George reveals that N550.689 billion has been allocated for development and maintenance. He added that the budget will aim to address housing deficit. George said that the budget prioritized agricultural development. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State government has earmarked N550.689 billion for development and maintenance in the fiscal year 2024. EDITOR’S … Read more
Oba Ogunlaja rewards exceptional students from Pobuna Grammar School with scholarship awards. He revealed that transparent selection process was employed to identify the best students. Parents of the students commended the king’s generousity. Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja JP, the Paramount Ruler of Odo-Noforija, Lagos, has granted the prestigious Aladeshonyin Scholarship … Read more
Oluyinka revealed that Lagos is ranked the 19th best city to visit in the world by Time Out Publication. Olumegbon-Lawal reiterated government’s stance against unauthorized structures and sales on walkways. Oki ordered the immediate demolition of illegal structures surrounding the Mandilas 10-storey building. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has given a … Read more
Sanwo-Olu celebrates historic moment for Nigeria’s maritime industry. He noted that Lekki Sea Deep Port is the only port in Nigeria that can receive very large vessels. Sanwo-Olu mentioned that the key to economic prosperity lies within the Lekki Economic Zone.” Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed his … Read more
Ogboye reiterated Lagos Government’s commitment to improving access to quality eye care services and preventing avoidable blindness. Yu applauded the State Government for its support in the success of the free eye surgical outreach programme. Temitope appreciated the timely and cost-free operation facilitated by the Lagos State Government and the Chinese Consulate. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Dr. Alausa reveals that the healthcare sector did not adequately serve the population prior to Tinubu’s emergence. He disclosed that there are effort to leverage on our large population to increase health personnel. Alausa reveals plan to address the high cost of medical consumables. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Honourable Minister for State Health … Read more
LASG enters agreement with UAE on exploring investment opportunities beneficial to both. Ambrose-Medebem believes that the LASG is committed to driving economic growth and businesses. Almandoos says the Emirate is interested in what it can do with Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) … Read more
Sanwo-Olu shared the ongoing transformation video of the Teslim Balogun stadium. He emphasized that the renovation is geared towards creating a world-class sporting arena. The governor extended best wishes to the Super Eagles participating in the African Nations Cup. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has taken to social media … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Solid Mineral Development, Dele Alake, has arrived in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where he is set to conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the explosion that rocked Ibadan last week. The Minister was received upon arrival at the Ibadan Airport by some officials of the Oyo state … Read more
Lagos government warns against unsafe handling of combustible items due to potential risks and hazards. Government urges residents to prioritize safety to prevent life and property losses. Government charged the public to report dangerous goods stockpiles. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to the general public, emphasizing … Read more
Akinwumi Ambode, the ex-Lagos Governor, has quietly reentered the political scene, stirring up curiosity and interest. Since his exit in 2019, he has laid low, keeping his reputation intact. During his time as Governor, the soft-spoken political technocrat never got tangled in unnecessary political drama. He simply focused on governance, smoothly stepping into the big … 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 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 Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, said his government would set up a medical university to strengthen the state’s medical infrastructure and counter the exodus of doctors and other medical personnel abroad. Sanwo-Olu said the planned medical university would graduate about 1,500 doctors yearly, urging other states … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has said the entire Igbo nation has resolved to support the President Bola Tinubu-led government. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, in his palace yesterday, Chief Iwuanyanwu, while appealing to the monarch for a renewed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has appointed two members to his cabinet. The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Gboyega Akosile, made this known in a statement via his official X handle on Wednesday. Akosile said the governor appointed Abiodun Ogunleye as the Commissioner of Energy and Mineral Resources … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government, on Monday, celebrated the 2023 World Food Day at Police College Ikeja, themed “Water is Life, Water is Food. Leave no one behind.” Editor’s Pick: Court Jails Two Over Sale Of Fake Patience Jonathan’s Gold Lagos To Prosecute Staff Of Nightclub For Alleged Attack On LASEPA … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed six Special Advisers (non-Cabinet) to serve in various capacities across ministries and help in running the government. The Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Mrs. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, made this known in a statement on Monday. The newly appointed Special Advisers are: 1. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has debunked “deliberate misinterpretion and sensationalization reports” that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the mass burial of at least 103 protesters who were “massacred” by joint forces of the Nigerian Army and the police during the October 20, 2020 protest against police brutality tagged #EndSARS at the … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has described Lagos as the “Bastion of Entertainment” where the best of creativity is exported to the rest of the world. Mr Sanwo-Olu said this at the Lagos premiere of the film on President Bola Tinubu’s biopic, “Last Man Standing”, held at the Glover Memorial … Read more