Epe Old Students Celebrate 70th Anniversary with Visit to Older People’s Center

Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Old Students Association, led by its National President, Alhaja Shola Alade Raji, visited the Thani Oladunjoye Older People’s Center in Epe to mark their 70th anniversary.   The group donated medical supplies such as drugs, diapers, and other essential items during the visit, which was part of their efforts to … Read more

FRSC Epe Unit Command Partners with Augustine University on Road Safety

Ekohotblog reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Epe Unit Command, is collaborating with Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, to enhance road safety and reduce accidents in the community through awareness and educational initiatives.   The Acting Unit Commander, Chief Route Commander (CRC) Esther Adewoye, led the FRSC team on a visit to the university, where … Read more

Epe Local Government Plans New Rules for Safety in Ayetoro Market

Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Local Government has proposed new rules to stop roadside trading at Ayetoro Market.   The rules, introduced by Hon. Oluwo Rasheed, the Majority Leader, are aimed at protecting lives and making the market safer and more organized for traders and buyers.   Speaking at the meeting, Hon. Rasheed said, “The … Read more

Epe Division Councillors Extend Support to Ayetoro Market Accident Victims

Ekohotblog reports that Councillors representing Epe Central, Ibeju-Lekki, Lekki, Eredo, and Ikosi-Ejinrin LCDAs have extended their support to victims of the tragic accident at Ayetoro Market on Monday, November 11, 2024.   The incident, involving a Dangote truck loaded with cement that lost control on Paramount Hill, resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, leaving the … Read more

National Youth Council of Nigeria Empowers Epe Youth with Skills Training Program

Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe Branch, has successfully concluded a three-month skills training program, equipping local youth with valuable skills in crafts and fashion design.   The program culminated in an exhibition at the Epe Local Government Secretariat, where trainees showcased their creations, earning praise for their dedication and … Read more

NYCN Epe Urges Community to Stop Electricity Vandalism

Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe Branch, has raised concerns over the increasing problem of electricity vandalism in the community.   This comes after a recent incident where a power cable in Araga-Poka was damaged, causing further power outages in the area.   The council commended local leaders for their … Read more

SSA to Lagos Governor Inspects Epe Job Center, Highlights Challenges, and Proposes Solutions

Ekohotblog reports that the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on Wealth Creation and Employment has started inspecting job and labour exchange centers across Lagos State.   The inspection began with the center at Epe, located in the Epe Local Government Secretariat, Itamarun, Epe.   The SSA was joined by Mrs. Daley-Oladele Senami, an … Read more

EPWA Commiserates With Families of Epe Accident Victims

Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that occurred on the morning of Monday, November 11, 2024, at Aiyetoro Market, Epe, which claimed several lives and left others injured.   In a statement jointly signed by EPWA President Folake Oluyemi and Secretary Kunle-Lawal Oluwatoyin, … Read more

Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja Speaks on Epe’s Challenges

Ekohotblog reports that His Royal Majesty Oba Dr. Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyin and Paramount Ruler of Odo-Noforija Kingdom, has spoken about some of the problems facing Epe and its surrounding areas.   These include a tragic truck accident, damage to electricity infrastructure, house demolitions, and issues with land disputes.   The monarch shared his thoughts … Read more

Epe Local Government Holds Prayer Session For Ayetoro Accident Victims

Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Local Government Secretariat was filled with sorrow and prayers on Thursday, November 14, 2024, as the community gathered to honour the victims of the tragic accident that happened at Ayetoro Market on Monday. Many people, including top officials, traditional rulers, religious leaders, Market Men and Women and residents, attended the … Read more

Hon. Abiodun Tobun Urges Upgrade of Epe Emergency Services, Calls for Truck Park After Ayetoro Accident

Ekohotblog reports that following the tragic accident in Ayetoro, Hon. Abiodun Tobun, representing Epe Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has called on the Lagos State Government to improve emergency services in Epe and establish a truck park to prevent future incidents.   Speaking during a prayer session for the victims, Hon. … Read more

Epe Accident: Alara of Ilara Mourns Victims, Calls for Safety Measures to Prevent Future Tragedies

Epe Accident: Alara of Ilara Mourns Victims, Calls for Safety Measures to Prevent Future Tragedies

Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, has expressed his deep sadness over the tragic accident in Epe on Monday morning, November 11, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the accident, which occurred at Aiyetoro Bus Stop, claimed several lives and left many others with varying degrees of injuries. Reacting to the tragic … Read more

Epe Local Government Chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun, Visits Accident Victims at General Hospital Epe

Ekohotblog reports that the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, visited the General Hospital Epe (GHE) to sympathize with the victims of the tragic accident that occurred on Monday, November 11, 2024.   During the visit, she paid the full medical bills of all the victims and promised to provide more support … Read more

Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom Mourns Lives Lost in Monday’s Tragic Accident

Ekohotblog reports that His Royal Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr) Shefiu Olatunji Adewale (Bamgbopa Eshinlokun I), the Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, has expressed his deep sorrow and sympathy following a tragic accident in Epe on Monday morning, November 11, 2024. The accident, which occurred at Aiyetoro Bus Stop, claimed several lives and left many others injured. … Read more

Epe Accidents: Osinaike Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Aiyetoro Market Tragedy

Ekohotblog reports that following the tragic accident at Aiyetoro Bus Stop on Monday morning, which took the lives of several people and left others injured, Tutor General/Permanent Secretary Olusegun Olawale Osinaike has shared a heartfelt message of sympathy with the Epe community.   The accident, which happened around 8 a.m. on Monday morning, has deeply … Read more

Hon. Abiodun Tobun Reacts to Tragic Epe Accidents, Demands Action

Hon. Abiodun Tobun, Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Epe Constituency I, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accidents that occurred in Epe on Monday, which led to significant loss of lives and injuries.   The first two accidents involved a Dangote truck overloaded with 900 bags of cement, which crashed … Read more

Condolences Pour In After Fatal Accidents Claim Several Lives at Ayetoro Market in Epe

More reactions have continued to pour in following the multiple accidents at Ayetoro Market on Monday, which claimed the lives of several people. EKOT HOT BLOG reports that the tragedy has left the entire town in mourning, with many residents and leaders offering their condolences to the families of the victims. Reacting, Hon. (Mrs.) Saidat … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Mourns Victims of Fatal Truck Accident In Epe

Sanwo-Olu Truck Accident Epe

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in a fatal truck accident in the Aiyetoro area of Epe, Lagos, on Monday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement posted on Facebook on Tuesday, Governor Sanwo-Olu extended his condolences to the families affected by the accident. EDITOR’S PICKS  … Read more

Epe Leaders Commiserate with Families, Victims of Ayetoro Market Accident

Ekohotblog reports that the Chairmen of Epe Federal Constituency—Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun (Epe Local Government), Hon. Monsuru Akinloye (Eredo LCDA), have reacted to the tragic accident at Ayetoro Market, which claimed several lives and left many others injured.   Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, in a statement, expressed deep sadness, saying, “This is a dark … Read more

Rep. Wale Raji Calls for Stricter Rules on Trucks After Fatal Accident in Epe’s Aiyetoro Market

Rep. Wale Raji, who represents Epe Federal Constituency, has called for stricter rules for heavy-duty trucks in Lagos State. His comment comes following a tragic accident at Aiyetoro Market in Epe on Monday, November 11, 2024, that killed several people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the accident involved a cement truck that crashed into the … Read more