Hon Wale Raji Begins Construction of 6 Classrooms at Adesowon Grammar School, Ilara

Ekohotblog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, a member of the House of Representatives for Epe Federal Constituency, has started the construction of a block of six classrooms at Adesowon Grammar School, Ilara. The groundbreaking ceremony for the project took place today, bringing excitement to the school and the community. Representing the Executive Chairman of Eredo … Read more

Tinubu Commends Coca-Cola, Pledges Continued Business-Friendly Environment

Ekohotblog reports that President Bola Tinubu has lauded Coca-Cola for its long-standing partnership with Nigeria, reaffirming his government’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment for investors.   Speaking during a visit by a delegation from Coca-Cola, led by CEO of Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company, Mr. Zoran Bogdanovic, the President highlighted the importance of private sector … Read more

Ghanaian Journalist Sets Guinness World Record, Hugs Tree For 24 Hours

Ghanaian Journalist Guinness World Record

Ghanaian journalist Abdul Hakim Awal has achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest time spent hugging a tree. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking Champions League Career EKO … Read more

Lagos Arrests Nine For Open Defecation In Berger

Lagos Defecation Berger

Officials from the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps have apprehended nine individuals caught engaging in open defecation in the Berger area of the state. This action is part of the state government’s ongoing efforts to enforce its zero-tolerance policy on open defecation and maintain a cleaner and healthier environment for residents. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Orders Crackdown On Manhole Removal, Illegal Waste Disposal In Lagos

Sanwo-Olu Manhole Removal

Sanwo-Olu has ordered strict action against individuals removing manholes and illegally disposing of waste in Lagos.  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the ministries of environment and works to take strict action against individuals removing manholes and engaging in illegal waste disposal. The governor condemned these actions, emphasizing their … Read more

‘Many Don’t Pay For Waste Disposal’ — Waste Managers Ask LAWMA To Enforce Payment

Improper waste disposal around Tejuosho Market, Yaba, Lagos

Waste managers have asked LAWMA to enforce payment for waste disposal.  Eko Hot Blog reports that Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria (AWAMN) has called on the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) to enforce the payment for the disposal of waste in Lagos State. The association’s National President, Mr. Olugbenga Adebola, made the call after … Read more

Lagos Govt Gives 23-Hour Eviction Notice To Squatters Under Ijora Bridge

Ijora Bridge

The Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) issued a 23-hour eviction notice to illegal occupants under the Ijora Bridge. State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the directive via his X handle on May 25. Wahab emphasized the urgency, warning squatters to vacate to avoid forced removal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more

Eredo LCDA Chairman Monsuru Akinloye Leads Efforts To Maintain Cleanliness And Prevent Flooding

Desilting and removing of waste from waterways in Eredo LCDA

By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a proactive move to keep the environment clean and green, Hon. Monsuru Ismail Akinloye, the Chairman of Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has made cleanliness a fundamental part of community life. Taking decisive action to address potential flooding risks, Akinloye has spearheaded efforts to … Read more

Lagos Cracks Down On Vandals, Arrests Suspect For Barrier Theft

Lagos Cracks Down On Vandals, Arrests Suspect For Barrier Theft

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

Lagos Cracks Down On Illegal Structures In Idumota Market For Safety

Lagos Cracks Down On Illegal Structures In Idumota Market For Safety

State Government Resumes Demolition of Unauthorized Extensions Move Follows Recommendations After Docemo Fire Incident Aims to Ensure Orderliness, Free Traffic Flow in Market Area Eko Hot Blog reports that, in a bid to prioritize safety and order, the Lagos State Government has resumed the demolition of illegal extensions within the Idumota market. This action comes … Read more

Russia Accuses Baltic States of Severing Ties: Warns of Asymmetric Response

Russia

Russia blames Baltic countries for severing ties, citing a hostile stance.  Russian Foreign Ministry warns of asymmetric measures in response. Tensions escalate as accusations and warnings continue between Russia and the Baltic states. Eko hot blog reports that In a recent statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry pointed fingers at the Baltic countries, accusing them of … Read more

World Malaria Day: A Clean Environment Can Help Eliminate Malaria Spread – LAWMA

The World Malaria Day is marked on April 25 of every year. This year’s team is “Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world”. LAWMA has made a case for ensuring an effective fight against malaria. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa … Read more

Sahara Dust Blankets Greek Skies, Enshrouding Landmarks In Orange Haze

Sahara Dust Blankets Greek Skies, Enshrouding Landmarks In Orange Haze

  Sahara dust clouds turn Greek skies orange, obscuring landmarks like the Acropolis.  Strong winds fuel early wildfires across southern Greece, prompting swift containment efforts.  Greece prepares for a tough firefighting season amid drought and high temperatures after a record-breaking wildfire year. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the skies over southern Greece were tinged with … Read more

Nigeria Targets Gas Flare Elimination: Minister Announces Strategy Review

Gas Flare

Minister plans oil companies’ strategies review for ending gas flaring by 2030. Abuja stakeholders discuss methane reduction in Nigeria’s oil sector. Collaboration emphasized for methane emission addressing, focusing on sustainability. EKO HOT BLOG reports that on Tuesday in Abuja, at the national stakeholders engagement meeting on methane mitigation and reduction in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, … Read more

2024 Budget: Economy, Education, Environment Top Lagos Government’s Priorities

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, presenting the 2024 budget to the House of Assembly

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, presented an estimate of N2.2 trillion expenditures to the House of Assembly for next year, proposing increased capital spending across key priority areas in the Economic Affairs sector. There will be renewed focus on Works and Infrastructure next year, Sanwo-Olu said, noting that … Read more

Ekiti To Adopt Lagos Waste Management Practice

Eko Hot Blog reports that  Ekiti State Ministry of the Environment have sent delegates to Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources to understudy Lagos on best practices in environmental sustainability. Editor’s Pick Sanwoolu Urges Orphanages to Register For Lagos Health Scheme Lagos Among 12 Cities Selected For Jimmy Carter Foundation Campaign The … Read more

May 29: 15 Key Things You Need To Know Ahead Of Tinubu’s Inauguration

Removing Subsidy Tinubu

  As Nigeria prepares for the inauguration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as the country’s 16th president, there are key things you need to know. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that ahead of the inauguration, Nigerians have called on the president-elect to take quick actions to tackle critical issues in the country’s economy, security, fuel subsidy and … Read more

Embrace Good Hygiene, Clean Environment, NIMechE’s Akingbagbohun Urges Nigerians

The 2023 World Water Day held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. NIMechE used the opportunity to organise an essay competition on water sanitation and hygiene. The institute’s president also urged Nigerians to be the change they want by practicing good hygiene. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Mechanical … Read more

‘Water Is Everywhere’ — Lagos Water Corporation MD, Badmus Asks Residents To Expect Better Supply

The 2023 World Water Day held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. The Lagos water corporation used the opportunity to partner with an engineering institute in organising an essay competition on water sanitation and hygiene. The corporation’s boss disclosed the state of water distribution in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) … Read more

Heavy Rainfalls: LASG Warns Owners Of Structures On Drainage Alignments

As heavy rainfall intensifies, leading to flash floods in some parts, Lagos State Government on Tuesday renewed its warning to owners of all structures on drainage alignments and setbacks to relocate to higher grounds.   EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was contained in a statement released by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water … Read more