On this day, May 20, 2023, 31 years ago, a grassroots political mobiliser was born. Giwa Murtala Omotola-Moore has grown from strength to strength, learning under great political minds, including Senator Adetokunbo Abiru, the lawmaker representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly. EDITOR’S PICKS INSIGHT: Nigerians Are On The Brink Of A Tinubu … Read more
The Epe community gathered to unveil the Eebi festival and celebrate the annual Kilajolu masquerade in the 2-day event of May 10th and 11th, 2023. In a symbolic act, the Kilajolu masquerade lightly struck the Oba with its cane, signifying respect and honour. The Epe Annual Kilajolu Masquerade Ceremony not only showcased the rich cultural … Read more
The Eebi festival of Epe, once again brought the community into center stage once more. The festival brought this time even the Ijebu community who joined in the celebrations held in Epe. One of the highlights of the Eebi festival was the Kilajolu ceremony, a tradition unique to Epe that embodies the rich cultural heritage … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Lagos State, Engr. Omotayo Bamgbose-Martins has urged Town Planners with the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) to continue to work hand-in-hand with other relevant professionals in the built sector in implementing Physical Planning, Urban Development and Urban renewal policies and … Read more
Oba Ogunlaja was recently in the United Kingdom to promote his kingdom’s culture. He was accompanied by a monarch, a chief, and some others on the trip. The event also provided a platform for the monarchs to bring investment opportunities to their communities. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, Paramount Ruler of Noforija … Read more
Alhaji Alade Saliu-Okulu is the Baameto of Epe Kingdom. He clocked 72 today, May 8, 2023. Many have celebrated the Epe chief on his special day. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Epe Kayo-Kayo festival planning committee has celebrated the Baameto of Epe Kingdom, Lagos, Alhaji Alade Saliu-Okulu, on his 72nd birthday. In a statement … Read more
The Lagos-Ibadan expressway is notorious for traffic gridlock. The FRSC said it got worse on Sunday after a loaded tanker crashed in the morning. The, corps, therefore provided alternative routes to motorists. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has advised motorists to use alternative routes as the gridlock on the … Read more
Birthdays are special days to reflect upon how far one has come and set new goals for the future. They are also unique days to celebrate people who have positively contributed to our society. Mrs. Olayinka Saidat Oladunjoye, an attorney, is one of those people. Besides enjoying numerous achievements in her personal life, she has … Read more
The Lekki-Epe Free Trade Zone corridor, like other ports, is notorious for traffic congestion. However, the Lagos government has taken a significant step in fixing the problem by adopting the e-call up system. The system ensures that the access of articulated trucks to the corridor is controlled. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government … Read more
Alhaja Nimotallahi passed away on April 29. She was a prominent member of the Epe community. Rep. Raji has joined several people, who knew her, in mourning her passing. Eko Hot Blog reports that Wale Raji, the member of House of Representatives, Epe Federal Constituency, has mourned the passing of Alhaja Uthman Nimotallahi Ejide. She … Read more
Alhaja Nimotallahi passed away on April 29. She was a prominent member of the Epe community. She has been mourned by several people who knew her. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Epe Kayo-Kayo Festival Planning Committee led by its coordinator, Otunba T. J. Abass, has mourned the passing of Alhaja Uthman Nimotallahi Ejide. She … Read more
Alumni of Army Children High School held an event to honour the committed efforts of their former teachers. The special event was held on Saturday, 22nd of April, 2023. As a way of giving back to the school, the Alumni presented awards and various other gift items. In a world where the spotlight is often … Read more
A High School reunion couldn’t get any better than what Army Children High School alumni brought to Epe. Army Children High School class of 1994/1995 converged on the 22nd of April 2023 to celebrate their reunion. Eko Hot Blog was on hand to interview a few of the teachers and alumni at the occasion. Former … Read more
Tobun clocked 60 years old on April 25, 2023. The Epe lawmaker chose to celebrate his milestone in a unique way. The politician went to the seniors’ home to celebrate the occasion. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Mustain Abiodun Tobun, the member representing Epe Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, took … Read more
While it is true that the proverbial 20 children cannot play together for 20 years, nothing stops them from reuniting decades after parting ways. That was the case of the 1994/95 Alumni of Army Children High School, Epe, who recently reunited and shared a good time together. Besides reuniting with themselves, the alumni also saw … Read more
Hon. Tobun clocked 60 today, April 25. The Lagos East senator has sent a congratulatory message to his fellow lawmaker. Both lawmakers are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has congratulated Hon. Mustainu Abiodun Tobun, Lagos … Read more
On March 18, 2023, Hon. Mustainu Abiodun Tobun was reelected to represent Epe State Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly. Hon. Tobun, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), polled a whopping 14,799 votes to defeat his nearest challenger, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who polled 1,630 votes. … Read more
Prof. Okubena-Dipeolu passed away on Tuesday, April 18. She was a professor of Soil Science in the Faculty of Agriculture at the Lagos State University. The late academic held several positions at the university. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Vice Chancellor of the Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has mourned the death … Read more
Prof. Okubena-Dipeolu passed away on Tuesday, April 18. She was a professor of Soil Science in the Faculty of Agriculture at the Lagos State University. The late academic was a strong member of the Epe Community. Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba T. J. Abass, the Publisher of Eko Hot Blog, has mourned the demise … Read more
On Monday morning, traffic was diverted to ease gridlock at the T-junction, Epe, inward Ketu Ejirin. The diversion was triggered by a PMS-laden tanker falling on its side. Men of the of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service subsequently extinguished the resulting fire. Eko Hot Blog reports that a tanker conveying Petroleum Motor Spirit … Read more