Sanwo-Olu, Hamzat, Others Grace 10th Year Remembrance Of Tinubu’s Mother In Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, his wife, Ibijoke; Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, his wife, Oluremi; Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, his wife, Falilat; Iyaloja-General, Chief (Mrs) Folasade Tinubu-Ojo

President Tinubu’s mother died on June 15, 2013. Ten years later, the president’s family, friends, and associates joined him in remembering his mother. The Lagos governor, clerics, market leaders, and others paid tributes to the late Iyaloja, Abibatu Mogaji. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government on Thursday organised 10th year remembrance Fidau … Read more

‘Make A Positive Difference’ — Epe Ogunmodede Club Charges Abiru, Wale Raji, Tobun, Shabi

President of Epe Ogunmodede Club, Barrister Omodele Ibrahim

Abiru, Wale Raji, Tobun, and Shabi are lawmakers from Lagos State. While Abiru and Raji serve in the national assembly, Tobun and Shabi serve in the state assembly. The Epe Ogunmodede Club has provided the lawmakers with some words of advice. Eko Hot Blog reports that Barrister Omodele Ibrahim, the President of Epe Ogunmodede Club, … Read more

Aminat Yusuf Sets New LASU Record With Perfect 5.00 CGPA

LASU best graduating student of all time, Aminat Yusuf

Eko Hot Blog reports that Aminat Imoitesemeh Yusuf, a graduate of the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, has set a new record for Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) in the institution by graduating with a perfect 5.00 CGPA. The Vice-Chancellor of LASU, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, made the disclosure at a pre-convocation briefing on Wednesday. EDITOR’S … Read more

Lagos Inaugurates 17-Member Squad To Uproot Youth Restiveness, Child Marriage

The 17-Member Technical Working Group for the Lagos State Youth Policy

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has reiterated its determination to eradicate youth restiveness, child marriage and other practices negatively affecting youth development in the state. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Pharm. (Mrs.) Toyin Oke-Osanyintolu, made this known at the inauguration of the Technical Working Group (TWG) for … Read more

WATCH: ‘You’ll Be Called To Serve’ — Sanwo-Olu Showers Encomiums On Ambode At 60th Birthday Party

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode

Ambode clocked 60 on Wednesday.  Sanwo-Olu was one of the friends, family, and acquaintances who joined the former Lagos governor in celebrating the milestone.  The former rivals had kind words for each other. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, sang praises of his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode, at his 60th … Read more

PHOTOS: Sanwo-Olu Graces Ambode’s 60th Birthday Party

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode

Ambode clocked 60 on Wednesday.  He celebrated the milestone with a birthday party at his residence.  His former rival and incumbent governor was around to celebrate with him. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, graced the birthday party of his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode to celebrate his Diamond Jubilee with … Read more

Akinwunmi Ambode: 60 Garlands For A Seasoned & Transformative Administrator

Ambode's chef Former Governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode

Akinwunmi Ambode left office as the governor of Lagos State four years ago, leaving behind an enduring legacy of transformational growth and development. He turns 60 today, June 14, 2023, and he deserves to be celebrated by all lovers of good and citizen-friendly governance. He is in the exclusive club of leaders who made transformational … Read more

Lagos Govt Flags Off ‘Use The Toilet Campaign’ To Curb Open Defecation

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government on Tuesday flagged off the “Clean Nigeria: Use The Toilet” Campaign in Apapa Local Government as part of efforts to end open defecation nationwide by 2025. Speaking during the flag-off held at the Legislative Hall of Apapa Local Government, the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, … Read more

Sanwo-Olu At June 12 Forum: ‘Time To De-emphasise Religion, Enthrone Competence In Politics’

The nation celebrated Democracy Day on Monday. It was a day to commemorate the presumed election of the late MKO Abiola as Nigeria’s president on June 12, 1993. The Lagos governor led pro-democracy campaigners in tributes, wreath laying in honour of the late Abiola. Eko Hot Blog reports that struggles led by pro-democracy activists three … Read more

Hajj 2023: Lagos Reschedules Airlifting Of Intending Pilgrims To Later Date

Pilgrims entering a Flynas aircraft en route Saudi Arabia

Eko Hot Blog reports that the ongoing airlifting of Lagos State intending pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2023 holy pilgrimage exercise has been rescheduled to June 14th and 15th. According to a statement posted on the state government’s website late Monday night, Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi, the immediate past Commissioner for Home … Read more

