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The Lagos State Government has sealed 11 facilities including Event Centres, Lounges and Night Clubs for violating COVID-19 directives. The government stated that though the sealed event centres originally informed the agency of their intention to organise parties and events, they failed to meet the expectations of the agency on complying with COVID-19 protocols. The … Read more
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has assured stakeholders of its maximum support in building sustainable growth for the industry. The Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf, gave the assurance at a webinar session with stakeholders recently in Lagos. In its determination to reposition tourism beyond the new normal … Read more
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Hakeem Odumosu, has promised to go after hoodlums and criminals terrorising the residents of Lekki and Ajah areas of the state. The commissioner, while addressing the security issues in the state, confirmed the arrest of some suspected cultists at Imalete Alafia, Ibeju Lekki of the state by police … Read more
The Lagos State Government on Friday stepped-up its collaboration with the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) on the restoration of Federal Government Estates in Lagos State. The state government said the fast degrading condition of Federal Government Estates in Lagos State, especially Festac Town and Gowon Estate, Ipaja necessitated the constitution of a committee to see … Read more
The Marine Bridge on the Apapa outward section is set to be shut for three months by the Lagos State Government. The partial closure of the Marine Bridge, according to the state government, would take effect from Tuesday, March 9 to Monday, June 21, 2021, for emergency repair works. The Marine Bridge on the Apapa … Read more
Tinubu commended Governor Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state over his good governance. He said the ugly development led to the decision by political leaders to bring Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Obafemi Hamzat on board. The national leader of APC said he and other leaders are proud that the Sanwo-Olu team is now steering the state in … Read more
Scores of passengers were today stranded as danfo drivers protested against extortion by hoodlums and security operatives. It was gathered that the aggrieved drivers are currently protesting at Ketu bus stop, along the road. Scores of passengers were today stranded as the drivers of Lagos yellow commercial buses, well known as danfo plying the Mile … Read more
Suspected herders last Tuesday kidnapped two farmers in Shalabo village, located between Isiwu and Imota areas of Lagos state. Ekohotblog understands that ₦15 million was paid as ransom for the victims who were kidnapped on their farm. The owner of the Ikorodu Integrated Farm had just returned to the country from the UK and visited … Read more
Lagosians have been advised not to panic following reports that trucks conveying food from the North are stuck on the way. The Lagos State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, assured Lagosians, saying food security is guaranteed, despite the crisis. Lagosians have been advised not to panic following reports that trucks conveying food from the … Read more
Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has sentenced a travel agent, Babawale Ponle, to two years’ imprisonment for misappropriating N10m worth of airline tickets. Ponle, who is the Managing Director of Travel Doctor Limited, was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on four counts bordering on stealing and issuance of dud cheques. … Read more
Lagos State Government has assured stakeholders in the film industry that plans to establish a film village is still very much underway, saying it has not abandoned the project. The Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf, gave the assurance last week when she visited the proposed project site at Ikosi-Ejirin area … Read more
Lagos State Judicial Panel of Restitution and Inquiry set up to investigate cases of police brutality has requested the presence of the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammad Adamu. Eko Hot Blog understands that panel summoned the IGP over a petition by one Adewale Adewuyi, whose 26 acres of farmland was allegedly seized by police in 2013. … Read more
Lagos State Taskforce on Counterfeit, Fake Drugs and Unwholesome Processed Foods has closed 16 illegal, substandard, and unregistered pharmacies, patent medicine stores, and health premises. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the facilities were shut at Ajegunle and Alaba Suru axis of Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state. Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, … Read more
It was encomiums galore over the weekend as the former Permanent Secretary, Arc. Foluso Adebayo Dipe bowed out of the Lagos State Public Service. Arc. Foluso Adebayo Dipe, a two-term Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, joined the Lagos State Civil Service as Architect on Grade 1 in February 1986 … Read more
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos state governor, has implored religious leaders to play their part in calming frayed nerves and dousing tension in the country. Speaking at the 2021 Lagos State Interdenominational Divine Service (IDDS) on Saturday, Sanwo-Olu said a crisis in Nigeria would be catastrophic for Africa. He charged the religious leader to use their platforms … Read more
Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu calls for caution among faith leaders and opinion molders against reckless utterances. Sanwo-Olu said all notable leaders of men refrained from making incendiary comments that could stoke divisions and violence. Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called for caution among faith leaders and opinion molders against reckless utterances … Read more
Lagos State Governor, says the legacy bequeathed by the late Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande, in public service will remain a reference point. Sanwo-Olu stressed that the former Governor’s name would continue to be synonymous with selflessness in leadership and service. Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the legacy bequeathed by the first Civilian … Read more
Lagos State Governor Sanwo-Olu has expressed his administration’s determination to ensure that 11 resolutions reached at Ehingbeti 2021) are achieved. the dreams and aspirations for the Greater Lagos that we seek and deserve must be kept alive in perpetuity. The Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed his administration’s determination to ensure that 11 … Read more
By Simon Kolawole You won’t believe this. As the Lagos state governor-elect in 1979, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande was so much in a hurry to hit the ground running that he appealed to all headmasters and principals not to demand or accept fees for the new academic session starting in September – in line with … Read more
Lagos State Government urges all Transport Operators in the State to get accredited. The accreditation was vital for operator and commuters’ safety and security. Lagos State Government has urged all Transport Operators in the State to get accredited at the Public Transport and Commuter Service Department (PTCS) under the Ministry of Transportation. In a statement … Read more