Fire Destroys Goods Worth Millions in Ajah Market, Lagos

A devastating fire broke out on Sunday evening at Ajah Market, near Alesh Bus Stop in Lagos State’s Lekki area, destroying goods and items worth millions of naira. The fire reportedly started around 9 p.m., engulfing multiple shops and stores stocked with highly combustible materials. EDITOR’S PICKS  ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ After Knockout Loss … Read more

A Pillar Of Epe Community – EPWA Mourns Loss Of Abdulrahman Lekki

EPWA Abdulrahman Lekki

The Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of Mr. Abdulrahman Lekki, who succumbed to the cold hand of death. In a statement signed by the Board of Trustees and the Executive Committee, EPWA conveyed its heartfelt condolences to the Lekki family during this challenging time. Mr. Lekki was … Read more

Fresh Facts Emerge on Why Tinubu Dismissed Mamman, Uju, Others

Fresh details have emerged regarding the dismissal of five ministers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, highlighting the specific factors that led to their removal. The former ministers—Prof. Tahir Mamman (SAN), Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Lola Ade-John, and Abdullahi Muhammad Gwarzo—were dismissed on Wednesday in what the presidency described as a move to … Read more

Commuters Escape Death as Newly Constructed Pedestrian Bridge Collapses in Lagos

A newly constructed pedestrian bridge has partially collapsed at the Five Stars Bus Stop, heading towards Iyana-Isolo along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos. Eyewitnesses told Vanguard that the incident occurred early Thursday morning around 6:30 am. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) promptly intervened to address the situation. Upon LASEMA’s arrival, part of the … Read more

LASEPA Shuts Down Over 352 Churches, Mosques, Others in Lagos

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) announced yesterday that over 352 facilities, including churches and mosques, have been shut down across various areas of the state in the past year due to noise pollution and other environmental violations. During a press briefing in Ikeja, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, the General Manager of LASEPA, expressed concern … Read more

Lagos Parents Protest 186% Boarding Fee Hike, Demand Immediate Reversal

Parents of boarding students at Eva Adelaja Girls Grammar School in Bariga, Lagos, staged a protest on Sunday against the Lagos State government’s decision to increase boarding fees from N35,000 to N100,000. The demonstrators, who assembled in large numbers, chanted slogans and called for an immediate reversal of the fee hike. They made it clear … Read more

Alaafia Eko: Locations, Services, What to Expect from Lagos Free Medical Outreach

The Lagos State Government has announced the return of its free medical outreach, ‘Alaafia Eko,’ starting on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this initiative will take place at 12 designated centers across the six health districts and aims to offer healthcare services to over 50,000 residents. Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, Special … Read more

Lagos Free Medical Outreach ‘Alaafia Eko’ Returns on August 20

The Lagos State Government has announced the return of its free medical outreach, ‘Alaafia Eko,’ scheduled to start on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. The outreach will be held at 12 designated centers across the six health districts, aiming to provide healthcare services to over 50,000 residents. Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, the Special Adviser to the … Read more

VIDEO: Angry Lagos Residents Vandalise MTN Office Over Mass Disconnection

File photo: Angry crowd in front of an MTN office after a mass disconnection of SIM cards (Photo: Punch)

Angry Lagos residents vandalised an MTN office over mass disconnection. Eko Hot Blog reports that a mob of angry MTN subscribers besieged the telecommunications company’s office in the FESTAC Town area of Lagos State on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Govt Recognises, Respects Citizens’ Right To Protest – Sanwo-Olu Lekki-Epe Corridor: Lagos Suspends E-call-up System – … Read more

2024 Kayokayo Festival: Olawale Balogun Praises Olu Epe For Leadership

Olawale Balogun praised the Olu-Epe for his leadership in Kayokayo Festival Eko Hot Blog reports that Mr. Olawale Balogun, a Canada-based Epe expatriate, who recently returned home for the Epe Kayokayo celebration, has praised Ọba Shefiu Ọlatunji Adewale, the Olu-Epe of Epe, for his leadership and active participation in the event. Mr. Balogun gave the … Read more

