The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has effectively swore in Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as the news chair for Onigbongbo LCDA following the passing of its substantive chair, Late Hon. Oladotun Olakunle. Sanwo-olu made this development known on his officcial X account on Monday, November 11, 2024 by making a public … Read more
Outgoing Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has been spotted in Lagos, countering allegations from governor-elect Senator Monday Okpebholo that Obaseki had fled the country. Sources confirmed Obaseki’s presence in Lagos on Sunday evening. Obaseki has served as the Governor of Edo State since 2016, initially elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC) before switching to … Read more
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has initiated the auction process for the landed properties and chattels of Heritage Bank, as part of efforts to ensure the timely distribution of liquidation dividends to uninsured depositors of the failed bank. This action, as stated by NDIC spokesperson Bashir Nubu, is in line with the Corporation’s legal … Read more
Eko Club International is set to donate state-of-the-art technical equipment to various public hospitals across Lagos as part of the humanitarian aid in their 2024 Medical Mission outreach. Honorable Olajide Damola, Vice President of the Eko Club International, and several members of the Eko Club International from various chapters paid a visit to the Lagos … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Adetola Sodiq Onabajo, a prominent councillorship candidate for Ward L1 in Eredo LCDA, has taken significant steps to support youth empowerment in Epe. Recently, he and Hon. Tijani Saheed eedorf, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Lagos State Governor on Wealth Creation, visited a job-creation center under construction in Epe. … Read more
A Lagos State police officer tragically lost his life in a road accident at Kara Bridge in the Berger area of Lagos. The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed the incident to the media, detailing that it occurred early in the day. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
Nigeria is in mourning following the sudden death of Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away on Tuesday in Lagos after a brief illness. His death comes less than a year after his appointment by President Bola Tinubu, marking a significant loss to the nation’s military leadership. Lagbaja’s death is the … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, as well as to the Nigerian Armed Forces, following the general’s passing. As Commander-in-Chief, President Tinubu expressed deep regret in announcing General Lagbaja’s death at the age of 56. A statement from Bayo … Read more
LAB Cleaning Services and Polaqua Water, local companies within the community, contributed to the logistics and environment needed to host Eko Club International’s 2024 ECI Medical Mission. Otunba T.J. Abass, an iconic leader and Eko Club International board member, founded the medical mission, a biannual humanitarian initiative. This outreach included health education, diabetes screening and … Read more
The Federal Government, through the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), announced that road tax collections across Nigeria surged to N40.14 billion in 2023, marking a 63.36% increase from the N24.57 billion collected in 2022. This sharp rise in revenue highlights the growing contribution of road taxes to state-level funding. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. Earlier reports from SaharaReporters indicated that Bobrisky was apprehended on Thursday night at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while attempting to flee to London amid ongoing bribery allegations. Following his arrest, … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government Administration, Chieftaincy, and Rural Development visited Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA) on Monday, October 28, 2024, to inspect the use of public funds for community projects and services. The visit was led by Hon. Sanni Ganiyu Babatunde Okanlawon and other … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State House of Assembly has commended the Executive Chairman, Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Animashaun, for her equitable distribution of developmental projects across the eight (8) wards of the council in the last two-and-half years of her administration in the council area of Lagos state. The Chairman, House Committee on … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has, for the second time this month, increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol. The latest price hike is coming despite the ongoing economic challenges facing the nation. Reports indicate that residents of Lagos will now pay N1,025 per litre, while those in … Read more
Omowunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has agreed to undergo a DNA test to confirm the paternity of their son, Liam, as part of an ongoing family dispute following the singer’s tragic death. Mohbad, who passed away at the age of 27 under controversial circumstances, left behind his … Read more
An auto-crash killed two people along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway on Saturday. The Unit Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Mr Williams Manga, confirmed this on Saturday, saying that the accident occurred at 7:10 a.m. near the Mammy Market Barracks axis of the expressway. One other person sustained some injuries. “Our personnel were alerted … Read more
A section of the Lagos State Blue Line rail track was engulfed in flames on Saturday. The fire broke out at a location opposite NEPA Station near Eko Bridge, heading towards Apogbon. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, confirmed that no casualties were reported. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja … Read more
In a formal ceremony at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC) headquarters in Abalti Barracks, Surulere, Lagos, five retired Major Generals were ceremonially pulled out of service, marking the close of their decorated careers. The event, held on Friday, drew fellow military personnel, families, and dignitaries in a show of respect and camaraderie. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
In a celebration of wellness, unity, and personal growth, the Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) recently gathered for a three-day retreat that infused the coastal town of Idado, Ibeju-Lekki, with an inspiring energy. This annual retreat, which also served as the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), offered EPWA members a chance to unwind, reflect, … Read more
A newly constructed pedestrian bridge has partially collapsed at the Five Stars Bus Stop, heading towards Iyana-Isolo along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos. Eyewitnesses told Vanguard that the incident occurred early Thursday morning around 6:30 am. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) promptly intervened to address the situation. Upon LASEMA’s arrival, part of the … Read more