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Tinubu will clock 71 on March 29, 2023. A prayer session for the celebrant has been scheduled to hold at First Epe Central Mosque, Epe. The president-elect is not expected at the session as he is not in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Grand Chief Imam of Epe Division, His Eminence, Sheikh … Read more
On March 28, 2015, the entire Epe Division was thrown into profound sadness after a boat accident killed seven “sons of the soil.” Concerned Epe indigenes subsequently created a foundation in 2016 to immortalise the fallen heroes. In 2017, the foundation donated N3.5 million to the families who lost their loved ones. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
The Lagos government recently trained fish farmers in the rural areas of Epe and Badagry in modern practices. The government also presented empowerment materials to some of the beneficiaries. The beneficiaries were tasked on optimising the use of the materials. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Center for Rural Development (CERUD), under the Lagos State … Read more
Wale Raji won the February 25 House of Representatives election for Epe Federal Constituency. The victory marked his third consecutive success at the polls. Specifically, he is the first representative in the district to get a third term. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ijebu Traditional Rulers have congratulated the member representing Epe … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka Governorship and house of assembly elections held on Saturday in Lagos. The electoral commission has declared various winners in several races. The winners include Governor Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Hamzat, and state lawmakers from Epe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos East Vice-Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barrister Olayinka Oladunjoye, … Read more
The All Progressive Congress recorded a landslide victory in the polls conducted in Epe community, however the LGA wants to face the business side of things not weigh into the victory. According to Epe indigenes, the aim was to vote a progressive mind and live up to the ideology, and the APC is urged to … Read more
Inside Epe community of Lagos State, Eko Hot Blog looks into the opinions of voters ahead of the governorship election. The question over voter safety and electoral violence remains a constant debate in the minds of the Epe electorates despite optimism of a free and fair process going into the day of the election. Igwe … Read more
A student in an Epe junior secondary school was recently sent home because her bag featured a sticker in support of Peter Obi. The school principal claimed the student was campaigning for Obi in school. The Lagos government has subsequently summoned the principal to explain the incident. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State … Read more
Member representing Epe Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon Wale Raji has hailed the emergence of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s President-Elect as a much-needed “panacea.” EDITOR’S PICKS: INEC Declares Tinubu President-Elect Wale Raji Rewrites History, Wins Reelection Bid Opinion!!! Tinubu, Atiku and Political Obituary (1) Raji stated this in a congratulatory message … Read more
Member representing Epe Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon Wale Raji, has been declared the winner of Saturday’s House of Reps elections which held alongside the presidential and senatorial polls. Editor’s Picks: Songs Of Excitement In Epe As Wale Raji Promises Voters To Expect ‘Much More’ 2023 Election: Wale Raji Wins Reelection To … Read more
Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Surah O Animashaun has taken to the podium to congratulate President elect, Bola Tinubu on his victory in the 2023 polls. According to Animashaun, she stands a testament of Tinubu’s influence in power and expresses elation towards the victory She remarks that Tinubu’s strategic mind will see the … Read more
The attention of The Concern Epe Youths and Stakeholders was drawned to a publication of our respected people of Awori of the Otto-Ijanikin Axis of Lagos raising certain concerns on our dear citadel of learning, LASUED. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: Big Boost For LP As Igbo Group Endorses Peter Obi 2023 Elections: APC Supporters Dump Party, … Read more
A picturesque and vivid celebration of life was in full bloom at the Catholic Mission House Ibonwon, as a motley crew of friends, family members, esteemed traditional rulers, and society’s cream of the crop converged to pay tribute to the exceptional Pa Olawale Ogunsawo. With more than eight decades of living, Pa Ogunsawo’s life was … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka The 2023 presidential election is less than a week away and candidates as well as their supporters continue to seek support from voters. Tinubu is one of the frontrunners in the bid to be sworn in as Nigeria’s next president on May 29. Omodele Ibrahim is one of his millions of supporters … Read more
Muminat Olabisi Ayanwale passed away on February 6, 2023. Accordingly, her 8th Fidau prayer was held on February 13, 2023. The prayer witnessed the celebration of the late Muminat’s life. Eko Hot Blog reports that the 8th-day Fidau prayer for Madam Mumimat Olabisi Ayanwale was held on Sunday, February 13, 2023, amid glowing tributes of … Read more
By Otunba T J Abass It was a glittering showcase of the community’s political class, a symphony of solidarity, unity, and love not only in relation to a flawless execution, but also in relation to the mammoth crowd, real political diehards, not hired crowds as always alleged by opposition group) that attended the event, a … Read more
The newly initiated students are the first set of students admitted into the department since the Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education transitioned into a university. The students were matriculated on January 31, 2023. They were initiated into the university’s Department of Theatre Arts less than two weeks later. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Department … Read more
The family of Pa Thompson Ogunsanwo has announced the burial plans for their Patriarch. Thompson Olawale Ogunsanwo, popularly known as the Superior Evangelist, will, on February 15, be laid to rest after a richly fulfilling life’s sojourn. EDITOR’S PICKS Alara Of Ilara Mourns Passing of Baba Oba, Thompson Ogunsanwo “Our Business Is With Drivers” – … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka The APC is optimistic of its chances as the 2023 elections are fast approaching. The optimism was in full glare last week as the ruling party held a mega rally in Epe, Lagos State. The rally witnessed the party faithful urging voters to support all APC candidates at the polls. Eko Hot … Read more
On 5th of February, some members of the Epe community of Lagos State witnessed the brotherhood spirit of its community as they stood as recipients of a scholarship scheme worth over 1 million naira. The event was to mark Epe Kingdom’s KayoKayo festival of 2022 in which the promise made was kept to the youths … Read more