Eko Hot Blog reports that the first transshipment vessel has berthed at the Lekki seaport, Lagos State. The port announced the development in a statement late Thursday evening. According to the port’s management, the vessel, CMA CGM RIMBAUD, sailed from the Far East and berthed in Lagos around 1pm on Thursday. “The Lady, CMA CGM … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Thursday in Lagos said he could have chosen to maintain the hitherto multiple foreign exchange systems and benefit from it, but instead opted to unify the official and parallel market rates to save the country from financial hemorrhage. Speaking at a reception organised in his honour … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Thursday night expressed excitement to see former governor of Lagos state, Akinwunmi Ambode. Ambode was at the Lagos House, Marina, to honour an invitation to the reception held in honour of the president. Tinubu had on Tuesday returned to Lagos after a seven-day trip abroad. Ambode’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has again reiterated its commitment to ensuring that residents of the state are safe and protected from avoidable loss of lives and properties emanating from ignorance, disobedience, lackadaisical attitudes and unlawful practices regarding pipeline vandalism across the state. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Energy and Mineral … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the trio of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and former Lagos governors Akinwunmi Ambode and Babatunde Fashola were on Thursday seen together for the first time in years. The governor and former governors met at the State Reception held in honour of President Bola Tinubu at Lagos House, Marina, on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Lagos State after a short trip to Ogun State to meet with traditional rulers. EDITOR’S PICKS Shehu Sani Slams Wike’s Appointment Obsession, Questions APC’s Focus Arewa Women, APC Governors Back Tajudeen Abbas As House Speaker Apple Unveils Revolutionary Mixed Reality Headset, Challenges Meta’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Special Adviser on Digital Media to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mr Olusegun Dada has clarified the large size convoy that accompanied the President from Muritala Muhammad Airport on Tuesday. The president was received at the presidential wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) by Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Special Taskforce on Land Grabbers has intervened in the case of Ms. Maria Laguda, a lady who has alleged that some alleged land grabbers are trying to take her grandfather’s property away from her. In an interview with Linda Ikeji Blog, she said the alleged land grabbers … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Isheri Police Station of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a man over alleged armed robbery. The police spokesperson in Lagos, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Epe Senior Citizens Shower Prayers On Wale Raji As Lawmaker Shares Cash … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) says it has successfully carried out a non-surgical repair of a hole-in-heart defect. The hospital made the disclosure in a statement on Tuesday, asserting the procedure is a first-of-its-kind in a public tertiary health institution in Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS Epe Senior Citizens Shower … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Establishments and Training is scheduled to commence bilateral discussion with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) on July 10, 2023, as part of the preparation for the 2024 Personnel Budget estimates. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Olawale Musa, made the disclosure in a statement … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Dayo Israel, a witness at the Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, on Monday, testified that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his wife, Ibijoke, were allowed to vote despite their invalid voter cards. The tribunal heard the witness in the petition brought against Sanwo-Olu, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offenses Unit (Lagos Task Force), CSP Shola Jejeloye, has said that the agency will do all it takes in ensuring that environmental degraders scattered across various parts of the state are either brought to book or made to leave the state. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has opened the “Eko Haven,” a shelter for survivors of domestic violence in the state. The Lagos DSVA opened the facility over the weekend, saying it was part of the state government’s commitment to ensuring holistic support is provided to survivors … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Special Task Force on Land Grabbers says it has received about 7,000 petitions against land grabbers in the state, since it was set up. The Lagos State Government created the task force in 2016. EDITOR’S PICKS LASU Loses Prominent Professor, Lai Oso, To Fatal Auto Crash NDLEA Intercepts … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that representatives of Lagos State Government, the British Deputy High Commission, C40 cities and other stakeholders over the weekend met to collaborate on effective ways of getting major stakeholders’ buy-in and ensure the development of a robust policy document that will translate into a cleaner and healthier environment statewide. Addressing the … Read more
In Ajegunle, Lagos, a naval officer has been shot and killed by unidentified gunmen, causing fear and apprehension among residents. The officer was ambushed while walking in the area, and the identity of the shooters and their motive remains unclear. The Nigerian Navy has cautioned its officers against seeking revenge, while the police have confirmed … Read more
President Tinubu is set to return to Nigeria just in time for the Sallah celebrations after his scheduled arrival on Tuesday. A source close to the Presidency confirmed that the President will be home in time for the Salah Celebration holiday. Tinubu participated in a summit in Paris and made a short private visit to … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted two imported consignments of Loud, a strong strain of cannabis, with a combined weight of 5,344.1 kilograms along the Epe-Lekki corridor and Alfa beach, Lekki area of Lagos State. The NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi made … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Professor Muraino Olayiwola Oso (popularly known as Lai Owo) of the Mass Communication Department at the School of Communication, Lagos State University, has died. The 67-year-old varsity don reportedly died in a fatal auto crash on Saturday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS NDLEA Intercepts Drug-laden Truck, Seizes 5, 344kg Imported Skunk In … Read more