Friends, Family, Associates Honour Hon. Wastab In Grand 70th Birthday Celebration

The celebrant, Alhaji Odeyemi and his family at the reception for his 70th birthday celebration

For many people, their birthdays are a time to reflect on how far they’ve come in their pursuits. Having to celebrate their special day with their friends and family makes the occasion even grander and happier. This is the case for Alhaji Wasiu Ayodele Odeyemi, better known as Hon. Wastab. The former Commissioner II of … Read more

What Aare Adetola Emmanuel King Said About Plans To Make Epe A Metropolitan City

Aare Adetola Emmanuel King

EkoHotBlog reports that the GMD Adron Homes and Properties, Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, who represented His Excellency, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State as Chairman of the annual Ojude-Oba Epe cultural festival admonished Epe indigenes on the prospects of Epe becoming a Metropolitan city years to come. The Prince of Epe who hails from … Read more

‘Blindness Not A Limitation’ — Otunba Abass Hails Students Of Bethesda Home For The Blind

Eko Hot Blog Publisher, Otunba TJ Abass

By Judith Ukoh The Publisher of Eko Hot Blog, Otunba T.J Abass, has described blindness as a disability and not a limitation in reaction to students of Bethesda Home for the Blind not allowing their disability to limit them. Otunba Abbas made the assertion at the 14th Annual interdenominational prayer for peace, progress and development … Read more

Wasiu Ayinde Dazzles Crowd At Ojude Oba Epe Festival 2023

Wasiu Ayinde dazzled the crowd at the Ojude Oba Epe 2023

By Judith Ukoh The Ojude Oba festival is an annual festival peculiar to people of faith in Southwest Nigeria. It is usually celebrated on the 2nd or 3rd day of the Eid-el-Kabir festivities. Ojude Oba literally translates to “The frontage of the King”.  The festival gives the indigenes of a community, who come from far … Read more

Prayer, Food, Music As Odo-Noforija Indigenes Storm Aladeshoyin Palace For Ojude Oba Festival

Oba Babatunde Olaogun Ogunlaja (JP) Kalejaiye II, the Aladeshoyin and paramount leader of Odo-Noforija Kingdom at the Ojude Oba festival on Thursday, June 29, 2023

By Judith Ukoh The Ojude Oba festival is an annual festival peculiar to people of faith in Southwest Nigeria. It is usually celebrated on the 2nd or 3rd day of the Eid-el-Kabir Festivities. Ojude Oba literally translates to “The frontage of the King”. It gives the indigenes of a community, who come from far and … Read more

Eid-el-Kabir: Students Of Bethseda School For The Blind Celebrate With A Touch Of Kindness From Wale Raji 

Muslims observe Eid-el-Kabir annually to celebrate Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his only son in submission to Allah’s command. The faithful celebrate by participating in prayers, engaging in acts of charity, and sharing the joyous occasion with family and friends. The 2023 Eid-el-Kabir was celebrated on Wednesday, June 28. Eko Hot Blog reports that it … Read more

Ilara Community Sparkles With Joy As Oba Ogunsanwo Unveils Donated Classrooms, Library

By Judith Ukoh The Ilara Model Primary School is the recipient of the donation. The project was facilitated by the Rotary Club of Lagos and supported by the Bank of Industry (BoI), Bowen College, and Address Homes Limited. The Ilara traditional ruler said the project aligns with his primary goal to improve the quality of … Read more

Epe Senior Citizens Shower Prayers On Wale Raji As Lawmaker Shares Cash Gifts For Sallah

An elderly woman in Epe collects her cash gift from members of Rep. Wale Raji's team

Eko Hot Blog reports that elders in Epe, Lagos State, are guaranteed to spend their Eid-el-Kabir celebration in joy and happiness, thanks to the benevolent cash gifts from Rep. Wale Raji, the lawmaker representing Epe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. The Eid-el-Kabir festival, celebrated by the Muslim faithful across, Epe, Lagos State, Nigeria, … Read more

Eid-el-Kabir: Club Seventies Epe President Hassan Adelaja Greets Epe Division Traditional Rulers, Indigenes

President of Club Seventies Epe, MD Hassan Adelaja

Muslims observe Eid-el-Kabir annually to celebrate Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his only son in submission to Allah’s command. The faithful celebrate by participating in prayers, engaging in acts of charity, and sharing the joyous occasion with family and friends. The 2023 Eid-el-Kabir will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 28. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more

