Eko hot blog reports that the vibrant town of Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, is abuzz with anticipation as the annual Ọdún Agẹmọ festival is set to begin tomorrow, July 2, 2024. This esteemed cultural celebration honours the revered Alágẹmọ Merindinlogun, the 16 Agẹmọ deities, and highlights the rich cultural heritage of the Ijebu people. The … Read more
The Balogun of Epe Land has hailed the Ojude Oba participants for making the festival a success. Ekohotblog reports that In a heartfelt address, the Balogun of Epe Land, Hon. Tobun Abiodun, expressed his deep appreciation to all participants of the Ojude Oba Festival EDITOR’S PICKS NiMet Forecasts Weekly Thunderstorms: Check Affected Areas FG Initiates … Read more
Epe Indigenes honoured the Olu Epe at the Grand Ojude Oba Festival Eko Hot Blog reports that the historic and culturally rich Ojude Oba festival in Epe was celebrated with grandeur and enthusiasm in the presence of the Olu Epe of Epe Kingdom, Ọba Shefiu Ọlatunji Adéwálé. The event, which drew crowds from far and … Read more
Ẹkọ hot blog reports that In a gesture of goodwill and community support, Senator Tokunbo Abiru has distributed food packages to residents of the Epe community in Lagos State as part of his ongoing efforts to support his constituents during the Ileya festival, also known as Eid-el-Kabir. EDITOR’S PICK Borno Stands Alone Against State Police, … Read more
Boat Regatta is a festival celebrated in the riverine areas of Nigeria, including Lagos and the Niger Delta Region. The festival is always staged when the water level is high and during the rainy season to ensure that boats can float with the high wave of the water. This year’s edition in Lagos does not … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incumbent Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has declared that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will turn tomorrow’s off-cycle governorship election into a festive occasion. Governor Bello stated this while appealing to all stakeholders involved in the polls to maintain peace and orderliness. EDITOR’S PICKS Imo LP Candidate … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a masquerader performing in a traditional festival has killed one of his spectators in Rivers State. It was gathered the incident happened at Abam Community in Okirika Local Government Area. EDITOR’S PICKS You Are Not Competent To Criticise Tinubu’s Reforms’ – APC Slams Bakare Gunmen Invade, Set Ablaze Palace … Read more
Kayokayo is one of the most iconic festivals celebrated in Epe. It is usually celebrated within one month of a new Islamic calendar year. The festival also commemorates the grand entry of Oba Kosoko in 1851 when he came with his followers to Epe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Epe Kayokayo Festival Planning Committee … Read more
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
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
By Babatunde Kaka Wale Raji has called on members of the APC in his consituency to enbrace peace as he commissions the Modern ‘Etufu,’ at the 2022 Epe Kayokayo festival. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the lawmaker representing Epe Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon Wale Raji, has urged members of the … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka Epe Kayokayo festival, the biggest cultural festival in the Epe division of Lagos State will be taking place this August EKO HOT BLOG reports that all plans have been concluded to host the biggest cultural festival in the Epe Division of Lagos State, the Epe Kayokayo festival. The iconic festival … Read more
Lagos to host biggest NAFEST ever – Sanwo-Olu …NAFEST 2022 the best of its kind in the history of the festival given its track record EDITOR’S PICK Obi Reacts To Tinubu’s Labourers’ Comment, Says ‘There’s Dignity In Labour’ BREAKING: IGP Bans Use Of Spy Number Plates Nationwide [See Why] Tinubu/Shettima: 3 Top APC Members Who … Read more
Gov. Sanwo-Olu and Whitemoney have cooked at Lagos Food Festival. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the winner of the 2021 edition of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show, Hazel Oyeye Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney, on Sunday cooked at Lagos State Food Festival. This online media reports … Read more
While festivals are not new to Nigeria, the most popular ones lure tourists from around the world on a visit to the country annually. From the Eyo Festival to riverine ceremonies, there is a variety of events that showcase the religious history, music, art indigenous folklore, and cultural heritage of the nation. EKO HOT BLOG presents these festivals … Read more
There are curse myriads of festivals celebrated all over the globe annually, but who would have thought that people would risk their lives all in the name of celebrating the festival?. There are records of wild celebrations and scenarios whereby participants went overboard, but nothing in comparison to some festivals where the watchword itself is … Read more
Festival Organisers of the annual Aké Arts and Book Festival say the 2020 edition of the literary fiesta with the theme ‘Africa Time’ will be held virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Lola Shoneyin Director and Founder of the festival disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. According to the organisers, the festival is scheduled … Read more