U.S. Supreme Court allows Trump to dismiss FTC commissioner despite existing legal limits. Rebecca Slaughter vows to continue court battle against her removal. Case challenges long-standing legal precedent limiting presidential power over independent agencies. The United States Supreme Court has temporarily allowed U.S President Donald Trump to dismiss a member of the Federal Trade Commission … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Oko-Abe Community High School, a key educational project funded by Rep. Wale Raji of Epe Federal Constituency, is now in its final stages and set for an official launch soon. Recneltly, Rep Raji and Lagos State Commissioner for Education Hon. Tolani Alli-Balogun visited Oko-Abe Community Secondary School and Epe Grammar … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, along with the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, inspected the site of the proposed world-class medical facility in Akodo today. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, … Read more
Olayinka Oladunjoye has mourned Ramota Bankole’s passing in Mecca. Eko Hot Blog reports that in a profound moment of grief, Lagos State’s Federal Commissioner at the National Population Commission, Barrister Olayinka Oladunjoye, has described the death of former Lagos APC Welfare Secretary, Alhaja Ramota Bankole, as a “bitter pill to swallow.” EDITOR’S PICK NiMet Forecasts … Read more
Ejinrin Youth Organisation has honoured Mobolaji Ogunlende for his outstanding leadership. Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a remarkable display of appreciation and recognition, the Ejinrin Youth Organisation bestowed upon Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende, the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, an Award of Leadership Excellence for his exceptional dedication and visionary leadership. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade & Investment, Ms. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, says the state has met all criteria to qualify for the first phase of the World Bank-funded State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) programme on the Ease of Doing Business. Ms. Ambrose-Medebem made the revelation recently … Read more
State Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance Policy on Vandalism Suspect Caught Stealing Iron from Government Barriers Commissioner Warns Against Destruction of Public Property Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a stern move, the Lagos State Government has arrested a suspected vandal, Abba Mohammed, for allegedly vandalizing and stealing iron from concrete barriers erected along drainage channels. The arrest … Read more
Mrs. Olayinka Saidat Oladunjoye, an attorney and political leader in Epe and Lagos State, is 65 today, May 6, 2023. Her impressive strides in various leadership positions deserve celebration. Besides enjoying numerous achievements in her personal life, she has distinguished herself as a valuable public servant who has effected positive changes. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And … Read more
Shanties and kiosks cleared from drainage areas Action taken after complaints from residents’ association Road leading to community cleared of makeshift structures Eko Hot Blog reports that, acting on the complaints received from the Ora-Ekpen/Ifelodun Residents and Plot Owners Association, the enforcement team of the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, under … Read more
Kwankwaso’s Son, Three Others Named Commissioners In Kano Adamu Kibiya, previously suspended for derogatory remarks, among other nominees. Names forwarded to Kano State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Yusuf, has nominated Mustapha Kwankwaso, son of Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso as commissioner. Kwankwaso, a former … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that George Kelly-Alabo has resigned from the cabinet of Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the Rivers State Commissioner for Works. Kelly-Alabo resigned to take up a federal appointment in the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Editor’s Picks Troops Thwart Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Victims In Kogi As Army Strikes Against Criminals Tinubu … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that”Ensuring Safety and Security for Students, Teachers, and Staff” Kano State’s Police Commissioner, Hussaini Gumel, has issued a directive to increase patrols around primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions across the state. The move comes in response to the Inspector-General of Police’s directive to enhance security in schools under the Safe … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in Olayinka Oladunjoye as a federal commissioner of the National Population Commission (NPC). The ceremony, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, preceded the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting yesterday. Editor’s Pick: Universal Music Group Acquires Mavin Records In Deal With Don Jazzy ‘We … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Gombe State Police Commissioner, Hayatu Usman, has dismissed assertions suggesting that bandits have entered the state and that informants are on the rise. EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And Unlawful Activities Femi Otedola Expresses Joy As He Makes Forbes’ Africa Billionaires List … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Plateau State Commissioner for Information, Musa Ashoms has begged the President Bola Tinubu led government to recruit young men from Plateau to defend the state. Ashoms made this call while appearing on an Arise TV broacast, claiming that military personnel had a practice of arresting victims of similar attacks and parading … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State Government on Sunday, disclosed that the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, did not force any of his commissioners to resign. This online media platform had earlier reported that some commissioners in the state resign amid the feud between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. EDITOR’S PICKS New … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a close aide to the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has claimed that the list of commissioners, special advisers and other key aides, as well as their portfolios, was handed over to his principal, by his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The aide in an interview with Punch, said Fubara had no input … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ondo State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Razaq Obe, has alleged that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu‘s signature was forged on an official document pertaining to his ministry. Obe alleged this in a letter he personally signed and addressed to the State Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. EDITOR’S PICKS APC Wins In … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, said the ongoing demolition in the state is not targeted at any group. Olumide stated this in an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on Wednesday. Editor’s Pick CBN Issues New Directive To Banks, Nigerians On Old, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday confirmed three of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s nominees of cabinet rank. This was made known in a statement sent to Naija News by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Eromosele Ebhomele. The House confirmed Abiodun … Read more