Kayokayo Festival: Epe Youth Forum Holds Rally For Peace, Unity, Inclusion

Epe Kayokayo festival

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Epe Youth Forum, on Monday, held a youth rally that focused on fostering peace and unity among the youths in the community. The rally was part of several events commemorating the 2023 Epe Kayokayo festival. EDITOR’S PICKS Meet Tunji Alausa, The Epe-born Nephrologist On Tinubu’s Second Ministerial List Epe … Read more

Fuel Subsidy Removal: Abiru Donates More Food Packs To Vulnerable Constituents

Lagos East Senator Tokunbo Abiru

Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, representing Lagos East Senatorial District, has donated food packs to vulnerable constituents. The senator said the move was aimed at alleviating the economic challenges exacerbated by the removal of fuel subsidy. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival: Epe Ogunmodede Club Defeats Epe Club In Thrilling Novelty Match Epe … Read more

Kayokayo Novelty Match: Embrace Peaceful Coexistence, Segun Agbaje Urges Epe Youths

Former Epe LG Chairman, Hon. Segun Muhammad Agbaje, speaking to Eko Hot Blog and other media outfits at the novelty match

Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Segun Muhammad Agbaje, a former Chairman of Epe Local Government, has urged young people in Epe to embrace the spirit of sportsmanship and peaceful coexistence. He gave the charge on Monday at the 2023 Epe Kayokayo festival novelty match held at Senator Adetokunbo Abiru stadium, LASU Epe road, Epe. … Read more

Kayokayo Festival: Epe Ogunmodede Club Defeats Epe Club In Thrilling Novelty Match

Two Epe Ogunmodede Club players battle for the ball in the middle of the pitch

Eko Hot Blog reports that Epe Ogunmodede Club, on Monday, defeated Epe Club in a novelty match. The novelty match was part of several events lined up to celebrate the 2023 Epe Kayokayo festival in Epe, Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now Global – Olu Epe Of Epe Epe Kayokayo Coordinator Otunba … Read more

Epe Kayokayo Festival: Winners Of Quranic Recitation Contest, Quiz Bag Cash Prizes

Yusuff Muheebah of Popo-Oba/Oke-Oba, the first prize winner of the Quranic recitation contest (Junior category) with her plaque receiving her prize (Photo: Kakalistiq)

Eko Hot Blog reports that winners of the Quranic recitation and quiz competitions at the ongoing Epe Kayokayo festival in Epe, Lagos State, on Saturday, received cash prizes. The competitions were part of events lined up to celebrate the 2023 Epe Kayokayo festival. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now Global – Olu Epe Of … Read more

Epe Kayokayo Coordinator Otunba TJ Abass Announces Plans To Step Down

Kayokayo Festival Organising Committee coordinator, Otunba TJ Abass

Kayokayo Festival is the biggest cultural, religious, and social event in Epe, Lagos. It is celebrated annually, a month after the Eid-El-Kabir (Ileya) festival.  It literally translates to “eating to satisfaction.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the Aremo of Epe Kingdom, Otunba TJ Abass, has announced his plans to step down as the coordinator of … Read more

Keep Hope Alive; Tinubu Will Turn Nigeria’s Economic Fortunes Around Soon – Otunba TJ Abass

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Aremo of Epe Kingdom, Otunba TJ Abass, has implored Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu amid the economic hardship they are experiencing. Otunba Abass spoke on Friday at a press conference for the Epe Kayokayo festival in Epe, Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now … Read more

Kayokayo Festival Keeps Progressing, Now Global – Olu Epe Of Epe

Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr Shefiu Adewale

By Solomon Babawale Kayokayo Festival is the biggest cultural event in Epe, Lagos. It is celebrated annually a month after the Eid-El-Kabir (Ileya) festival. It literally translates to “eating to satisfaction.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the 2023 Kayokayo Festival, on Friday, got off to a flying start. The festival kicked off with a press … Read more

Epe LG Chairman Animashaun Asks FRSC To Install Speed Breakers At Strategic Spots

Epe LG Chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun and Lagos Sector Commander of the FRSC, CC Babatunde Farinloye

Eko Hot Blog reports that Princess Surah Animashaun, the Chairman of Epe Local Government (LG), Lagos State, has called on the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to install speed breakers at strategic spots in the area to forestall accidents. She made the call on Wednesday when an FRSC delegation led by the Lagos Sector Commander, … Read more

Celebrating Philanthropist And Grassroots Political Icon Hon. Olusegun Olulade At 52

Hon. Olusegun Olulade (Eleniyan)

For many politicians, politics is a means to simply enrich themselves and has little to do with helping people who voted them into office. But for some politicians, politics is about empowering the grassroots and making them seen by their government. Hon. Olusegun Olulade, popularly known as Eleniyan (Man of the People), is a member … Read more

