Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Safety Commission says it has taken another decisive action to ensure public safety by sealing 19 Bars and Lounges that repeatedly failed to comply with basic safety standards. The Director-General of the Commission, Mr. Lanre Mojola, made the disclosure in a statement on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS FG’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government says it is embarking on a comprehensive rehabilitation of the 11.8-kilometer Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State from November 1, 2023, for a period of three months. The Minister of Works, Mr David Umahi, announced the development on Saturday, during an inspection of the under deck, lagoon … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Friday, concluded his three-day tour of healthcare facilities in Lagos State. The last day of the tour took the minister to two prominent healthcare institutions, the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, and the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Oshodi Annex. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s led government of Lagos State has reopened Alaba International Market and some markets at the Trade Fair Complex, Ojo. This online media understands that the Lagos State Government had earlier shut down the markets over poor waste disposal, failure to pay waste bills, and other environmental violations. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has extended his warmest congratulations to His Majesty, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos State, on the auspicious occasion of his 80th birthday. President Tinubu, a seasoned political figure and the former Governor of Lagos State, shared his deep admiration for the venerable monarch, hailing him as … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that at least two people have died in an accident involving a boat crossing from Olorunsogo to Isawo in Lagos State. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service made the disclosure in a statement on Friday night. EDITOR’S PICKS FG’s Student Loan: A Broken Promise? Is The Nigeria Police Force A … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government was recently at the Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect (FITCC) Expo to make a case for investment opportunities in health and other sectors. FITCC serves as a platform for collaborations and partnerships amongst global businesses in the non-oil export sector, with the aim of building … Read more
In recent weeks, there have been multiple incidents of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) arresting citizens on behalf of seemingly powerful entities due to non-criminal complaints. This phenomenon is not new, which is why it’s worrying that it has continued to exist unabated for several years. One of the NPF’s core missions, according to its … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that an Ikoyi magistrate’s court, on Thursday, imposed ₦30,000 fines on 25 persons, with an option of community service, for acts of indiscriminate waste disposal, at different locations in the state. The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) revealed the development in a statement. The agency said the community service took place … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly has taken preliminary steps to sanction estates which lock their street gates. They made the move during a plenary session on Thursday. Hon. Olusegun Ege (Ojo 1) proposed that the House address the issue of some estates in the state that lock their gates … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Wednesday, paid a work visit to the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) in Yaba, Lagos. The visit was part of the minister’s three-day tour of medical facilities in Lagos State. During the visit, he engaged the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Oyetubo Jokotade family, in the Sangotedo area of Ajah, and allottees, on Wednesday, stormed the streets to protest the presence of armed policemen in their community. According to Vanguard, the protesters lamented that all their labour on their property went down the drain. Their protest followed a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of Health for State and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Wednesday, visited Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the governor’s office, Lagos House, Marina, Lagos. The purpose of the meeting was not immediately clear but it may be connected to the federal health ministry’s drive to reform … Read more
Have you been wondering what documents you would need to produce to get a building permit in Lagos State? Recently, the Lagos Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, advised property owners and developers to get planning licenses before beginning work and adhere to the terms of their permissions. He spoke to tackle … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has assured manufacturers and other business leaders of his administration’s resolve to improve the country’s business environment. He made the commitment on Tuesday at the completion ceremony of the first 2000 vehicles assembled by GAC Motors in Lagos. The governor said his administration is … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), the United States African Development Foundation (USADF), and Oriki Global & Synergy Limited have signed an agreement that is set to transform the wellness entrepreneurship landscape in Nigeria. The trio recently signed the deal at a landmark event held at the LSETF office … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday approved a list of nominees for the State Executive Council (SEC) and some agencies and parastatals. This was made known in a statement by Eromosele Ebhomele, Media assistant to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director of the Lagos Water Corporation, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani has unveiled a strategic plan aimed at improving the operational standard of the organisation. The plan which focuses on sustainability, efficiency, and enhanced service delivery was unveiled recently during a staff-management forum held at the Corporation’s Headquarters at Ijora, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that five Lagos ambulance points located at the Tollgate of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway; Mile 12, 3rd Mainland Bridge; Anthony and Lekki in Eti-Osa, now wear a new look courtesy of the Saving One Million Lives Programme for Results (SOML-PforR). The ambulance points, which were vandalised in the aftermath of civil unrest … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment toward making the state a tourism station in the world in line with the Entertainment and Tourism pillar of the THEMES+ developmental agenda. Sanwo-Olu said his government is intentional about making Lagos State, particularly Badagry, a preferred tourism destination. … Read more