Sadness rented the air around the Okegun Odofin area of Ibeju-Lekki on Tuesday. A trailer had knocked down a primary school teacher. The victim died on the spot. Eko Hot Blog reports that a primary school teacher breathed his last on Tuesday after a trailer hit him in the Okegun Odofin area of Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos … Read more
A bus conveying civil servants collided with an oncoming train in the morning of March 9, 2023. The Lagos bus-train collision accident involved 102 people, with two dying at the scene and four passing away at the hospital during resuscitation. The driver of the bus, who was blamed for the accident, has been arraigned on … Read more
The Lekki-Epe Free Trade Zone corridor, like other ports, is notorious for traffic congestion. However, the Lagos government has taken a significant step in fixing the problem by adopting the e-call up system. The system ensures that the access of articulated trucks to the corridor is controlled. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government … Read more
May 1 of every year is set aside for the celebration of workers worldwide. The Lagos government joined workers in celebrating the 2023 edition yesterday. The state promised to resolve all outstanding welfare issues. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare … Read more
Lagos residents are currently experiencing water outage. The water corporation has confirmed that it is aware of the disruption. The agency blamed the problem on a technical fault at its major power supply plant. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has announced a major water disruption in the state. In a … Read more
A spate of building collapses in recent weeks has put the Lagos government on edge. The government has been forced into a spree of demolishing illegal buildings. It said affected buildings violated the state’s building codes. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has pulled down 13 illegal buildings in … Read more
The federal government says the reconstruction work on the final stretch of the route is progressing satisfactorily. It, therefore, asked that motorists exercise patience as the work progresses. The government also disclosed that the work within OPIC area, between Kara Bridge and Long Bridge is completed and will be opened to traffic today, Sunday, April … Read more
The police in Lagos have nabbed a couple who faked their kidnap. The couple allegedly used the fake kidnap scheme to try to extort N5 million from their relatives in the United Kingdom. However, the scheme failed after police officers found the “kidnapped” wife at the couple’s home during an investigation. Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more
By Bashorun J.K Randle The indigenes of Lagos are clearly under threat of not just extinction or marginalization / oppression but outrageous distortion of our history. It was my grandmother who about seventy years ago delivered judgement on the matter as follows: EDITOR’S PICK Buhari Under Pressure From NLC To Intervene For Nigerians Trapped In … Read more
The Lagos governor continues to pitch his government as one that prioritises bringing in investments. At a recent event, Sanwo-Olu stated that the state needs private sector players to utilise the opportunities in the state. He also noted that his administration is looking to make Lagos a hub for innovation and talent. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
A LASTMA officer was recently seen at Odo Iyalaro Bridge in Lagos channeling floodwater with his bare hands. His action came after a heavy downpour had caused floodwater to overflow, causing traffic congestion. The officer’s move helped to ease traffic. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adekunle Ajayi, the Chief Executive Officer of Ajayi Adekunle & … Read more
Public electricity cables have been subjects of theft in recent times. Some suspected thieves stole some cables in the Alausa area of Lagos recently. However, the police have taken them into custody. Eko Hot Blog reports that operatives of Alausa Division of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested five suspects for vandalising Lagos State … Read more
Tobun clocked 60 years old on April 25, 2023. The Epe lawmaker chose to celebrate his milestone in a unique way. The politician went to the seniors’ home to celebrate the occasion. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Mustain Abiodun Tobun, the member representing Epe Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, took … Read more
A housewife recently alleged that a spare parts dealer in Ladipo Market assaulted her. The Lagos police commissioner personally waded into the conflict after the victim curiously recanted her allegations. Afterwards, the police chief concluded that the man and his accomplice had a case to answer. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police … Read more
Two weeks ago, a seven-storey building on Banana Island crumbled to the ground. The building collapse, which killed one, elicited furious reactions from several Nigerians, including the Lagos governor. The governor subsequently ordered the demolition of illegal buildings on the island. Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) … Read more
Lagos has a law that prohibits street begging and is vowing to heighten its enforcement as some elements continue to flout it. A woman was recently convicted for using babies to aid her street begging operation. The court did not give the convict the option of a fine. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State … Read more
A 32-year-old woman has been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment by a Federal High Court in Lagos for trafficking in banned substances. Oladitan Olufunmilayo pleaded guilty to all five counts of drug trafficking against her, and the judge handed down the sentence according to the sections of the law she was charged with. The convict’s … Read more
Hon. Tobun clocked 60 today, April 25. The Lagos East senator has sent a congratulatory message to his fellow lawmaker. Both lawmakers are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Eko Hot Blog reports that the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has congratulated Hon. Mustainu Abiodun Tobun, Lagos … Read more
On March 18, 2023, Hon. Mustainu Abiodun Tobun was reelected to represent Epe State Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly. Hon. Tobun, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), polled a whopping 14,799 votes to defeat his nearest challenger, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who polled 1,630 votes. … Read more
The Mafoluku area of Lagos was thrown into shock Monday evening. A regular meat hawker around the area reportedly slumped and died on duty. The police said there appeared to be no foul play in his demise. Eko Hot Blog reports that a yet-to-be-identified male meat seller has slumped and died while attending to a … Read more