Rotary Club Of Lagos To Commission Six Classrooms, BoI-funded Library At Ilara Model School In Epe

The Rotary Club of Lagos facilitated the construction of six classrooms at the Ilara Model Primary School in Epe. The Bank of Industry (BoI) provided the funding for equipping a library at the school. The Rotary club is set to commission the projects. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Rotary Club of Lagos has announced … Read more

Abbas Appoints Epe Lawmaker Wale Raji As House Of Reps Welfare Committee Chair

Epe federal lawmaker, Wale Raji

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, has appointed Rep. Wale Raji of the Epe Federal Constituency, Lagos State, as the Chairman of the House Welfare Committee. The speaker made the announcement on Thursday in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu Appoints Dele Alake, Wale Edun, Ribadu, Others As … Read more

Akinwunmi Ambode: 60 Garlands For A Seasoned & Transformative Administrator

Ambode's chef Former Governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode

Akinwunmi Ambode left office as the governor of Lagos State four years ago, leaving behind an enduring legacy of transformational growth and development. He turns 60 today, June 14, 2023, and he deserves to be celebrated by all lovers of good and citizen-friendly governance. He is in the exclusive club of leaders who made transformational … Read more

Lagos Moves To Enhance Supply Of Wholesome Beef As Sanwo-Olu Approves 750Ha Cattle Feedlot In Epe

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has said strategic plans are being developed and implemented to bridge the annual 1.380 million deficit in red meat consumption as part of measures to boost food security across the state and also enhance the supply of wholesome beef in Lagos. According to a statement issued … Read more

PHOTOS: Sanwo-Olu Presents Staff Of Office To Oba Sulaiman Of Odomola, Three Other Epe Division Monarchs

His Royal Majesty, Oba Adebowale Adeshina Sulaiman, the Omola of Odomola with his staff of office

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has presented instruments of appointment and staff of office to four monarchs in the Epe Division. The state government made the disclosure in a social media post on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS   Senate Approves Tinubu’s Appointment Of 20 Special Advisers NLC Suspends Planned Strike Over Fuel … Read more

INTERVIEW: Why I Am Running For Speaker Of Lagos Assembly – Hon. Tobun

Tobun

By Judith Ukoh As a new democratic dispensation begins in Nigeria, other levels of government should experience the same change. That is the disposition of Honourable Abiodun Tobun, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Epe Constituency 1. EDITOR’S PICKS Akpabio Woos Labour Party, NNPP As Senate Presidential Candidate Campaign Heats Up … Read more

Epe-Berger Bridge: A Ticking Time Bomb Crying Out For Quick Government Intervention

Epe

The Epe-Berger bridge is a vital infrastructure that aids economic activities and connects Epe residents to the rest of Lagos State. For decades, this bridge has greatly served the people of Epe and outsiders but its glory days are over due to lingering neglect by relevant authorities. EDITOR’S PICKS   ‘I Stand Ready To Dedicate My … Read more

Alhaji Tolani Abass: Still Going Strong At 83

Alhaji Tolani Abass

Alhaji Tolani Abass turns 83 today, May 28, 2023. His is a story of inspiration, perseverance, ingenuity, trustworthiness, hard work, and success. Today, many youths want to take shortcuts to short-lived success. But inspiring stories like that of Alhaji Abass remind us that hard work breeds lasting success and there is no shortcut to enjoying … Read more

PHOTOS: Robotic Competition Holds In Epe Division Ahead Of Sanwo-Olu’s Second Term Inauguration

Eko Hot Blog reports that young people, including students, in the Epe Division of Lagos State, on Sunday, displayed their scientific skills with a robotic competition. The competition was part of a slate of events designed to celebrate the second term inauguration of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. EDITOR’S PICKS   INSIGHT: Nigerians Are On The … Read more

‘A Mentor & Leader Worthy Of Emulation’ — Lagos Govt Hails Seriki Bamu On Birthday

Seriki Bamu is the APC leader in Epe Division. He is also a member of the influential Lagos GAC. The octogenarian added another year to his many years on earth on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Executive Council has felicitated with Alhaji Shakiru Akanni Seriki, popularly known as … Read more

Abiru, Wale Raji, Akogun Anomo, Others Pay Glowing Tributes To Seriki Bamu On Birthday

Seriki Bamu is the APC leader in Epe Division. He is also a member of the influential Lagos GAC. The octogenarian added another year to his many years on earth on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that political leaders in Epe, Lagos East, and the entire Lagos State have celebrated Alhaji Shakiru … Read more