Lagos Govt Intensifies Community Electrification Programme, Engages Stakeholders In Alimosho

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has organised a stakeholders’ engagement in Alimosho Local Government Area in continuation of the state government’s efforts to ensure adequate power supply to Lagos residents through various interventions. The state government made the disclosure in a statement Sunday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS   … Read more

Lagos Govt Intensifies Moves To Curb Indiscriminate Parking, Highlights Intervention Efforts

Roadside parking in Lagos

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment towards providing a coordinated parking system through strategic regulations and monitoring of parking infrastructure. The General Manager, Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu, reiterated the commitment on Radio Lagos’s programme “AWAYE” on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS   Tinubu Suspends Emefiele As CBN Governor … Read more

Lagos Moves To Enhance Supply Of Wholesome Beef As Sanwo-Olu Approves 750Ha Cattle Feedlot In Epe

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has said strategic plans are being developed and implemented to bridge the annual 1.380 million deficit in red meat consumption as part of measures to boost food security across the state and also enhance the supply of wholesome beef in Lagos. According to a statement issued … Read more

Lagos Teenager In Court For Allegedly Stealing SUV

Eko Hot Blog reports that a teenager, Lekan Wasiu, has landed at the Ogudu Magistrates Court in Lagos State over attempted theft. Prosecutors accused Wasiu of attempting to steal a GAC Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV). EDITOR’S PICKS   Tinubu Suspends Emefiele As CBN Governor Meet Folashodun Adebisi Shonubi, The Trained Mechanical Engineer Who Is Now Acting … Read more

FACT CHECK: Did Sanwo-Olu Direct LASTMA Officers To Stop Arresting Motorists?

LASTMA officers near a commercial vehicle

Recently, there were speculations that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to stop arresting motorists in the state. LASTMA, the state’s top traffic law enforcement agency, is widely known for its aggressive enforcement of traffic laws. EDITOR’S PICKS   ICYMI: Lagos Isn’t No Man’s Land; HoA Will Pass … Read more

Lagos Police Intensify Crackdown On Cable Thieves As RRS Operatives Arrest 8

Seven suspects; Kamalu Mohammed. Usman Lawal, Ibrahim Salisu, Hassan Salisu, Zulkiful Sani, Umar Haruna, and Amadu Muazu, caught during attempt to steal cables

Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested eight suspected cable thieves. The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the disclosure in a statement on Friday. EDITOR’S PICKS   ICYMI: Lagos Isn’t No Man’s Land; HoA Will Pass New Property Laws Protecting Indigenes – … Read more

Lagos To Commence Implementation Research Of Equitable Digital First Care Through Telehealth

The Lagos State Government has completed plans to develop a telehealth model as part of efforts to sustain the implementation of various interventions aimed at improving access to Primary Health Care (PHC) in the State and pathways to the underserved population. EDITOR’S PICKS   Why IPOB Banned Lawyer, Ejimakor, Others From Visiting Nnamdi Kanu In Cell … Read more

Lagos College Of Health Announces Timeline For Admission Process

LASCOHET

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State College of Health Technology (LASCOHET) has announced the timeline for the admission process for the 2023/2024 Session. According to a statement issued by the state government on Thursday, the college commenced the process of accepting applications from qualified and interested persons for admission to study Diploma and … Read more

How Lagos DSVA, Police Plan To Curb Sexual, Domestic Violence In Lagos

Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Idowu Owohunwa and the Executive Secretary of DSVA, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi,

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening collaborative efforts with the State Police Command towards curbing the menace of domestic and sexual violence as well as providing necessary support to victims of abuse. According to a statement posted on the state government’s … Read more

‘Learning From The Best:’ Cameroon Team In Lagos To Understudy Technical, Vocational Education Administration

Cameroon Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education team and LASTVEB officials in Lagos

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB), in collaboration with the German Agency for International Development (GIZ), has hosted a team from the Cameroon Ministry of Youth Affairs and Civic Education. According to a statement issued by the state government on Wednesday, the team were in Lagos to … Read more