A group of protesters stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday to express their opposition to the appointment of a new traditional ruler in the Ajah region of the state. The protesters, hailing from the Ajah community, raised concerns that the matter of the Obaship of Ajah is still under judicial review. They … Read more
Operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested prominent Kano-based activist Zubair Zubair, known for his vocal criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Zubair was reportedly detained in Kano before being transferred to Abuja. In a statement regarding the arrest, Zubair’s lawyer, Barrister Harun Magashi, confirmed that the DSS had initially held Zubair … Read more
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared Thursday, October 3, and Friday, October 4, as public holidays in preparation for the upcoming local government elections in the state. In a statewide address on Wednesday, Fubara emphasized his government’s commitment to upholding the Constitution of Nigeria, adhering to the rule of law, and promoting … Read more
Protest, in Nigeria like many other democratic nations, has always been seen as the last resort—the final tool in the hands of the people to bend the government to their will. Nigerians, known for their boldness, have never shied away from protests. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim … Read more
Governor Sanwo-Olu Emphasizes Public-Private Synergy Launches 30th Anniversary Logo of NESG Calls for Leveraging Digital Technologies for Broader Reach Eko Hot Blog reports that during the Nigerian Economic Summit Group’s (NESG) 30th Anniversary Public Lecture and Founders’ Forum, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu addressed the significance of synergy between the public and private sectors. Editor’s Pick Admiring … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his predecessor in office, Mr. Babatunde Fashola (SAN) have stressed the need for urgent sacrifices to alleviate the current hardship caused by the economic downturn rocking the country. The duo spoke during the 18th edition of the state Executive and Legislative Parley organized … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria will not continue to import food as his administration strives to invest in agriculture to boost food production in the country. The Nigerian leader made this remark on Friday, during a meeting with the Forum of State Chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the last general elections, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerian youths to actively work against the entrenched corruption and criminality in various levels of government. In a statement released on his social media handle on Saturday, Obi encouraged young Nigerians not to be … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Not long ago, Osun State Government launched a feedback platform to further bridge the gap between policy implementation and the experiential realities of the residents of the state. The website, www.civicengagement.os.gov.ng, was launched through the state’s Civic Engagement Centre. According to Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, pioneer Head of the Centre, the website was designed … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka Old People Care Centre Epe: Sanwo-Olu to Launch Free Transportation for The Elderly EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has concluded plans for the smooth and effective movement of the aged across the State. Read Also: Aremo Of Epe Kingdom Makes Case for Abandoned Oke-Oyinbo Road In… Gov … Read more
Pupils in Primary 4 – 6 on Lagos Island on Monday benefited from a free feeding initiative called ‘Snacks For Thought’, floated by the Lagos State Government led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Ekohotblog understands that the Snacks For Thought initiative is different from the federal government’s feeding program as this targets mostly children in their … Read more