Pastor Adeyemi encouraged the celebrant to refire rather than retire. First lady Oluremi Tinubu praises the impact of Jide Kosoko in Nigeria and beyond. Jide Kosoko revealed the challenges faced during the early days of his career. Eko Hot Blog reports that renowned Nollywood legend, Prince Jide Kosoko, marked his 70th birthday on January 14, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation and Special Offenses (Enforcement) Unit, better known as Lagos State Task Force, has vowed to bring the operations of recalcitrant okada operators in the state to a complete halt as it carried out a week-long raid across various parts of the metropolis. Speaking on Sunday, … Read more
Supporting the families of fallen heroes is a way of recognising their sacrifices, says Sanwo-Olu. Emir Sanusi Lamido pays tribute to fallen soldiers. Imam Hakeem Kosoko emphasizes on the need for peaceful coexistence. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has called on Nigerians to consistently show support and … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to decongest its head office in Abuja and transfer some of its departments to Lagos State. The apex bank made this known in an Internal memo seen on Saturday. The apex bank stated that the move is meant to increase the productivity … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Road Transport Employers’ Association of Nigeria has announced the appointment of Adesina Hussaini aka Okanlomo as the chairman of the association in Lagos State. Following Okanlomo’s appointment, the union also announced the dissolution of the earlier inaugurated 35-member Lagos State RTEAN executive council. EDITOR’S PICKS Bye-Election: Ani Emerges APC Candidate … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA) has set up a Human Trafficking and Taskforce Centre in line with the efforts of the State Government to curb the menace of Human Trafficking across the State. The Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN), stated this on Friday … Read more
Former CP says he took necessary steps to formalize the acquisition of land invaded by the military. He says he has more than 50 acres of land, now claimed by the military. “I joined the other farmers to seek resolution,” he says. Eko Hot Blog reports that a Commissioner of Police, Samuel Adegbuyi (Rtd), has … Read more
Rt Hon. Bilyaminu Isma’il expresses enthusiasm for Lagos legislative collaboration. Isma’il says Lagos visit will promote stronger legislative practices in Zamfara. Zamfara delegation engages in interactive session to enhance their own legislative framework. Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly, on Thursday visited their counterparts at the Lagos … Read more
Sanwo-Olu says the verdict revalidates the collective vision for a greater Lagos. Sanwo-Olu invites those still on the fence to join his train of progressive governance. The apex court dismisses the appeal filed by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party (LP) Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed profound … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an accident involving a car and a water truck has resulted in two yet-to-be-identified persons sustaining varying degrees of injury on the Simpson Bridge inward Sura in Lagos State. The incident occurred at about 10:40 am on Thursday, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). The agency said … Read more
Sanwo-Olu hails Otedola’s donation as the largest by an individual. Sanwo-Olu says there’s no limit to security donations to the state. Otedola commends Sanwo-Olu for keeping Lagos safe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, commended renowned philanthropist Mr Femi Otedola for his N1b donation for Lagos … Read more
Elephants population has dramatically decrease Government will build national park monuments with powder made from elephant tusks Thousands of elephants are killed each year for their tusks Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria, on Tuesday, took a significant step in safeguarding its declining elephant population by destroying 2.5 tonnes of seized elephant tusks, valued at … Read more
Military Invasion has disrupted our legitimate business, say Afero Itoikin-Epe Farmers. The farmers seek adequate compensation for their losses after a military invasion. A former Commissioner of Police urged the military to follow due process in resolving the issues. Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Afero Itoikin-Epe Farmers Association have appealed for new … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of the Baba Adinni of Lagos and Chairman of the Executive Council of Lagos Central Mosque, Sheikh Abdul-Hafeez Aṣhamu Abou. Tinubu condoles with Baba Adini’s family, the Muslim community in Lagos, as well as the Lagos State Government over the loss. EDITOR’S PICKS Bye-Election: … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria finally touched down in Lagos late on Tuesday, January 9, after spending a week in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Recall that the Super Eagles opened their 2023 African Cup of Nations campaign in Abu Dhabi on January 2 and played two warmup matches ahead … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Adegoke Fayoade, has sacked the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Gown Estate Division, Austin Arase, for ordering the unlawful arrest of a lawyer seeking his client’s bail. The Lagos Police Command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, announced the development in a statement on Tuesday night. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has empowered over 1,000 vulnerable and indigent residents through the 2024 State’s Micro Enterprise Support Initiative (MESI). Speaking at the programme held on Tuesday at the Blue Roof, LTV, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu said MESI is a practical demonstration of his administration’s … Read more
Military claims ownership of land allotted to Afero, Itoikin-Epe farmers. Afero Itoikin-Epe farmers appeals to the Lagos State Government for compensation and reallocation of farmlands. Farmers to consider migration to safer States if not taken care of. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Afero, Itoikin-Epe farmers held a peaceful protest at the Lagos State … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigating the alleged N585 million disbursement began questioning the suspended minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Betta Edu on Tuesday, January 9. She arrived at the headquarters of the EFCC in Jabi, Abuja, at 11am. EDITOR’S PICKS Bye-Election: Ani Emerges APC … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will be the chief host of a special dinner organized by the Lagos State Government for the Super Eagles on Tuesday night, hours before the three-time champions are set to depart for Cote d’Ivoire to participate in the 34th Africa Cup of Nations finals starting this weekend. EDITOR’S … Read more