Nigeria’s boxing prodigy, Raheem Animashaun, widely known as ‘Baddo,’ has become the youngest boxing champion in West Africa after clinching the West African Boxing Union light-welterweight title on Sunday at the Gymnasium Hall of the National Institute for Sports in Lagos. The 16-year-old sensation secured a victory via a sixth-round technical knockout against Ghana’s Richman … Read more
Lagos State Government has emphasized the importance of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) victims speaking out to access necessary support, rather than suffering in silence. Dr. Mustapha Quadri, the Medical Director and CEO of Somolu General Hospital, delivered this message to patients and the general public during a recent awareness campaign. The hospital’s social welfare … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Epe Waterfront at Marina came alive as volunteers united for World Cleanup Day 2024. Organized by the Lagos State Youth Parliament (LSYP) and the Federation of Environmental Development and Sustainable Activities (FEDSA), the event drew a remarkable turnout of community members eager to make a positive impact. Participants worked together … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Rep. Wale Raji has celebrated the birthday of Yeye Olufunke Olusanya, the Lagos East APC Vice Chairman, commending her remarkable journey from grassroots activism in Eredo LCDA to her current leadership position. In a heartfelt message, Rep. Raji highlighted her dedication and commitment to the development of her community and Lagos State. … Read more
About 120 universities from Nigeria and 36 others from across Africa have begun arriving in Lagos for the 11th edition of the All-Africa University Games. The event, co-hosted by the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Lagos State University, will run from Friday, September 20 (today), through September 29. The opening ceremony is scheduled to take … Read more
Popular Nigerian gospel singer Dele Agbeyo, known professionally as Dele Gold, has been laid to rest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Gold passed away on September 11 after a brief illness. His burial ceremony took place at his residence in Abule Egba, Lagos, and was attended by prominent figures. Notable attendees included Nollywood actor Saidi … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Dapo Dawodu, Chairman of the Parents’ Forum of Lagos Model Colleges, has expressed concerns over the Lagos State government’s recent hike in boarding fees, describing the N100,000 per term charge as exorbitant. He highlighted the financial strain the increase places on parents, and questioned the transparency in managing the funds, alleging … Read more
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning about a looming building collapse at the Mopol 20 Barracks in Ikeja. The state’s emergency management agency, LASEMA, is preparing to initiate an urgent evacuation of the old block 3 section of the barracks due to the deteriorating structural integrity. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows … Read more
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has once again condemned the ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza, describing them as genocidal and a violation of Palestinian human rights. Speaking virtually at the 2024 Aqsa Day event organized by the Muslim Awareness International (MAI) in Lagos on Monday, Fani-Kayode criticized Israeli aggression, which has reportedly resulted in … Read more
David Akinade, a first-time competitor, has made history by clinching gold in the Shot Put event with a remarkable throw of 7.74 meters. This impressive feat is a testament to the Lagos State government’s commitment to nurturing talents and providing opportunities for athletes with disabilities to shine. The athletics trio of Fashola Abiodun, Akinwuwo Oladeji, … Read more
The prices of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) ranged between N897 and N980 per litre at major filling stations in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, as of Monday morning. An EKO HOT BLOG correspondent visited several major filling stations, including those operated by Independent Petroleum Marketers and NNPCL, revealing that pump prices per litre ranged from … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that petrol supplied by the Dangote Refinery will be sold at different prices across the country, with northern regions facing the highest rates. In a Monday statement titled “NNPC Ltd Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery Based on September 2024 Pricing,” NNPC spokesperson … Read more
Parents of boarding students at Eva Adelaja Girls Grammar School in Bariga, Lagos, staged a protest on Sunday against the Lagos State government’s decision to increase boarding fees from N35,000 to N100,000. The demonstrators, who assembled in large numbers, chanted slogans and called for an immediate reversal of the fee hike. They made it clear … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has commenced the lifting of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from the Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. Over the weekend, more than 100 NNPCL trucks arrived at the refinery, with the first batch of petrol successfully loaded. The Dangote Group confirmed this development through … Read more
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the appointment of new substantive commissioners of police for the states of Abia, Lagos, Ebonyi, and Akwa Ibom. This decision follows recent promotions of senior police officers, which created vacancies in these key positions, according to a statement from PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani. … Read more
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to close and reroute traffic on the Eko Bridge to facilitate urgent repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works. The closure will begin on Monday, September 16, and is expected to last for eight weeks, with the bridge fully reopening in the second week of November. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Tayo Ayinde, Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday visited St. Peters Anglican Primary School in Ikeja, his alma mater, to mark his 60th birthday. During the visit, Ayinde donated exercise books to the students and commended the teachers for their commitment and dedication to education. EDITOR’S … Read more
A 55-year-old woman, identified only as Ifeoma, reportedly died shortly after collapsing while sharing a testimony at the Ministry Church in Ejigbo, Lagos State. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the incident occurred around 8:48 am during Sunday service on September 8, 2024. Ifeoma collapsed just moments after starting her testimony. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly … Read more
The Oloja-Elect of Lagos, Prince Abiola Kosoko, has countered the notion that Lagos State is a “No Man’s Land”. He made this declaration recently during the King Kosoko Memorial Lecture held on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Glover Memorial Hall, Marina, Lagos Island. Addressing a gathering of notable dignitaries, including the Olu Epe of Epe, … Read more
The successful recovery of seven-month-old Abdul Fatai Edu, who was kidnapped from Epe, Lagos, has been attributed to the timely and impactful reporting by EKO HOT BLOG. The incident, which occurred last Friday, saw chaos erupt in Epe when Abdul Fatai was abducted by a neighbor, Jimoh Barakat Tolani. Tolani had persuaded the infant’s mother, … Read more