EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a tragic incident on Tuesday, Ago, Okota area of Lagos witnessed a devastating accident when a vehicle, being pursued by a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) official, collided with a tricycle, resulting in the loss of lives. Among the victims were a pregnant woman and her two children, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that policemen residing in the Nigerian Port Authority (NPA) barracks in the Sunrise, Apapa area of Lagos State, are battling anxiety as NPA authorities have asked them to exit the premises. According to Punch, some policemen said on Monday that the barracks had been sold and that residents were paid N200,000 … Read more
His Royal Majesty, Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara, has leveraged the auspicious occasion of his 56th birthday to further polish his life portrait of altruism which transcends time. With a lifetime legacy of service, Oba Ogunsanwo’s story began long before his ascension to the throne. Three years ago, he took the mantle … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has shut several establishments and a residential building due to various environmental infractions. The affected establishments and property include Lennox Mall, The Place, Brasas’r Place, Admiralty Mall, undeveloped land, Cmart Supermarket, a residential building, Freesia Foodies Restaurant, Nectar Beauty Hub, and Sailor Lounge. The Lagos Waste … Read more
By Olayinka Olorunshola Eko Hot Blog reports that Rotarian Olubunmi Oguntade has been formally invested as the 40th President of the Rotary Club of Gbagada in Lagos State. Oguntade assumed the position on Sunday at an investiture ceremony held at the Yoruba Tennis Club, Lagos. Before diving into the investiture ceremony, attendees were reminded of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has commenced the demolition of all illegal structures and disorders of traders along the Lagos Red Rail Line corridor in a bid to ensure the smooth operation of the rail system. The exercise was carried out on Saturday in a bid to re-establish the Right of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to support the administration of President Bola and all state governments in their efforts to birth a new, prosperous Nigeria. The governor’s plea was contained in his Independence message issued on Saturday by his Chief … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has urged those entrusted with the responsibility to implement the social safety net programme of the Federal Government to undertake the assignment in way that must reflect the “sincerity of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to protect vulnerable families and households from the impact of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversion at the Ojuelegba Flyover Bridge on the night of Monday, 2nd October, 2023 from 10.00 pm to 6.00 am. The government made the announcement in a statement on Friday. It said the diversion is for repairing the truck barrier on the bridge. … Read more
His Royal Majesty, Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Epe, Lagos State, on Friday, continued the display of altruism that has defined his public life, well before and after he ascended his throne. He turned 56 on Friday, September 29, 2023, three months after he celebrated his third year on the throne. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, has ordered immediate closure of Ladipo Market, Mushin, for several environmental offences including, reckless waste disposal, unhygienic premises, and non payment of waste bills, among others He said the market would remain closed until the mandatory conditions of redress … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Water Corporation (LWC) has urged residents to always patronise public water as it is the only reliable source of water. The corporation made the appeal on Thursday when its Water Quality Monitoring Team was inspecting the central region of its coverage area. EDITOR’S PICKS Presidency Misleads Nigerians … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Balogun Olamilekan Eletu, better known as Sam Larry, the head honcho for Marlian Records, is currently in the custody of the Lagos State Police Command in connection with the death of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as MohBad. The police spokesperson in Lagos, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, announced the development … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has sealed several plazas around Tejuosho Market, Yaba, for environmental offences including improper waste disposal and trading activities obstructing free flow of traffic, among others. The authority carried out the exercise on Thursday. The action came a day after LAWMA shut the Oke-Odo Market, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State says it is set to hold a “unique” shopping festival in December that will “stamp its authority as the choice tourist destination” in Nigeria. The Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture in the state, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, made the disclosure during the visit of the organisers of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has issued a two-day ultimatum to traders to vacate the rail tracks of the ongoing Red Line rail project which will link Oyingbo to Marina, Lagos. He issued the ultimatum on Wednesday during a tour of the project at the Agege Station. EDITOR’S PICKS Presidency … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has shut Oke-Odo Market, near Ile-Epo, Abule Egba, Lagos, for reckless waste disposal and gross environmental abuse. The Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Presidency Misleads Nigerians For Third Time In Less … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) has delivered an intervention that will bolster education in the underserved Ogombo community, Eti Osa area of Lagos State. The Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) led by the wife of the Governor, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, built the first senior secondary school in the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Ambassador Adeshola Helen Onadipe, President of the African-Arab Women Chamber of Commerce, has urged Nigerians and other Africans to take advantage of the investment opportunities that exist in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). She made the statement at the chamber’s inaugural business summit recently held in Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Team Lagos has made an impressive start to its campaign at the National Youth Games, Asaba 2023. The games started on Saturday in Asaba, the Delta State capital. On Monday, the male and female table tennis camps of Team Lagos secured gold medals, trouncing their counterparts from Delta, the host … Read more