Governor Sanwo-Olu has said that the Lagos State Government will collaborate with organisations to address drug abuse, social vices in the state. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday said his administration will continue to work collaboratively with organisations and individuals to create a future that is needed to put … Read more
Lagos Government is set to shut clubs and bars in the state. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has threatened to shut clubs and bars operating in the state if they fail to desist from noise pollution. The Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tunji Bello, gave the warning … Read more
The combined efforts of security agencies, local vigilantes and youths of Lufape Village, Shagamu interchange led to the safe rescue of retired Air Vice-Marshal (AVM) Sikiru Oladimeji Smith on Saturday morning, The Nation has learnt. Smith, a former Chief of Logistics of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and relative of Chairman, Police Service Commission (PSC), … Read more
Lagos Government has inaugurated a Non-Motorised Transport Committee in the state. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) Committee to drive the existing Non-Motorised Transport Policy (NMTP) towards a conducive and enabling environment for walking and cycling in the state. Speaking at the inauguration of the Committee, … Read more
Police sources have revealed the abductors of Air Vice Marshal Sikiru Smith EKOHOTBLOG reports that police sources linked the abduction of a retired Air Vice Marshal, Sikiru Smith, to kidnappers who terrorised schools in Epe and Ikorodu areas about five years ago. The police sources, while noting that the kidnappers have resumed their … Read more
NECA Director-General has been confirmed dead. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Director-General of the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Dr. Timothy Olawale, has passed away. The demise of the NECA Director-General was disclosed by the association via a statement issued in Lagos on Saturday. The NECA Secretariat, in the statement, stated that Olawale … Read more
Tinubu has spoken to Nigerians from London, United Kingdom. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has said that he is very healthy and doing well in London, United Kingdom (UK). Tinubu made this known while addressing some members of the House of Representatives who … Read more
Governor Sanwo-Olu has revealed how the Lagos State Government overpowered COVID-19 third wave. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the state successfully overpowered the third wave of COVID-19. Governor Sanwo-Olu made this known while speaking at the 61st Independence Day parade at the Agege Stadium in Lagos on … Read more
Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat, Obasa, and other dignitaries have marked 61st Independence Day at Agege Stadium, Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, led the celebration of the 61st independence anniversary at the Agege Stadium, Lagos. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a motorcade, paraded the Agege Stadium to commemorate the 61st Independence Day … Read more
By _ Babatunde Kaka Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Epe, Oba Olukayode Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, Telade IV, has joined millions of Nigerians at home and abroad to celebrate the 61st independence anniversary of the country. Oba Ogunsanwo was speaking on the sidelines during his 54th birthday celebration that was graced by eminent royal fathers, families, friends, and … Read more
Lagos Police Command has confirm Ogbuagu’s rescue just as it gave update on AVM Ladi Smith’s abduction. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of a resident of the state, identified as Kingsley Ogbuagu, who was earlier abducted by unknown gunmen suspected to be kidnappers. It was gathered that … Read more
A Buhari-must-go protest has rocked Lagos State on Friday. EKOHOTBLOG reports that many protesters, on Friday, stormed the Gani Fawehinmi Park in Ojota, Lagos State, calling for the resignation of President Muhammadu Buhari. The protesters under the banner of #TakeItBack Movement and #RevolutionNow stormed the venue on Friday, chanting and displaying banners and placards that read, ‘Buhari Must Go’. … Read more
Lagos Government has promised inclusive growth in the tourism sector. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has reechoed its commitment to ensuring inclusiveness to further expand the growth of Tourism and Hospitality business in the state. The Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, made this known while … Read more
The Ijora-bound lane will be closed to vehicular movement during the first phase, while the Apapa-bound lane would be subsequently shut for the second phase. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has announced the diversion of traffic at Marine Bridge as the Federal Government (FG) commences emergency repair works on different sections of … Read more
As at the time of filing this report, all efforts to reach the abductors have proved abortive. EkoHotBlog reports that the Lagos Police Command has confirmed the kidnap of former Chief of Logistics, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Vice Marshal Sikiru Smith (rtd.). The abduction reportedly took place around 5pm on Monday, September 27,2021. The … Read more
Gunmen have abducted Air Vice Marshal Ladi Smith (retd.) in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that unknown gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted Air Vice Marshal Ladi Smith (retd.) in Lagos State. Smith, who is a cousin to a former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and current Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Musiliu … Read more
Angry residents have lynched a suspected thief in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that a suspected thief was in the early hours of Monday lynched by a mob in the Coker area of Lagos State. It was gathered that the suspect attempted to dispossess some commuters heading for their workplaces of their valuables on … Read more
Northern Governors have declared their position on 2023 Presidency. EKOHOTBLOG reports that governors of the 19 Northern states have described the position of the Southern Governors that the country’s next president must come from their region as unconstitutional. This was made known by the Plateau State Governor and Chairman of the Northern Governors … Read more
“It is not a witch-hunting exercise. It is normal and expected and definitely…” EKOHOTBLOG reports that the governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has concluded plans to set up a Visitation Panel to look into the affairs of the Lagos State University (LASU) from 2009 till date The move to probe the … Read more
Policemen and hoodlums have demolished a popular clubhouse in Lagos State. EKOHOTBLOG reports that no fewer than 100 policemen and thugs, allegedly led by members of a Lagos family, have demolished buildings at the Ikeja Saddle Club, in the Isheri-Olowora area of Lagos State. The policemen were said to be from the Zone … Read more