2024 Kayokayo Festival: How Special Jumat Service Unfolded In Epe

Royal Fathers and Dignitaries Gather for Kayokayo Festival Jumat Service in Epe

Eko Hot Blog reports that the 2024 Kayokayo Festival featured a significant and spiritually enriching Jumat service held at the First Epe Central Mosque, Oke Balogun in Epe, Lagos State. The service was graced by an array of royal fathers and dignitaries, marking a moment of unity and reverence within the community. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos … Read more

Maintain Peace And Tradition, Elejinrin Of Ejinrin Urges Epe Community At Kayokayo Festival

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Elejinrin of Ejinrin Kingdom, Ọba Babatunde Balogun, has emphasized the importance of maintaining peace to ensure the continuity of the rich cultural heritage of the Epe community of Lagos State. At the 2024 Kayokayo Festival celebrating the community’s traditions, Ọba Balogun called upon all members of the Epe community … Read more

Kayokayo Festival: Olu Epe Hosts Monarchs, Dignitaries, Others At Ogunmodede Club

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a grand celebration following the special Jumat service on Friday, the Olu Epe led a royal procession to Ogunmodede Club Epe, where he welcomed monarchs, dignitaries, and the Epe community. The event, held to commemorate the annual Kayokayo Festival, saw attendees gather to enjoy the festivities and honor the … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Other Lagos Officials Present Areas Of Opportunities To Potential Investors

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, addressing potential investors at the third edition of Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 3.0) in Lagos on Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Sanwo-Olu and other Lagos officials presented areas of opportunities to potential investors. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, led a new push for an aggressive investment inflow to boost Lagos State’s economic growth. EDITOR’S PICKS Tunji Alausa, NAFDAC DG, NBMA DG Promise Action On Genetically Modified Foods Why We … Read more

LAWMA, LASPARK’s Top Officials Clean Up Defaced Sura Underbridge Playground (PHOTOS)

LAWMA and LASPARK officials cleaning up Sura underbridge playground

LAWMA, LASPARK’s top officials cleaned up the Sura underbridge playground. Eko Hot Blog reports that key leaders from the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK), on Saturday, gathered to clean up the defaced Sura underbridge playground on Lagos Island, Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Lagos Police Officer Involved In Drone … Read more

2025 Budget: Lagos Sets Date For Consultative Forum Where Residents Make Requests

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, presenting the 2024 budget to the House of Assembly

Lagos has set a date for its 2025 budget consultative forum where residents can make requests. Eko Hot Blog reports that the administration of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to commence town hall meetings to engage residents in the formulation of the 2025 budget. In a statement announcing the move on Friday, the … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Kitted In NYSC Uniform, Makes Big Promises To Corps Members

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu with NYSC member

Sanwo-Olu was kitted in an NYSC uniform, splashing cash on corps members. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has given N100,000 cash gift to each of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members passing out from the orientation in the Batch ‘B’ Stream 1. EDITOR’S PICKS How Lagos Can Reap Economic, … Read more

Wale Raji’s Constituency Project: New Health Centre Opens In Iraye-Oke

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Iraye-Oke Primary Health Centre, facilitated by Hon. Wale Raji of Epe Federal Constituency, has been officially opened. Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, the Eredo LCDA Chairman, attended the ceremony, praising Raji for his initiative in providing free medical outreach. This new centre significantly improves access to essential healthcare services for … Read more

Danfo Buses Evicted From Lekki-Epe Corridor, Supplanted By BRI

File photo of a danfo buse

Danfo buses are set to be taken off the Lekki-Epe corridor. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced steps to enhance its public transportation system with the launch of the Bus Reform Initiative (BRI). EDITOR’S PICKS Why Lagos May Reinstate Monthly Environmental Sanitation  Gunman Shoots At Ex-US President Trump In Daring … Read more

Why Lagos May Reactivate Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the community-based environmental sanitation awareness programme

Sanwo-Olu has explained Why Lagos may reinstate monthly environmental sanitation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has dropped a hint at the possibility of the return of monthly environmental sanitation to Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS No Place For Danfo Buses On Lekki-Epe Corridor Anymore. Here’s What Will Replace Them Gunman Shoots … Read more