Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Abiodun Tobun, the member of the Lagos State House of Assembly for Epe Constituency 1, Epe, Lagos State, has promised to facilitate more infrastructural projects to the nooks and crannies of the area. In a statement on Sunday, the lawmaker also assured quick completion of ongoing projects and servicing … Read more
Hon. Wale Raji, the Member of House of Representatives for Epe Federal Constituency, has said governance is about catering to the welfare of the entire populace and not about leaders satisfying their self-interest. The lawmaker was responding to criticisms that he did not fix the road to his home until now after the contractor in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that sanity has gradually returned to the rail corridor at Agege Railway Station located at Agege area of Lagos State. This occurred after the Lagos State Task Force cleared the rail tracks and brought the occupation of squatters, traders and scavengers who took over a section of Babatunde Raji Fashola Train … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has condemned comments made by Seyi Awolowo on the ongoing Big Brother Naija AllStars show. Awolowo was earlier reacting to his raging disputes with fellow housemates, Ilebaye and Doyin. He had accused both housemates of disrespecting his old age. He is … Read more
The residents commended the lawmaker for remembering the streets. Raji lives on one of the three streets but had prioritised other projects before now. He explained that the decision to now start the construction was not politically motivated. Eko Hot Blog reports that the contractor handling the upcoming construction of Babatunde Bakare, Edatomola Ogundipe, and … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than six states have commenced the distribution of the Federal Government’s palliatives package to the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Recall that the federal government on Thursday announced the release of an N180 billion palliative package to states to cushion the impact … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, the member of the House of Representatives from Epe Federal Constituency, has facilitated the building of a block of six classrooms for UPE Primary School, Akodo-Ise, Epe, Lagos State. The foundation-laying ceremony on Saturday officially kickstarted the relocation of the school to a new site, a move … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has commenced a comprehensive training project targeted at Artisans and Craftsmen in the housing sector. The government said the project is a part of strategic moves to bridge the skill gap in the state’s housing sector. The skill acquisition programme which is tagged: “Master Craftsman Training … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that workers of the Lagos State Government will not work on Monday, August 21, 2023. This follows a declaration by th State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, that the day will be workforce for all Public Servants in the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Who Will Save Local Governments From The Firm Grips Of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) has arraigned and secured the conviction of eight persons for endangering their lives by crossing the highway at the Ojota area of the state. The Corps Marshal of the Agency, CP Gbemisola Akinpelu (retd) made this disclosure at the Command Headquarters, Bolade-Oshodi. “While … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a popular Lagos State socialite, Farida Abdulkabir popularly known as Farida Sobowale, has explained why she wanted to plunge into a lagoon on the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos State. Abdulkabir, the owner of House of Phreedah Bodycare and Spa, a cosmetic care company, cited frustrations, failed marriage and many others … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that two suspected armed robbers, on Thursday, met their waterloo in Lagos State as men of the Nigeria Police Force, Lagos Command, arrested them. The command’s spokesperson made the disclosure in a statement on X (formerly known as Twitter) late Thursday night, but did not mention their names nor the area … Read more
The Alara of Ilara, Epe has made overtures to the Caribbean in the past. The monarch recently installed the High Commissioner of Trinidad and Tobago to Nigeria as the Aare Atunluto of Ilara Kingdom. His latest visit to the Caribbean was aimed at exploring tourism opportunities. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Alara of Ilara, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion at the Lane Inbound Ikorodu General Hospital, Ikorodu, Lagos, for the completion of the Asphalt binder and wearing course of the new slip road. In a statement on Wednesday, the government said the diversion is in continuation of the Junction Improvement … Read more
An office cleaner and clerks were among the recipients. The state governor promised that his administration will continue to reward loyalty, and dedication to excellence. The award ceremony was part of activities marking the 2023 Lagos State Public Service Week. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, rewarded 10 “outstanding … Read more
Alausa and tech expert Lola Ade-John are the ministerial nominees from Lagos State. President Tinubu nominated them earlier in August and the senate confirmed them less than two weeks later. Lagos State is one of only eight states with at least two nominees. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has appointed United States-based … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has restated his administration’s commitment to working closely with experts, organisations, and the global community to ensure that the state remains at the forefront of climate action in the country. Sanwo-Olu stated this on Tuesday at the 10th Summit of the Association of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman, Epe Local Government, Hon (Princess) Surah O. Animashaun, has congratulated Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu on his appointment as the Chairman of Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB). Recall that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the appointment on Tuesday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS Who Will Save Local Governments From The … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appointed Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu as Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB). The governor announced the appointment in a statement issued on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Mr. Gboyega Akosile. EDITOR’S PICKS Who Will Save Local Governments From The Firm … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Army has berated yet-to-be-identified soldiers for attacking an official of the Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA). Viral videos on social media on Monday showed the soldiers with scarves to conceal their identities, and at least two civilians, one of whom also masked his face, attacking a LASTMA … Read more