The Lagos State Government has confirmed that its second rail project, the Red Line, will officially commence commercial operations on October 15. This announcement was made in a statement signed by Kolawole Ojelabi, Head of Corporate Communication at the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), and shared via the agency’s X account. The statement was … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Lagos State Health District III has teamed up with Epe Local Government to spread the word about an upcoming vaccination campaign. The meeting was held at the Epe Local Government Secretariat, where important community leaders gathered to talk about vaccines for yellow fever, measles, human papillomavirus (HPV), and polio. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, … Read more
Petroleum marketers have confirmed that the recent fuel price hike by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is a direct result of the complete removal of subsidies on Premium Motor Spirit (petrol). The NNPCL has now raised pump prices to ₦1,030 per litre in Abuja and ₦998 per litre in Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has launched a new initiative to help eliminate Tuberculosis (TB) in Lagos State. During the event, the First Lady appointed the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, as a Community Champion and Ambassador for TB elimination … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Health District III today convened a stakeholder meeting aimed at sensitizing residents on the importance of mass vaccination. The meeting, held at the NUT Hall in Ibeju-Agbe, was attended by top health officials, community leaders, and the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, who … Read more
Nigerians are bracing for a steep increase in petrol prices following the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPC Ltd) decision to end its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery, according to a report by Premium Times. The shift is expected to drive the cost of petrol to a minimum of ₦991.21 per litre from the … Read more
Miss Queen, the mother of Nigerian musician Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, has made an emotional plea to singer Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, for forgiveness following her son’s reported disappearance. This comes just days after Darlington shared a video online criticizing the Afrobeats star. In a heartfelt video posted on Instagram, Miss … Read more
Popular activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has confirmed that singer and social media sensation, Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, is currently being detained by the Nigerian Police Force in Abuja. Adeyanju revealed that Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, was arrested in Lagos last Friday and later transferred to Abuja, where he has … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, led by Permanent Secretary Mrs. Toyin Atekoja, recently toured the historic Sungbo-Eredo archaeological site located on the campus of Augustine University, Ilara-Epe, Lagos State. This visit followed the LiDAR Data Presentation Workshop held earlier in August, which highlighted the significance of the extensive … Read more
The Lagos State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended the chairman of Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon, with immediate effect. The suspension was announced in a statement on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Eromosele Ebhomele. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student … Read more
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted 13.298 million opioid pills, including Tramadol, Tramaking Quick Action, Tamol-X, Royal Tapentadol, and Carisoprodol, along with 338,253 bottles of codeine-based cough syrup, at the Onne Port in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to a statement by NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, the seized drugs have … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to ban single-use plastics, including PET bottles and sachet water, starting January 2025 to tackle the growing plastic waste problem in the state. This follows a prior ban on styrofoam in January 2024 across government establishments and the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on … Read more
Emirates Airlines has resumed operations in Lagos, landing at Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA) on Tuesday, marking its return after a two-year suspension. The airline halted flights due to several unresolved issues, including trapped funds. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System Project Shamim Ahmed: Student Ally of Bangladesh’s Ex-Prime Minister … Read more
The House of Representatives has summoned the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Comptroller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Bobrisky, VeryDarkMan, and all officers involved in prosecuting the case against Bobrisky. In a letter issued by the Lead Chairman of the joint committee, Jon Ginger Onwusibe, on Friday, the summons … Read more
Authorities in Lagos have summoned three police officers for questioning following allegations of extorting one million naira from corps members. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking Champions League Career EKO HOT BLOG reports that these claims surfaced after … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Lagos State has commenced its 3rd Quarter Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) at the Ibeju-Lekki Health Center. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating Son in Abia Fubara Regains Freedom After 11 Days in … Read more
Lagos State Government has expressed gratitude to its residents for creating an environment of peace and cooperation, which has played a vital role in enabling the execution of numerous life-enhancing projects. According to the government, the peaceful coexistence among Lagosians has been instrumental in pushing forward key developments, especially in infrastructure, healthcare, and social welfare. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the President of the Lagos State branch of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Comrade Ogunfowora Sewanu Sunday, has called on the Lagos State Government to pay Local Government workers the newly approved ₦70,000 minimum wage without delay. Speaking at a Workers’ Forum held at the Epe Local Government … Read more
Popular Nigerian Islamic singer Rukayat Gawat Oyefeso is set to be buried on Tuesday following her recent passing. A source close to the family confirmed that the singer died on Tuesday after a brief illness. The Solatul Janazzah (Prayer for the Dead) was held for the late artist in Ojota, Lagos State, earlier on Tuesday. … Read more
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), led by President Bola Tinubu, convened on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja. This meeting marked the first since President Tinubu’s return from his recent foreign trips and was attended by ministers and other council members. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold … Read more