Yahaya Bello Dissolves Cabinet

As part of programme to wrap up his first in office, Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has vacated his cabinet. This was disclosed by Bello when he addressed a press briefing in the Government House, Lokoja on Wednesday night. He explained that the dissolution takes immediate effect as he has directed his former cabinet members … Read more

Defection: Ex-Minister, Son Say They Are Happy To Be Part Of The APC

Following the early announcement of his exit from PDP, the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), received a former Minister of Works, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, his son Moyosore and others who defected. Speaking at the event, the Chairman of APC in the state, Mr. Tunde Balogun said the defection to the ruling … Read more

Impeachment: Vladimir Putin Says It Is Not Over Yet

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said the impeachment of Donald Trump was based on “made-up” grounds, adding he did not believe it marked the end of the US president. “It still needs to go through the Senate, where the Republicans have a majority,” Putin said after the House of Representatives voted to impeach Trump … Read more

Landlord Drags APC To Court Over Two Year Rent

A landlord, Mr. Victor Kanaychukwu Ani, has sued the Udi Local Government Area of Enugu state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the failure to pay over two years rent. The case with suit No. MUD\85\2019 was filed at the Magistrate Court 2, Udi, presided by Ngozi Oruraa, yesterday, by the landlord’s lawyer, … Read more

Driver Escapes Arrest By Sanwo-Olu Convoy

Mother luck ran out against a Danfo driver today at the popular Ebute-Ero bridge, in Lagos as governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu sighted the vehicle from afar stopped his convoy to personally arrest the driver. But the driver upon seeing the governor abandoned his bus and ran for safety. Sanwo-Olu had several occasions has stated that his … Read more

Sanwo-Olu To Empower 2000 Lagosians

In line with the T.H.E.M.E.S agenda of the Lagos State Government administration, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu through a social welfare intervention programme, is set to empower over 2000 Lagosians with grants to trade and grow their businesses gradually. Disclosing this is the Special Adviser to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Princess Aderemi Adebowale while unveiling the … Read more

Major Nigerian Headlines For Today Thursday, December 19th, 2019

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Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Thursday, December 19th, 2019 1. BREAKING: Donald Trump Impeached The President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, has been impeached from the oval office by majority of the lawmakers for abuse of power. READ MORE 2. LASG Remains Committed To Providing Clean, … Read more

NIJ Matriculates 342 Students, Cautions New Intakes Against Anti-Social Behaviour

The Nigerian Institute of Journalism, NIJ, Ogba, has urged its students to shun anti-social behavior likely to affect their sojourn in the school. The Provost of the institution, Mr Gbemiga Ogunleye gave the advice at the 17th matriculation ceremony which took place in the institution’s hall December 18, 2019. He reminded the matriculating students of … Read more

LASEPA Warns Against Noise Pollution During Yuletide

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General Manager of the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, Dr Dolapo Fasawe has warned residents of the State to remain cautious and selfless while celebrating the yuletide to avoid disturbing neighbours. The Agency also announced the reopening of 26 facilities due to their compliance with the environmental laws guiding their operations. Read Also: Lagos … Read more

Lagos Begins Payment To Beneficiaries Of 2017/18 Bursary

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The Executive Secretary, Lagos State Scholarship Board, Dr. Biodun Onayele have disclosed that beneficiaries of the 2017/2018 State bursary have started receiving payment of their bursary. Onayele made this disclosure on Wednesday, 18th December 2019 while addressing newsmen in his office. He also appealed to other categories of beneficiaries yet to get their bank alert … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Reacts To Supreme Court Verdict

Sanwo-Olu Hails Abiru, Saheed By-Election Victory

Lagos State Governor, Babjide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday expressed joy at the Supreme Court verdict, which affirmed him as the duly elected Governor of the State, saying that the victory is for the people of Lagos. He said the judicial affirmation of his election victory will further reinforce his desire to vigorously pursue his vision of … Read more

EFCC Docks Man For N1.5m Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Lagos Zonal office, on Wednesday, December 18, 2019, arraigned one Gbenga Kolade before Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos on a five-count charge. Read Also: Supreme Court Upholds Election Of Babajide Sanwo-Olu His charged border on forgery, use of false document and … Read more

Lagos Declares War On Illegal Structures, Squatters

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In order to sustain the dislodgement of squatters and illegal structures, the State Government has deployed not less than 60 operatives of the three enforcement agencies of the State to various points along Onikan and Outer Marina. The latest move was possible through the synergy between the operatives of Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (KAI), Lagos … Read more

CoS Rallies Support For Sanwo-Olu’s Administration

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The Chief of Staff to the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Tayo Ayinde has craved for the support of all heads of government-owned agencies and parastatals in the State towards the realization of the vision of the current administration. Ayinde made the plea at the commencement of a two-day workshop organized for the Chief Executives of … Read more

Malawi Experiences Blackout

A collision has grown between two major power producers in Malawi, Egenco and  Escom are on a collision course after the latter announced prolonged power blackouts just hours after Egenco said loadshedding was now over. For a week, people have been experienced prolonged power black-outs in some instances of more than eight hours a day. … Read more

Impeachment: “Say A Prayer For Me, I Did Nothing Wrong” -Trump Claims

United States President, Donald Trump, has said that he nothing wrong to deserve the impeachment proceedings against him. In a tweet on Wednesday, he said, “Can you believe that I will be impeached today by the radical left, do nothing Democrats, and I did nothing wrong! A terrible thing. “This should never happen to another … Read more

Cannabis Now Legalized In Zambia For Medicinal Purpose

Zambia has legalised the production and export of cannabis for economic and medicinal purposes. The approval for the export of cannabis was granted at a special cabinet meeting, spokesperson for the government, Dora Siliya, said in a statement, SABC reports. Read Also: Lawmaker, Shina Peller Steps Down As Manager Of Quilox Night Club It was … Read more

Lawmaker, Shina Peller Steps Down As Manager Of Quilox Night Club

Shina Peller, owner of Quilox night club has revealed that he has resigned from the management of the club since he became a member of the House of Representatives. The lawmaker revealed this while speaking on a motion to prevent sales of alcohol to underage. Read Also: Supreme Court Upholds Election Of Babajide Sanwo-Olu Chinedu … Read more

Mercy Johnson To Become A Mother Of Four Soon

Popular Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson Okojie is expecting her fourth child with her husband, Prince Odianosen Okojie. The excited mother-of-four-to-be took to her Instagram page to break the good news to her followers. According to her, she had always wanted to have 4 kids but after 3 wonderful kids, she thought she had retired. Only … Read more

Supreme Court Upholds Election Of Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Sanwo-Olu Hails Abiru, Saheed By-Election Victory

The Supreme Court has on Wednesday affirmed Babajide Sanwo-Olu as the Governor of Lagos State in the last gubernatorial election in the state. According to Justice Paul Galinje, the reliefs sought by the appellant did not fall within the ambit of the schedule of the electoral act. Read Also: Opinion: Impeachment of Donald Trump: To … Read more