The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has expressed concern over its high electricity costs, which reached about ₦218 million between August and December 2024. The institute stressed the need to find alternative power sources to remain efficient and sustainable. This issue was discussed during NIMR’s annual end-of-year retreat in Yaba, Lagos. The event aimed … Read more
EKEDC Fires Chief for Faking Credentials Corruption Allegations Plague Ousted Leader NERC Forces Leadership Shakeup at Utility Eko Hot Blog reports that Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) sacked Tinuade Sanda as managing director. The parent firm, WPG, terminated her services on April 17, 2024. Chairman Charles Momoh declared, “We no longer require your services.” WPG … Read more
The Randle substation was facilitated by former Surulere representative, Gbajabiamila. The substation is expected to boost electricity supply in Surulere. After the commissioning of the plant during the weekend, it is ready for operation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu and the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, … Read more
The EKEDC has suffered another electrocution tragedy. The latest incident comes months after a similar incident in March 2023. However, the company lost two officials to the latest tragedy. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has suffered a grave tragedy as two of its officials were electrocuted. The incident happened … Read more
Sanwo-Olu lamented that the power industry has not impressed despite the heavy investment in the sector. He made the complaint when EKEDC officials visited him on Wednesday. The Lagos energy commissioner said the administration had mapped out an electricity supply plan aimed at improving transmission and distribution of power. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos … Read more
EKEDC said there will be a power outage on Lagos Island due to impending maintenance work. The distribution company also apologised to its customers in Lagos and Ogun States over irregular power supply. The company blamed the poor supply on the reduced load capacity from the National Grid. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Eko … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has enjoined Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) officials to adhere strictly to all traffic laws and regulations while on duty across the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Bolaji Oreagba gave the caution on Thursday at Oshodi while receiving 500 operational reflective … Read more
A suspected cable thief has been electrocuted while tampering with a transformer in the Isale Agbede, lagos island area of Lagos state EKO HOT BLOG reports that at Isale-Agbede on Lagos Island, an unidentified male was electrocuted and died as a result. It was gathered that the man died while stealing a cable from … Read more
Ebute-Metta residents protest over outrageous electricity bills EKEDC lacks transparency in its billing. All we are asking the service provider to do is to be legitimate in dealing with their customers – Ebute-Metta resident EDITOR’S PICK 2023: PDP Govs Reject Atiku’s Plan To Retain Peter Obi As Running Mate Fani-Kayode Makes Shocking Revelation About Nigerians … Read more
Residents of Apapa Road and Ebutte Metta in Lagos State protested the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) 32-days power outage. EKEDC is extorting us – Residents EDITOR’S PICK: Resident Trapped As 3 Storey Building Collapsed In Lagos (VIDEO) Worker’s Day: Lagos Workers Endorse Sanwo-Olu For Second Term 2023 Presidency: Again, Peter Obi Defeats Tinubu, Osinbajo, … Read more
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has been thrown into darkness electricity debt. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Akoka, Yaba, Lagos has been thrown into darkness over an unpaid debt of about N200m the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) billed the university for electricity consumption. However, the UNILAG authorities, while reacting … Read more
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has warned Lagos residents over the use of unauthorised personnel within its network in the state. EKEDC enjoined the residents to be wary of unlicensed contractors. The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has called on Lagos residents to shun illegal activities and the use of unauthorised personnel within its … Read more
Lagos in recent times has become safer than it was some years ago when violent robberies, car jacking and mugging are carried out even in broad day light. However, in spite of the improved security, some areas are still considered as dangerous. As a resident or visitor, you do not want to find yourself in … Read more
The Wall Street Journal has reported the changing mood among senators in the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump, saying Republican senators appear yielding to pressure to allow witnesses to testify in the trial. The respected journal in an exclusive report on Tuesday said Trump’s pointsman in the Senate, Mitch McConnell who had vowed to … Read more
The President General of Heritage Forum, HRM, Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, Aladeshonyin of Noforija Kingdom has reiterated the commitment of the forum to the unity of the entire Yoruba Nation. Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja made this declaration at the Palace of the Alake Of Egba land during the courtesy call of the delegation to the Paramount Ruler … Read more
The Institution of Occupational Safety And Health(IOSH), has stressed her commitment to support Nigeria’s transformative strategy to raise safety and health standards and improve competencies amongst professionals across the continent. This commitment was made at the just concluded maiden edition of the IOSH West Africa Conference with the theme ” Shaping the future of Occupational … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced minor cabinet reshuffle, with the appointment of three new members. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Gboyega Akosile said eight cabinet portfolios affected by the redeployment include ministries of Local Government, ministry of Special Duties, Wealth Creation and Employment, Tourism, Arts and … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Comrade Giwa Moshood Olasupo (GMO) on Saturday declared for the state chairmanship position of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN). Releasing his manifestos in front of over a thousand youths from different local governments within the state, GMO stressed the need to ensure that the youths are united and gainfully employed. … Read more
Nigerian police have arraigned one Babatunde Owoeye, 40, before the Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State for defrauding one Ibrahim Yusuf of N850,000. According to the police, Owoeye had obtained money in tranches from Yusuf under the pretext of procuring for him visa to the United Arab Emirates or the United States of America. … Read more
French President Emmanuel Macron said 33 terrorists had been neutralized in an operation by French forces in central Mali on Saturday. He said in a speech to the French community in the Ivory Coast that French soldiers had also released two Malian gendarmes being held by jihadists in the city of Mopti. Macron is visiting … Read more