Lagos Orders Bakery Workers to Serve Community Service for Stealing Bread The employer initially insisted the workers should be charged in court, but the case was reviewed The Ministry noted that the resolution reflects its reforms aimed at encouraging accountability The Lagos State Government has directed two bakery workers to serve two weeks of community … Read more
Hon. Akinloye reaffirmed Baale Anwoju’s recognition as the authentic head of Iraye-Oke. The Chairman pledged continuous support for Iraye-Oke’s development aspirations. The Baale assured that the community remains united behind Hon. Akinloye’s leadership. Earlier today, the Executive Chairman of Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, paid a courtesy visit to the … Read more
Lagos launches state-wide education needs assessment Six-week exercise to guide infrastructure Over 200 assessors deployed The Lagos State Government has officially launched a major needs assessment project aimed at generating reliable data to improve the quality of basic education and inform policy reforms. The initiative targets 1,238 public primary schools, vocational centers, and local government … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Renews Commitment to Women’s Empowerment Drive Onigbanjo appreciated Sanwo-Olu for his consistent support of the ministry’s empowerment efforts Dr Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, explained that the programme aligns with the state’s vision of building an inclusive economy Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has restated his administration’s commitment to economic empowerment, with a focus on … Read more
Stop Giving Money To Street Tout – Lagos Govt Warns Celebrities, Influencers. Wahab urges celebrities, influencers, residents to stop encouraging street miscreants. Government promises enforcement to curb harassment on Lekki-Epe Expressway. The Lagos State Government has cautioned celebrities, influencers, and residents against giving money to street touts, warning that the practice fuels insecurity and lawlessness. … Read more
Lagos Targets Global Spotlight with 101-Day Tourism, Entertainment Initiative The festival will run from 26 September 2025 to 4 January 2026 The initiative is designed to promote Lagos as Africa’s cultural and tourism hub The Lagos State Government has unveiled a 101-day tourism and entertainment initiative aimed at revitalising the state’s hospitality, creative, and sports … Read more
Lagos Govt to Resume Ogudu–Ifako Bridge Repairs Unveils New Diversion Strategy Osiyemi urged motorists to cooperate with traffic officers The Lagos State Government has announced that repair work on the Ogudu–Ifako Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area will resume on Wednesday, 3 September, following a review of traffic management strategies. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Stop Giving Cash to Street Boys Commissioner Says Residents Encourage Lawlessness Giving Money to Beggars Fuels Insecurity The Lagos State Government has warned residents, celebrities, and social media influencers to stop giving money to street miscreants. According to the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, this action fuels insecurity and creates environmental … Read more
The Aladeshonyin and Paramount Ruler of Odo-Noforija Kingdom, Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja (JP), has urged the Lagos State Government to decentralize its audit exercise processes to protect public servants from unnecessary risks. Ekohotblog reports that this follows the tragic death of Mr. Adeyeye, a teacher in Epe, who lost his life in a road accident while … Read more
Lagos State Government meets the 88 RRI Candidates Nigerian Army acknowledges Lagos State Government efforts in Indigenous participation in the Military Candidates of the 88 RRI delight the Lagos State Government and delegates with a sleek parade and gyration The Nigerian Army Cantonment in Ikeja Lagos, in collaboration with the Lagos State Government, hosted a … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, in partnership with the Lagos State Task Force, has flagged off a one-week-long raid to curb the activities of beggars, miscreants and other social vices across the state. It was gathered that the move which was in response to public outcry, is to rid the streets … Read more
Operatives of the Lagos State Environmental Taskforce have apprehended 27 persons for alleged unlawful act of street begging. Mr Tokunbo Wahab, the State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, confirmed this in a post he shared on his X handle @tokunbo_wahab on Wednesday. Wahab said that the agency carried out the operation on Tuesday. “The … Read more
The Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State has presented N14.2 billion 2025 budget to its legislative arm. Mr Ganiyu Egunjobi, Executive Chairman of the local government while addressing the legislative arm of the council, said the budget was 48 per cent above the 2024 approved appropriation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the budget was … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will host the 18th annual Lagos State Town Hall Meeting on Security, a key summit designed to address security challenges and solutions in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, announced in a statement on Wednesday that the event, themed “Data & … Read more
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says Idumota underbridge market at Ebute Ero area has been gutted by fire. The agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. Oke-Osanyintolu said LASEMA received a distress call at about 22.20hrs. “Following distress calls via the 767 and 112 toll-free … Read more
The Lagos State Task force has dismissed two of its personnel, Fatai Yusuf and Hammed Garuba amid their involvement in theft during a recent raid. This is contained in a statement by the spokesperson for the task force, Mr Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, on Friday in Lagos. Gbadeyan said that the officials stole phones during the operation … Read more
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, and other emergency services have rescued a Toyota Camry driver from under a 40ft container. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said this in a statement on Monday, in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church … Read more
A Lagos State Taskforce has impounded 128 commercial motorcycles popularly known as “Okada”, for operating illegally in some parts of the state. The Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this in a statement, signed by the Director of Press and Public Affairs, Mr Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, on Sunday in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia … Read more
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State says maintaining peace and unity was crucial for the economic and social development of the state. Sanwo-Olumade stated this on Sunday joining the global community in commemorating the 2024 International Day for Tolerance with a renewed call for peace, inclusivity, and unity. This is contained in a statement on … Read more
The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has effectively swore in Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as the news chair for Onigbongbo LCDA following the passing of its substantive chair, Late Hon. Oladotun Olakunle. Sanwo-olu made this development known on his officcial X account on Monday, November 11, 2024 by making a public … Read more