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Lady Found Dead In Lagos Hotel, Boyfriend Missing

Dec 7, 2023. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports that a female whose identity remains unknown has been found dead in a hotel room in the Morogbo area of Lagos State. This online media platform learnt that the incident occurred on Friday, November 31, after the woman checked into the hotel with a male companion. They had paid for a … Read more

EFCC Arraigns Man For Alleged $63,590 Fraud In Lagos

Dec 7, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned one Abdulhamid Isah before Justice I.O. Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja on three-count charges bordering on obtaining money by false pretence, stealing and retention of proceeds of a criminal conduct. In a … Read more

Accolades For Oba Maruffdeen Adelani Of Odogbawojo On First Coronation Anniversary

Dec 7, 2023.Dec 6, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Oba Maruffdeen Adelani Adeniyi, the Adegbajo of Odogbawojo kingdom

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that the first coronation anniversary of the Adegbajo of Odogbawojo Kingdom, HRM Oba Maruffdeen Adelani Adeniyi, brought together various eminent personalities, including HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom; a former member of the House of Representatives, Hon Lanre Ogunpote; Hon. Olusegun Olulade Eleniyan, former … Read more

Lagos Environmental Health Week: KWASU Scholars Enlighten Participants

Dec 6, 2023. by Damilare Abass

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Environmental Health Officers Association of Nigeria (EHOAN), Lagos Chapter, has begun their Environmental Health Week. The programme kicked off on Monday, December 4, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS APC Wins In Ekiti Local Government Election, Secures All 38 Chairmanship, 177 Councilor Seats JUST IN: Tension As Fire Breaks Out At NNPC … Read more

Lagos Ranked Number One In Nigeria In SGBV Prevention, Response

Dec 6, 2023.Dec 6, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos DSVA Executive Secretary, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, and other stakeholders at the launch of WOMANITY INDEX

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has been ranked Number 1 in the prevention and response to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in the country. The state’s ranking was announced at the official launch of the “WOMANITY INDEX” by Invictus Africa, in partnership with BudgIT Foundation and support from the Ford Foundation. Speaking … Read more

Police Arrest Female Armed Robbery, Car-Snatching Syndicate In Lagos

Dec 5, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that Police operatives have busted an armed robbery syndicate led by a 43-year old lady, Adeshina Ayisat Ajoke and two others, Adejumo Fatai, 40 and Akintunde Akanni, who specialized in snatching vehicles in Lagos State. The suspects were arrested by the Commissioner of Police Special Squad of the State Command following … Read more

Seriki-Bamu Holds Poverty Alleviation Programme In Epe Division As Residents Get Welfare Packages

Dec 4, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

APC leader in Epe Division, Akanni Seriki Bamu

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief Shakiru Akanni Seriki-Bamu, the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Epe Division and a member of the Lagos State APC Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), has organised a Poverty Alleviation Programme in Epe, Lagos State. The programme, which held at the APC chief’s residence, took … Read more

BREAKING: Commuters Disperse For Safety As Tanker Explosion Rocks Ojota [Videos]

Dec 4, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that a tanker exploded on Monday morning in the Ojota area of Lagos State. It was gathered that the explosion occurred at inward Ketu, and videos of the incident which emerged online, captured some commuters running for safety. At the time of this report, the cause of the explosion is still … Read more

PHOTOS: Lagos Police Nab Suspected Cultist With Pistol, Shotgun, Axes, Others

Dec 4, 2023.Dec 4, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Orile Division of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a suspected cultist, Ahmed Ololade aka Small Mercy, 27. The command made the disclosure in a terse statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Sunday. It said police officers recovered various arms and ammunition and other … Read more

Lagos Signs MoU To Explore Investment Opportunities With Arabian Gulf Chamber Of Commerce

Dec 4, 2023.Dec 4, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

NAGCC Chairman, Sheikh Abdul Rahman Saif bin Saif Al Sharqi and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu signing the MoU

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government and the Nigerian-Arabian Gulf Chamber of Commerce (NAGCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, signed the MoU on behalf of Lagos on Sunday in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) where he attended the COP28 climate summit. The NAGCC Chairman, Sheikh … Read more

Otunba Saliu Adeniyi And Wife Assume Asalu titles, Vow To Uplift Odogbawojo Kingdom

Dec 4, 2023.Dec 3, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Otunba Adeniyi Saliu and his wife, Mrs. Olajumoke Saliu, the Asalo and Yeye Asalo of Odogbawojo with Lagos State First Lady, Joke Sanwo-Olu

