By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has hailed the leadership the Federal Medical Centre, Ebute Metta Lagos State, for its optimal administration. He gave the commendation during his visit to the hospital last week as part of his tour of medical … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has officially inaugurated Eko Farmers APPEALS Cooperative Multipurpose Society and three Agro-Processing centres facilitated by the Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Improvement Support (APPEALS) Project to boost farmers’ productivity and ensure food security in the State. The Eko Farmers APPEALS Cooperative Multipurpose Society and Frozen Catfish … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government is set to commence vaccination of young girls aged between 9 and 14 years in the state against Human (HPV). The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, Dr Ibrahim Akinwunmi Mustafa, made this disclosure in a statement on Sunday. He said the wife of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a fire has razed some buildings within the Docemu Market on Lagos Island, Lagos State. The fire, which was reported around 8:50pm on Sunday night, erupted from a three-storey building within the market before spreading to a few other houses. In a statement on Sunday, the Director of Lagos State … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Safety Commission says it has taken another decisive action to ensure public safety by sealing 19 Bars and Lounges that repeatedly failed to comply with basic safety standards. The Director-General of the Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, made the disclosure in a statement on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS FG’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government says it is embarking on a comprehensive rehabilitation of the 11.8-kilometer Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State from November 1, 2023, for a period of three months. The Minister of Works, Mr David Umahi, announced the development on Saturday, during an inspection of the under deck, lagoon … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that at least two people have died in an accident involving a boat crossing from Olorunsogo to Isawo in Lagos State. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service made the disclosure in a statement on Friday night. EDITOR’S PICKS FG’s Student Loan: A Broken Promise? Is The Nigeria Police Force A … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government was recently at the Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect (FITCC) Expo to make a case for investment opportunities in health and other sectors. FITCC serves as a platform for collaborations and partnerships amongst global businesses in the non-oil export sector, with the aim of building … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that it was an atmosphere of unionism at Onigbongbo LCDA as all members of staff set out to elect new Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) Executives. EDITOR’S PICK Lagos Assembly Approves Nominees For State Executive Council, Agencies Lawmakers Demand Explanation From CBN Governor On Lifting Of Forex Ban Suspected … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an Ikoyi magistrate’s court, on Thursday, imposed ₦30,000 fines on 25 persons, with an option of community service, for acts of indiscriminate waste disposal, at different locations in the state. The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) revealed the development in a statement. The agency said the community service took place … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly has taken preliminary steps to sanction estates which lock their street gates. They made the move during a plenary session on Thursday. Hon. Olusegun Ege (Ojo 1) proposed that the House address the issue of some estates in the state that lock their gates … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State government has disclosed that over a hundred vehicles, both private and commercial buses, have been impounded over alleged illegal parking. This news medium gathered that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Thursday, in a statement issued by its Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Adebayo … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Health for State and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Wednesday, visited Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the governor’s office, Lagos House, Marina, Lagos. The purpose of the meeting was not immediately clear but it may be connected to the federal health ministry’s drive to reform … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Human rights lawyer, Mr. Femi Falana, SAN, yesterday, charged Lagos State Government to publish, urgently, reports of investigative panels on building collapse in the state . Falana also called on the State to reorganise its Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development towards making it effective in ending abuse of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a tanker laden with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), better known as petrol or fuel, and a truck reportedly collided around the Lufuape axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Wednesday, causing gridlock on the route. The accident, was caused traffic congestion for travellers inward and outward from Long Bridge to the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has on Wednesday dislodged scavengers at the Olusosun Landfill in Ojota area of the state. This move was prompted by health and safety concerns arising from their illegal activities, particularly the burning of tires, which posed a significant risk of triggering a major fire incident. Olusosun … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has assured manufacturers and other business leaders of his administration’s resolve to improve the country’s business environment. He made the commitment on Tuesday at the completion ceremony of the first 2000 vehicles assembled by GAC Motors in Lagos. The governor said his administration is … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a magistrate’s court, Environmental Special Offences Court of Lagos State District, sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has imposed ₦30,000 fine per person or option of community service, on 26 persons, for engaging in reckless waste disposal across various locations in the state. The court passed the sentence on Tuesday shortly after … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), the United States African Development Foundation (USADF), and Oriki Global & Synergy Limited have signed an agreement that is set to transform the wellness entrepreneurship landscape in Nigeria. The trio recently signed the deal at a landmark event held at the LSETF office … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director of the Lagos Water Corporation, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani has unveiled a strategic plan aimed at improving the operational standard of the organisation. The plan which focuses on sustainability, efficiency, and enhanced service delivery was unveiled recently during a staff-management forum held at the Corporation’s Headquarters at Ijora, … Read more