeritus of Eko Club, Ohio, USA. The Epe chief honoured Alhaji Apatira on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at his 60th birthday celebration at … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Alhaji Isaac Durodola Apatira has been treated to a surprise 60th birthday party by his friends and family. The party took place at the Bamboo Hall, Eko Club, Surulere Lagos, on Saturday, December 23, 2023. The celebration kicked off with the jubilant entrance of the celebrant, accompanied … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that tragedy struck along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Monday evening as two persons died in an accident that occurred on the route. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the incident. The FRSC spokesperson in Ogun State, Florence Okpe, revealed that the road crash happened after Sagamu Interchange, before the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has revealed how a 30-year-old technician stole solar panels installed to power streetlights. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the revelation in a statement on his X account on Monday. According to Hundeyin, the Lagos State Government recently facilitated the installation of solar-powered streetlights … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) popularly known as KAI, both agencies of the state government, have tasked residents of the state to celebrate Christmas responsibly. The agencies, in separate Christmas messages on Sunday, warned Lagosians against all forms of noise and environmental … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rejoiced with residents of the state, particularly Christian faithful as they celebrate this year’s Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ. Sanwo-Olu in his Christmas message issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, implored Nigerians, especially Christians to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has sealed Quilox Nightclub, along Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, over alleged environmental and safety infractions. The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) disclosed the development in a statement issued via X, formerly known as Twitter, on Sunday. According to the statement, Quilox club was sealed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources have commenced the removal of permanently closed inner gates in the Lekki area of the state. The ministry’s spokesperson, Kunle Adeshina, disclosed the development in a statement on Saturday. The operation came about 24 hours after the Lagos government … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has deployed more personnel, and patrol and tow vehicles to strategic locations across the state. The agency’s spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, revealed the development in a statement on Saturday. He said the deployment is part of LASTMA’s statutory responsibilities in ensuring unimpeded flow of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two residents of a two-storey building in the Ebute-Metta area of Lagos State have died after the collapse of the structure. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority (LASEMA), Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, disclosed the development in a statement on Friday. The building collapsed earlier on Friday, trapping at … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have rearrested a convicted Italian, Floriana De-Stefani, for allegedly failing to obey a court order upon her conviction. The commission made the disclosure in a statement posted on its X account on Friday. Justice Mojisola Dada … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command has busted an illegal factory where drinks were manufactured in the state. The police spokesperson in the state, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday. He revealed that the officers of the Ojo Division of the state command arrested two suspects … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has urged residents to patronize the state’s water transport network. The government made the plea at a recent stakeholders meeting with community leaders and residents of Shomolu Bariga at the ‘Love Lagos’ Jetty, Bariga/Ilaje Waterfront. It said the meeting was organised in its effort to enlighten … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that A one-time President of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria, Bashorun J.K. Randle, has advocated for intellectuals and intelligent people to salvage the country from its numerous problems. He made the charge on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at his father’s memorial and thanksgiving service held at … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos, Her Royal Highness, Dr Abiola Dosunmu, Dr Femi Olugbile, Mr Oluwole Olamide, Otunba TJ Abass, and Dr Patrick Ifechukwudi, recently paid heartfelt tributes at the remembrance celebration of the late Chief JK Randle, a former chairman of the Lagos Race Club. The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate past Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Olanrewaju Adigun Fagbohun, SAN, has resumed to the university following the conclusion of his Sabbatical and accumulated deferred Leave from the institution. He returned to the classroom at the Faculty of Law of the university on Monday, December 18, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms to identify and eliminate bottlenecks hindering Lagos’ full revenue potential. The Lagos governor made the charge on Monday when he received Taiwo Oyedele, a tax expert and chairman of the presidential panel. Sanwo-Olu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a one-time President of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria, Bashorun JK Randle and his family, on Sunday, December 17, 2023, organised a memorial and thanksgiving service in honour of their late father Chief JK Randle at the Cathedral Church of Christ Marina, Lagos State. The service commenced with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, launched a fresh palliative scheme for low-income traders across local markets in the state, as part of measures being taken to cushion the effect of the current economic realities. The governor rolled out Lagos Market Trader Money, which he said, in the first … Read more