The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) on Tuesday intensified efforts to curtail the incidence of gas explosion in Lagos State with the closure of seven Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) plants. The oil and gas industry regulator said the affected LPG (cooking gas) plants were sealed for not complying with the prerequisite safety standards and operating … Read more
The 7th edition of the Lagos Theatre Festival (LTF), which was held from the 27th of February to 1st of March, 2020 indeed left an indelible memory in the hearts of every participant. Ekohotblog understands that the festival which was themed ‘Going Out Of Bounds’ opened on Thursday, 27th February 2020 with a ceremony at … Read more
Panic hits Mile 12 community atmosphere after two rival-groups of cultists clashed on Monday evening, leaving one of the groups’ member dead while the community members were scampering for safety. It was gathered that the same group that lost a member on Monday, also lose one of its top men during a fight last week … Read more
An Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court, in Lagos State, on Tuesday sentenced an unemployed man, Bashiru Osho, to 12 years imprisonment for attempting to defile an eight-year-old girl. The police charged the 25-year-old, whose address was not provided with attempting to commit the felony of defilement. READ ALSO: My Ailing Grandmother Made Me Commit Crime The Prosecution … Read more
The newly-elected Secretary of The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Lagos State, Lanre Ogunyemi has reacted to the ongoing rumored presidential ambition of Bola Tinubu. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu who is the national leader of the Party, has been marked as qualified to lead Nigeria in 2023. In a press briefing aimed at unveiling newly … Read more
Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to continue to prioritize the welfare of traditional rulers in the state. Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance at the 20th coronation anniversary of Oba Kamorudeen Animashaun in Epe on Saturday. While congratulating the Oloja of Epe, he said that his ascension to the throne in 1999 came … Read more
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat today called for partnership of the government with Royal fathers and the traditional institution for peace and overall development. Dr Hamzat made this request at a symposium in commemoration of the 20th coronation anniversary of the Oloja of Epe, Oba Kamorudeen Ishola Animashaun held at the … Read more
The Lagferry multipurpose Barge was activated today. The barge which is about 1800 tons can be used for weddings, dinners, cruise etc. It is also available for movement of containers, vehicles, trucks, from one place to the other. See Photos:
The Statewide Waste & Environmental Education Project (SWEEP), in partnership with the Lagos State Government and other environmental stakeholders, is set to launch a reality television programme that is environment-based. Disclosing this to Ekohotblog is the President of the SWEEP Foundation, Ambassador Obuesi Phillips at the Lagos Wastes Forum 2020 tagged ‘High-Level Citizens Forum On … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday received Dr. Markus Thill, President of Robert Bosch Region Africa on a courtesy visit at the State House, Ikeja, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria. See photos below;
Polaris Bank has lent its voice to support the global “HeForShe” movement initiative of the United Nations (UN) in line with its Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy thrust, even as the bank’s CEO, Tokunbo Abiru, is nominated Gender Equality Champion by the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs & Poverty Alleviation in conjunction … Read more
Like the birth of every great men across the globe, the birth of a son of a famous goldsmith in the ancient town of Ijebu-Igbo, now alienated in modern day Ogun State, was symbolic. The birth of the boy into the royal family of Osiyemi 70 years ago was described by traditionalists, soothsayers and missionaries … Read more
Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi has said that the Chinese government through her embassy in Nigeria is working with Lagos State Government to prevent the entry of Corona Virus into the State. The commissioner who disclosed this today while giving update on the State government’s level of preparedness to prevent or contain … Read more
Pupils in Primary 4 – 6 on Lagos Island on Monday benefited from a free feeding initiative called ‘Snacks For Thought’, floated by the Lagos State Government led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Ekohotblog understands that the Snacks For Thought initiative is different from the federal government’s feeding program as this targets mostly children in their … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced minor cabinet reshuffle, with the appointment of three new members. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Gboyega Akosile said eight cabinet portfolios affected by the redeployment include ministries of Local Government, ministry of Special Duties, Wealth Creation and Employment, Tourism, Arts and … Read more
Lagos Ferry Service says it will from the end of this month commence operations with fourteen (14) passenger boat of different capacities and warn car barge from the movement of vehicles on the waterways. It’s Managing Director, Hon. Ladi Balogun stated this at the end of a four (4) day strategic retreat for management staff … Read more
…… Urged Stakeholders To Adhere To Safety Rules The Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LSWRC), Executive Secretary, Mrs Funke Adepoju has urged table water producers to adhere to rules and regulations. Mrs Funke stated this during a stakeholders’ meeting with the executive members of the Association of Table Water Producers (ATWAP). At the meeting tagged: … Read more
A man identified as Olalekan Ogunsaya, is seeking for justice after a policeman allegedly slit his throat during an argument in the Itire area of Lagos State. The interior decorator appreciated God for his survival from the attack that almost cost him his life. According to NaijaNews, an eyewitness, Samuel Agbolajo, posted the details of … Read more
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is partnering with the Federal Government and the Lagos State Safety Commission in Nigeria to run its first conference in West Africa. Ekohotblog understands that the event will launch a range of training opportunities in West Africa, including the NCFE IOSH Level 3 Certificate in Safety and … Read more
Stakeholders in the health sector will converge in Lagos between Tuesday 14th & Thursday 16th January, 2020 to discuss the landscape & challenges confronting the eHealth platform, with a view to proffering workable solutions. The conference with the theme: “Lagos State Smart Health Information Platform” is aimed at establishing a smart health information platform that … Read more