Wale Raji Receives Certificate Of Return, Pledges Outdo Epe Locals’ Expectations

Wale Raji is currently serving a second term in the House of Representatives. He was elected for a third term in the February 25 national assembly election. The lawmaker was among more than 300 reps-elect who received their certificates of return on Wednesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that Wale Raji, the lawmaker representing Epe Federal … Read more

Guber Election: ‘May Your Victory Usher In A Better Lagos’ – Peter Obi Hails Rhodes-Vivour

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Peter Obi has sent a message to the LP Guber candidate in Lagos. The State Governorship elections is slated for March 11, a few days away. Rhodes-Vivour the Labour Party candidate is hoping to dethrone Sanwo-Olu to become the new Governor of Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Displays ‘Magnanimity’ As Lagos Govt Releases Impounded Vehicles Free Of Charge

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The released vehicles were impounded for traffic violations. The Lagos governor approved the release of the vehicles free of charge. He said the decision is to provide relief for residents affected by the scarcity of cash. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has commenced releasing impounded vehicles to their owners without payment … Read more

Lagos Guber: Even If He Is Igbo, So What? – Reno Slams Critics Of LP Candidate, Rhodes-Vivour

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Reno Omokri has slammed critics of LP Candidate, Rhodes-Vivour in the race for Lagos Guber. Reno pointed out that Rhodes-Vivour name shows that he is one of the original Lagosians. He however stated that he is loyal to the PDP, and urged the people to vote for the PDP candidate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

Elections: Lagos Police To Prosecute Peddlers Of ‘Provocative Content’ On Social Media

In recent days, some social media users have threatened voters in Lagos State to vote in a certain way or stay at home. The police in Lagos say it is aware of such messages. The force urged Nigerians to ignore the “scaremongering” and go out to vote in the March 11 governorship election. Eko Hot … Read more

Bode George Alleges ‘Heinous Plan’ To ‘Eliminate’ Rhodes-Vivour Before Lagos Guber Poll

Rhodes-Vivour is the LP candidate for the 2023 governorship election in Lagos State. Bode George, a chieftain of the PDP, is backing the LP candidate. The election will hold on Saturday, March 11, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, says there is a “heinous plan” … Read more

Vote Sanwo-Olu For Continuity; We Can’t Allow The Green Horns To Determine Our Destiny – Jide Kosoko

Sanwo-Olu is gearing up for a reelection battle. His reelection was expected to be noncompetitive but his party’s loss in the February 25 presidential election in Lagos has complicated his path to victory. The governorship election is set to hold next Saturday, March 11, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, has … Read more

PHOTOS: Sanwo-Olu Inspects Lagos Red Line Rail’s Mega Terminal

Sanwo-Olu inspected the terminal of Lagos Red Line rail. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, inspected the mega terminal of the Red Line rail in the Ikeja area of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS   Issues President-elect Tinubu Must Prioritise Chrisland Schools Denies Alleged Plan To Exhume Whitney Adeniran’s Body ‘It’s … Read more

Chrisland Schools Denies Alleged Plan To Exhume Whitney Adeniran’s Body

Whitney slumped and died at the venue of her school’s inter-house sports event on February 9, 2023. The 12-year-old’s autopsy showed that she died from asphyxia and electrocution. The Lagos government recently kicked against the deceased’s exhumation after plans allegedly emerged to do so. Eko Hot Blog reports that the management of Chrisland Schools has … Read more

‘I’ll Not Let You Down’ — Tinubu Tells Monarchs At Oba Of Lagos Palace

Tinubu was declared winner of the presidential election on Wednesday. He received the certificate of return on Thursday. The APC candidate took his victory lap to the palace of the Oba of Lagos on Sunday. Eko Hot Blog reports that President-elect Bola Tinubu has vowed not to let Lagos monarchs down. He spoke during a … Read more

NDLEA Arrests India-Bound Businessman With 9.40kg Heroin At Lagos Airport

The NDLEA has released the weekly account of its activities. The agency said it made several drug crime-related arrests last week. The arrests took place in Lagos, Taraba, Abuja, Adamawa, and Osun State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a businessman, Kingsley Celestino, at the Murtala Muhammed … Read more

Bode George Reveals Next Move After Vowing To Leave Nigeria If Tinubu Won Presidential Poll

Tinubu won Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election. Bode George had vowed to go on exile if the former Lagos governor won the election. He says he still plans to go on with the move. Eko Hot Blog reports that Bode George, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has said he has not abandoned his … Read more

Court Gives INEC Fresh Directive On Lagos Guber Elections

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Court has given INEC directive on Lagos Guber elections. The court ordered that results will be uploaded immediately after the elections.  The judge fixed March 7 to hear the substantive matter. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to electronically transmit results during … Read more

Is Lagos A ‘No Man’s Land’? Yul Edochie Wades Into Controversy

Social media is a consistent space for heated debates about the status of Lagos State. While some argue that the state is a “no man’s land”, others contend that the state is a Yoruba land. Yul Edochie is the latest figure to join the debate. Eko Hot Blog reports that popular Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, … Read more

My Administration Has Upgraded 970 Public Schools, Digitised 242 Libraries – Sanwo-Olu

Sanwo-Olu has continued his recent daily mentions of his administration’s achievements in the last four years. The latest update focuses on the Lagos government’s achievements in the education sector. The governor is facing an uphill battle to win a second term in office. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reeled … Read more

Lagos Justice Ministry Denies Accusations Of Maladministration, Mistreatment Of Staff

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An online publication recently said the Lagos justice ministry needs “urgent reform.” The publication accused the leadership of the ministry of maladministration and poor treatment of workers. It also claimed that the Special Counsel’s office had complained about unpaid allowances. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Ministry of Ministry of Justice has denied accusations … Read more

My Administration Has Commissioned Over 4,600 Projects; We’ll Do 5,300 More – Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, set for second-term inauguration

Sanwo-Olu is gearing up for a reelection battle. His reelection was expected to be noncompetitive but his party’s loss in the February 25 presidential election in Lagos has complicated his path to victory. Facing a tough reelection battle, the governor is not hesitating to talk about his achievements and his plans for the future. Eko … Read more

Lagos: ‘You’ve Been Benevolent To Igbos’ – Ohanaeze Endorses Sanwo-Olu For Second Term

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Ohanaeze has backed Sanwo-Olu for a second term. The Lagos Governor will be hoping to win the Guber elections, and complete his second tenure.   According to the Ohanaeze, Sanwo-Olu has been kind to Igbos in Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State chapter of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo has backed the re-election bid of … Read more

Lagos Guber: Christian Community Backs Sanwo-Olu For Second Term

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A Christian Community has backed Sanwo-Olu in Lagos. The governor hopes to win the state once more, to complete his second tenure. PFB leaders urged Christians to vote massively for the APC candidate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Christians have publicly backed the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for a second term, saying he … Read more

‘It’s An Era Of Massive Growth For Lagos’ — Sanwo-Olu Reels Out Achievements

Sanwo-Olu is gearing up for a reelection battle. His reelection was expected to be noncompetitive but his party’s loss in the February 25 presidential election in Lagos has complicated his path to victory. The governorship election is set to hold next Saturday, March 11, 2023. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, … Read more