Eko Hot Blog reports that the outgoing President of Secretariat Membership Club, Captain Gabriel Ade Ayeni, has not only reflected on the club’s achievements under his leadership but also set an inspiring tone for the incoming administration. Captain Ayeni spoke on Sunday, January 28, 2024, during the 33rd Annual General Meeting of the club. EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has given 30-day final notice to owners/occupiers of residential buildings illegally converted to churches, mosques, clubhouses, lounges and bars across the state without approval for change of use, to revert to the original use of the structure. The General Manager, Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), Arc. … Read more
Oluyinka revealed that Lagos is ranked the 19th best city to visit in the world by Time Out Publication. Olumegbon-Lawal reiterated government’s stance against unauthorized structures and sales on walkways. Oki ordered the immediate demolition of illegal structures surrounding the Mandilas 10-storey building. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has given a … Read more
Sanwo-Olu disclosed that education remains a top priority in his administration. Sanwo-Olu pledged to provide unparalleled investments, funding, and infrastructure to enhance the educational sector. He revealed his administration’s proactive steps in recruiting 275 Fellows through the TeachForNigeria initiative across the state. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that 1,500 Central Bank of Nigeria staff members are set to resume at its Lagos office after being redeployed from the headquarters. According to PUNCH, a source at the apex bank revealed that the plan, though heavily criticised, was still in motion, and affected staffers would be resuming on Friday. “Yes, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has issued a five-quit notice to different squatters under the Ijora Causeway Bridge and Lagos Blue Rail Line overhead bridge in Ijora to remove all their shanties for constituting a danger to the Lagos Blue Line corridor or risk demolition. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and political organisation, Afenifere, has alleged that some insiders may be responsible for the lingering security crisis in the country particularly the ravaging kidnapping for ransom. The organisation called on President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, to urgently convene a community/stakeholders meeting to tackle the increasing insecurity in the … Read more
Dr. Alausa reveals that the healthcare sector did not adequately serve the population prior to Tinubu’s emergence. He disclosed that there are effort to leverage on our large population to increase health personnel. Alausa reveals plan to address the high cost of medical consumables. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Honourable Minister for State Health … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports in a captivating blend of academia and culture, students pursuing Political Science Education at the College of Management and Social Sciences (COMSSED) in Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Noforija, Epe Campus, were treated to a memorable field trip to the regal enclave of Odo-Noforija Kingdom. Hosted by the esteemed Aladeshonyin … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Section 25 of the Nigerian Constitution is explicit on the differences between citizens and settlers. But then, there’s a saying in Ijesaland: ‘Gbogbo ìjesà ni omo Owá, sùgbón b’álé bá lé, àwon omo Owá mo ara won.’ Translated literally, it means ‘Kings have many children but when the chips are down, each … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC), Engineer Fidet Okheria, has revealed that the long-awaited Kano-Lagos Express Train Service is set to resume operations soon, signaling a new era in railway transportation in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Saturday night in Abuja, Engineer Okheria disclosed that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has berated those condemning the federal government’s decision to relocate some departments and units of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) from Abuja to Lagos. The vice president insisted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ would … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a teacher at Araromi Ilogbo Secondary School in Oko Afo, Lagos, has reportedly flogged a student to death. The incident was said to have occurred on Thursday when the deceased, identified as David Babadipo, was allegedly flogged by the teacher, whose name was given as Oluwale. It was gathered that … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has released its 2022 financial statement, saying that its revenue increased to N8.81 trillion in 2022. The national oil company disclosed this in its audited financial statements on Thursday for the 16-month period ending December 2022. According to NNPP, the document showed that the … Read more
Abass sees the award received as a validation from his root. He reminisced on his set’s celebration of their 50th year anniversary of leaving Molusi College. Abass lauded the generosity of Molusians towards making the Founder’s Day anniversary a success. Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba TJ Abass has expressed his gratitude after being recognised … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will drop any minister who performs woefully and doesn’t not deliver on his or her mandates. The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy and Coordination, Hadiza Bala-Usman, said this at the opening of a retreat in Uyo, the Awka Ibom capital, on Wednesday. Editor’s … Read more
Sanwo-Olu said Lagos State is looking to invest in airline operations. He revealed the plan as Lekki airport, a state government project, is set to begin construction. The governor made the revelation at a town hall meeting where he listed his scorecard. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State has mulled the idea of establishing … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, said the Lagos Red Line rail would be unveiled in February. The governor, who spoke at the Lagos West Senatorial District Town Hall Meeting held at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Sheraton, Ikeja, said the state government had written officially to President Bola … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial capital, has achieved a remarkable global recognition as the 19th best city to visit in the world, according to the latest rankings by Time Out, a renowned publisher of city guides and magazines. This accolade places Lagos among the top destinations for global travelers. EDITOR’S PICKS JUST … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Inaugurates Iwosan Lagoon Hospital In VI. He lauded the hospital as a state of art establishment with various services rendered. Sanwo-Olu expressed his commitment to support ING private enterprises. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned the Iwosan Lagoon Hospital, Victoria Island, Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Workers Boo Ondo … Read more