Lagos Govt Offers Free Legal Consultation To Epe Community

Lagos justice ministry officials sensitize Epe residents on legal procedures

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Justice on Thursday provided free legal consultation to residents of Epe community and its environs. In her opening remarks, the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary Ministry of Justice, Mrs. Titilayo Shitta-Bey-Jeje ably represented by the Director of Citizens’ Mediation Centre, Mrs. Abiola Oseni, stated that the … Read more

Abass Family Mourns Iyalode Of Epe Kingdom Nimotalai Seriki

Alhaja Nimotalai Adufe Seriki (nee Abass), the Iyalode of Epe Kingdom

Eko Hot Blog reports that Alhaja Nimotalai Adufe Seriki (nee Abass), the Iyalode of Epe Kingdom, is dead. The nonagenarian passed away on Wednesday at the age of 90. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Baale Vanishes Into Thin Air With Family After Shooting Man Dead Over Land Dispute Lagos Task Force Disowns ‘Officers’ Who Extorted 77-Year-Old Man … Read more

Trinidad & Tobago To Establish Trade School For Ilara, Epe Youths – High Commissioner De Landro

High Commissioner of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to Nigeria and newly installed Aare Atunloto of Ilara Kingdom, Mr. Wendell De Landro

By Judith Ukoh Entrepreneurship has emerged as a powerful tool in youth development and economic growth. It provides a viable avenue for these young Nigerians to create jobs, spur innovation, and contribute to the country’s economic development. Incidentally, the young people of Ilara Kingdom in Epe, Lagos State, are set to get much more entrepreneurship … Read more

‘He’s A Non-vindictive Leader’ — Olu Ajetunmobi Hails Onibon After Exit As LASUED DVC

Associate Professor Nosiru Onibon

Eko Hot Blog reports that Olu Ajetunmobi, a staff member of the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), has hailed the immediate past Deputy Vice Chancellor of the institution, Associate Professor Nosiru Onibon. Ass. Prof. Onibon recently bowed out as LASUED DVC after more than a year of service. He had been the Provost of … Read more

Trinidad & Tobago, Ilara Kingdom Sign MoU On Bilateral Relations, Eye Developmental Projects

Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo (Telade IV), the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Epe, and Aare Atunloto of Ilara Kingdom, Wendell De Landro.

By Judith Ukoh Eko Hot Blog reports the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago and Ilara kingdom in Epe, Lagos State, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bilateral relations. This development came after His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo (Telade IV), the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Epe, Lagos state, conferred the honourary … Read more

Pioneer DVC Of LASUED, Onibon, Bows Out Honourably

Associate Professor Nosiru Onibon

Onibon was previously the acting provost of the former Michael Otedola College of Primary Education. He became the substantive provost after one year of acting as the institution’s chief executive. Three years later, he was appointed as the acting vice chancellor of the newly created Lagos University of Education. Eko Hot Blog reports that Associate … Read more

Trinidad & Tobago Ambassador Wendell De Landro To Be Installed As Aare Atunloto Of Ilara Kingdom

Mr. Wendell De Landro, the High Commissioner of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to Nigeria

Eko Hot Blog reports that His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo (Telade IV), the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Epe, Lagos state, is set to confer the honourary chieftaincy title of Aare Atunloto of Ilara Kingdom on Mr. Wendell De Landro. De Landro is the High Commissioner of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago … Read more

‘Your Security Is My Top Priority’ — Epe LG Chairman Assures Residents

Epe LG Chairman, Ms Surah Animashaun

Eko Hot Blog reports that Ms Surah Animashaun, the Chairman of Epe local government, Lagos State, has assured residents of tight security amidst current global security challenges. Animashaun gave the residents assurance during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Epe on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Nigerian Police Officers Need Special Classes In … Read more

Wale Raji Congratulates Basirat Oladipupo On Appointment As LASUSTECH Deputy VC

Eko Hot Blog reports that Wale Raji, the Member of the House of Representatives for Epe Federal Constituency, has congratulated Professor Basirat Oladipupo on her appointment as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) of Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH). Recall that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, appointed Prof. Oladipupo to the position during the … Read more

Professor Basirat Oladipupo: New LASUSTECH Deputy VC And Seasoned Academic

LASUSTECH DVC (Administration), Professor Basirat Olushola Oladipupo

On Thursday, July 6, 2023, the Lagos State Government announced that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had appointed Professor Basirat Olushola Oladipupo as the substantive Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) of the Lagos State University of Science & Technology (LASUSTECH). The government said the appointment was communicated by the Head of Service, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, in a letter dated … Read more