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba Adeniyi Saliu and his wife, Mrs. Olajumoke Saliu, have been conferred with the chieftaincy titles of Asalu and Yeye Asalu of Odogbawojo, respectively. The conferment of the chieftaincy titles held on Saturday, December 2, 2023, as part of the one-year coronation anniversary celebration of HRM Oba … Read more

Rich Display Of Culture As Oba Adeniyi Of Odogbawojo Celebrates First Coronation Anniversary

Dec 3, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Maruffdeen Adelani Adeniyi, the Adegbajo of Odogbawojo kingdom, has marked his one-year coronation anniversary with the installation of chiefs, accompanied by a rich display of music and culture. The one-year coronation anniversary commenced on Thursday, featuring diverse activities like interfaith prayers, medical outreach, indoor games, … Read more

Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo Promises Welfare Packages For Immigration Officials

Dec 3, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji Ojo has promised to ensure proper funding, equipping and welfare for immigration officials risking their lives in various parts of the country. He made this known while inaugurating some newly completed projects at the NIS Zone A, Ikeja, Lagos. Dr Tunji Ojo thanked … Read more

Lagos Partners SOGON To Reduce Maternal, Child Mortality, Boost Women’s Health

Dec 3, 2023.Dec 3, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Health and the Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics Nigeria (SOGON), Lagos sector, have committed to working together to combat maternal and child mortality in Lagos State. The parties made the commitment at a recent meeting in the ministry. Led by former National President Prof. Rotimi … Read more

Lagos: Flood, Building Collapse, Demolition And Matters Arising

Dec 2, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Lagos, a bustling metropolis teeming with energy and life, has long grappled with seasonal flooding and a disturbing surge in building collapses. Beyond mere inconveniences, these issues have claimed precious lives and wreaked havoc on properties, exacting heavy tolls on residents and business establishments. Editor’s Pick NCAA Lifts Suspension On United Nigeria Airlines NDLEA Intensifies … Read more

‘We’re The Grassroots Government’ — Oba Adeniyi Of Odogbawojo Seeks Greater Authority For Monarchs

Dec 2, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

By Solomon Babawale Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Maruffdeen Adelani Oluwafunmilade Adeniyi, Oke 1, the Adegbajo of Odogbawojo, Epe, Lagos State, has called for more authority for monarchs, saying they are the governments of the grassroots. The king made the appeal ahead of his first coronation anniversary on Saturday at R.C.M Primary School, … Read more

#COP28: Sanwo-Olu Rallies Global Support For Long-term Funding To Fix Lagos’ Water Shortage

Dec 2, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at a COP28 side meeting

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rallied international support for long-term funding to tackle the water shortage in his state. He made the appeal on Friday at the ongoing COP28 summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Sanwo-Olu, who joined the entourage of President Bola Tinubu to the climate summit, … Read more

Medicals, Games As Odogbawojo King, Oba Adeniyi Celebrates Day 1 Of Coronation Anniversary

Dec 1, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Maruffdeen Adelani Oluwafunmilade Adeniyi, Oke 1, of Odogbawojo, Epe, Lagos State, has commenced the festivities marking his one-year coronation anniversary. Festivities, which encompass a diverse range of activities aimed at fostering community unity and well-being, began on Thursday, November 30th. Day one of the coronation … Read more

PHOTOS: Lagos Issues ‘Stop Work’ Order To Lekki Developer For Sandfilling Drainage Channel

Dec 1, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Site of the building construction along the System 156 drainage channel

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has ordered a developer to stop work on a site around Victoria Crest Estate II in the Lekki area of the state.

The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources in the state, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed the development in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Thursday.

He disclosed that operatives in the environment ministry issued the order on Thursday.

The developer was accused of illegally sandfilling the drainage channel along System 156 and and carrying out reclamation work without state approval.

“Operatives of Drainage Enforcement and Compliance dept from the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources on Thursday (30/11/2023) issued a STOP WORK ORDER to a developer along System 156 behind Victoria Crest Estate II in Lekki for illegally sandfilling the channel and carrying out reclamation work without any approval from the state,” the commissioner said.

The ‘stop work’ order comes amid the Lagos government’s ongoing aggressive countdown on illegal structures.

The state has carried out several demolition exercises in recent months, accusing property owners of building on the wrong sites without obtaining approval.

Sanwo-Olu Tasks NSCDC On Provision Of Security To Lagos Schools, Assets

Dec 1, 2023.Dec 1, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government has urged the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) to ensure adequate provision of security to schools and other assets in the state. The Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, made the appeal on Thursday on behalf of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu while receiving the Management of … Read more