Babatunde Fashola

Auditor-General Report Uncovers N197.72bn Irregular Payments Across MDAs

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A report by the Auditor-General of the Federation has revealed irregular payments totaling over N197.72 billion across various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), raising significant concerns about systemic lapses in financial compliance and procurement processes. The findings, detailed in the Auditor-General’s Annual Report on Non-Compliance and Internal Control Weaknesses, cover activities from 2020 to 2021 … Read more

Tribunal Judgement: Fashola Petitions IGP, Seeks Probe Of Jackson Ude, Two Others Over False Allegations [Photos]

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the immediate past Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, has written to the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, demanding an investigation into a case of false allegations levelled against him. Fashola’s lawyer, Olanrewaju Akinsola, also asked the IGP to probe the sources of fake reports alleging … Read more

Fashola Discloses Nigeria’s Plan To Invest In Social Housing Schemes

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Nigeria invests $22.5M in Shelter Afrique for affordable housing units. Minister Fashola announces the investment at the 42nd AGM and Symposium of Shelter AfrFasholaique in Abuja. The investment is a boost for Shelter Afrique, which supports the development of the African real estate and housing sector. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Works … Read more

Buhari Approves N1.5 Trillion For Rehabilitation, Construction Of Over 700km Roads

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The Nigerian government has approved N1.535 trillion for the construction and rehabilitation of 11 major roads across. The roads will span over 700km and connect 11 different states. This initiative was approved by the Federal Executive Council under the leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari EKO HOT BLOG reports that the sum of N1.535 trillion has … Read more

APC Knew Election Results Before They Were Declared By INEC – Fashola

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The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has disclosed that the APC knew its results from the situation room before the final declaration by the INEC. Fashola advised Nigerians to sheath their swords and end all disagreements that arose during the just-concluded 2023 general elections. The Minister also emphasized that Nigerians should exhibit maturity … Read more

2023: Fashola Predicts Triumph For Tinubu In Upcoming Presidential Election

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Fashola has predicted that Tinubu will emerge victorious in the upcoming Presidential election. Fashola’s optimism is coming barely 19 days before the presidential election. According to him, the election is a game of numbers that the members of the ruling APC understand so well. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde … Read more

This Is Why Tinubu Is Fuming – Fashola

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This Is Why Tinubu Is Fuming – Babatunde Fashola

Former Lagos State governor, Babatunde Fashola reveals reasons for his predecessor’s public outcry against the CBN. The current Minister of Works and Housing describes the APC presidential flag-bearer as an activist with the interest of the downtrodden at heart. Fashola calls for a review of the policy of the Central Bank.  EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

Osinbajo Hosts APC Legal Team Ahead Of 2023 Elections

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Osinbajo hosted the APC legal team in Abuja ahead of the 2023 elections. The meeting was held at the Presidential Villa after the weekly FEC meeting. Those at the legal meeting include the two Ministers who are Senior Advocates of Nigeria: Babatunde Fashola and Festus Keyamo. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo … Read more

FG Announces Date To Close East-West Road [SEE WHEN & WHY]

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FG has announced that it will shut down the East-West Road on January 15th. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, on Wednesday announced that the East-West Road will be closed on January 15 to allow construction to resume. Fashola said during a live appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise … Read more

FG Orders Controllers To Control Flood Nationwide

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The Federal Government has directed controllers of works to evaluate the extent of damage brought on by floods across Nigeria in order to take measures to improve the situation. Eko Hot Blog reports that the controllers must determine simultaneous emergency measures that could be done to save people and flood-affected property, according to the government. EDITOR’S … Read more

FG Completes 2nd Niger Bridge — Fashola

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Fashola has revealed that the Federal Government has completed the 2nd Niger Bridge. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, on Wednesday, confirmed that the construction of the 2nd Niger bridge is now completed and will soon be released to the public for use. According to the PUNCH, Fashola … Read more

JUST IN: FG To Complete 2nd Niger Bridge, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway In 2022

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FG to complete 2nd Niger Bridge, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in 2022. The Federal Government has assured that the Muhammadu Buhari Bridge alias the Second Niger Bridge and the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway would be delivered in 2022. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola on Thursday said that the 2nd Niger bridge … Read more

{JUST IN} 2023: Lawan Lauds Sanwo-Olu, Endorses Him For Second Term

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Lawan Lauds Sanwo-Olu

SLawan Lauds Sanwo-Olu Endorsed him for a second term. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, on Sunday, endorsed Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for a second term in office. Lawan spoke at the 5th edition of the Senator Olamilekan Solomon Lagos West Senatorial District event held at the Police College Ikeja. Read … Read more

APPLY: FG Opens Online Portal For Sale Of 5000 Houses

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FG opens online portal for the sale of 5000 Houses under the national housing programme see how to apply now below. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the federal government, on Friday, launched a portal for the sale of completed houses under the National Housing Programme (NHP). The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, made … Read more

BREAKING: Again, Aggrieved NLC Members Block Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway

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Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway

Aggrieved NLC members and residents have again blocked the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. EKOHOTBLOG reports that motorists were on Wednesday stranded as aggrieved residents and members of the Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) blocked the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway to protest against the deplorable condition of the highway. The protest is coming after the expiration of 21 days ultimatum … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Fashola Urge States To Enact Laws To Collect Monthly Rents

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Fashola said the onus was on States to look into the rental system, noting that rent control is the exclusive preserve of sub-national Governments. Mr Sanwo-Olu urged policymakers to consider the suggestion and initiate a regulatory framework that would aid the transition to the new rental system. Ekohotblog reports that the Minister for Works and … Read more

BREAKING: Aggrieved NLC Members Block Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway

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NLC Members, Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway

Scores of aggrieved NLC members, on Wednesday, blocked the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. EKOHOTBLOG reports that motorists were on Wednesday stranded as aggrieved residents and members of the Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) blocked the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway to protest against the deplorable condition of the highway. The protest by residents and the NLC members led to traffic gridlock … Read more

Nigeria Will Not Progress Without Borrowing-Fashola

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Nigeria Will Not Progress Without Borrowing-Fashola

”It is in our own interest that the government does some borrowing and spends it on investment because that sector contributes to the Gross Domestic Products (GDP) and contributes to employment. The Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has defended the Federal Government’s resort to loans to expand infrastructure in the country. Fashola, who … Read more

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