By Adesola Ikulajolu While no state government has overtly admitted to drawing inspiration and making imitations of Lagos, there are telltale signs of replicated patterns ideated by Lagos. Lagos is the first past the winning post. Sanwo-Olu’s terrain is not called the “Center of Excellence for Fun.” Rankings and ratings are known to place … Read more
The first female Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Professor Folashade Ogunsola, FAS, has resumed office. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Professor Ogunsola is the 13th Vice Chancellor to take-over office in UNILAG, after sixty (60) years of existence. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos State Govt Pays N44.5b Into Retirees’ Accounts Lagos Gets Automobile Hub … Read more
Lagos State Government paid about N44.5billion into workers’ retirement savings accounts as part of its commitment to resolve pension issues in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made by the Director-General (DG) of Lagos State Pension Commission, Mr Babalola Obilana, during the 23rd Retirement Benefit Documentation Seminar. EDITOR’S PICKS Why We … Read more
Six suspected were arrested by men of the Nigerian Police Force for kidnapping an eight-year-old daughter of their colleague in Lagos State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the suspects are Bureau De Change operators in Lagos who conspired to abduct the daughter of their fellow operator. EDITOR’S PICKS Why We Will Mobilize Support For Tinubu, … Read more
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has revealed why Lagos is ranked as the most friendly State for the scheme. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of the NYSC National Governing Board, Ambassador Fatima Balla Abubakar, said Lagos remained the only State across the federation supporting the scheme with quarterly subventions to keep activities … Read more
The Lagos State Police have arrested two members of a cult group in the Sangotedo area of the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the police responded to a distress call from Sangotedo that the cult groups were on a rampage. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Police Speak On Death Of Davido’s Son, Reveal Next Step Lagos … Read more
Lagos State now has an Automobile Hub set up at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) as part of efforts to improve employment opportunities and support practical training in auto engineering. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and NORD Automobile for setting up an … Read more
Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has announced the suspension of the BRT Monitoring Enforcement Team on the Eko Bridge. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the suspension of the monitoring team activities is due to the partial closure of the Eko Bridge due to the ongoing rehabilitation work. EDITOR’S PICKS LASTMA Set To Enforce Traffic … Read more
The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu has hosted and rewarded children participants at the National Festival for Arts and Culture (NAFEST), being hosted by the State Government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Sanwo-Olu, who also is also referred to as ‘Mama Nafest’, hosted the children at a reception held … Read more
The official spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, Festus Keyamo, has blasted opposition parties over false documents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Keyamo has challenged the opposition parties to head to court with valid documents instead of using social media as a tool for judgement. EDITOR’S PICKS Buhari Meets With Tinubu, … Read more
Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned opposition parties against tarnishing image of its flag bearer, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the campaign council said Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has continued to spread fake news about Tinubu calling that he should withdraw from the presidential race. … Read more