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N5 Billion Palliative: Ogun Government Assures Of Transparency

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N5 billion palliative

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ogun State Commissioner of Finance, Dapo Okubadejo, has reassured citizens that the government will maintain transparency in the distribution of the state N5 billion palliative program. Okubadejo made these remarks during a discussion organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Ogun state on Thursday. The forum aimed to hold … Read more

Abiodun and Saraki Praise Adeboye’s Virtues on His 82nd Birthday.

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Eko Hot Blog reports that on Saturday, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and former Senate President Bukola Saraki praised Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, as an outstanding leader whose teachings have had a positive impact on numerous lives. Editor’s Pick We Need Peace – Katsina Residents Take A … Read more

Ogun Government Warns Residents Against Bogus Online Cash Palliative

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ogun State Government has alerted residents to a fraudulent message circulating online claiming Governor Dapo Abiodun is offering 10,000 Naira cash palliatives per person. The scam message provides a link urging people to apply and share the information. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player … Read more

Prophet And Six Accomplices Apprehended In Ogun For Suspected Ritual Killing

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Eko Hot Blog reports that in a significant breakthrough, the Ogun Police Command has arrested a seven-member gang, including a self-proclaimed prophet, suspected of engaging in the illicit trade of human parts and performing money rituals. EDITOR’S PICKS Full List Of AFCON Awards As Ekong Wins Player Of The Tournament REVEALED! How Model Of Aircraft … Read more

Herbalists And Prophets Apprehended In Ogun State For Woman’s Murder

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alamutu, paraded two herbalists, Moses Abidemi and Oluwo Samuel Monday, as well as two alleged priests of Cherubim and Seraph Church, Prophet Peter Oluwalolese and Prophet Jamiu Yusuf, over the killing of one Sulaimon Adijat, aged 35, for money ritual purposes. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more

Dapo Abiodun Lifts Ban On NURTW Operations In Ogun

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Eko Hot Blog reports that Ogun State Government under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun, has revoked the ban on the activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) within the State. The Commissioner for Transportation in the state, Gbenga Dairo, confirmed the new development to the Union’s National leadership on Friday. He … Read more

Legendary Nigerian Actor, Folk Singer Jimi Solanke Passes On At 81

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Eko Hot Blog reports that a popular Nigerian folk singer and veteran actor, Jimi Solanke, has been pronounced dead. Solanke, popularly known as Uncle Jimi, was said to have died on Monday morning at the age of 81 in Ogun State. The lawmaker representing Remo North State Constituency at the Ogun State House of Assembly, … Read more

Fire Razes Lagos Sawmill, Destroys Goods Worth Millions Of Naira

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Eko Hot Blog reports that a raging fire on Sunday gutted a sawmill located along Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, by Awori Bus Stop, Abule Egba, Lagos.

The inferno destroyed planks and other items valued at millions of Naira.

The personnel of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and other emergency responders were battling to put out the raging fire as at 6pm on Sunday.

Firefighters at the scene of the inferno

The immediate or remote cause of the incident could not be ascertained as at the time of filling in this report.

However, according to eyewitness, the fire brokeout at about 3:47 pm at the sawmill occupying a vast land in the area.

Affected traders, who stormed the burning market, were seen trying to salvage their goods from the inferno.

The Director, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, said that the situation had been brought under control with the fire contained from spreading beyond the sawmill.

A Nigerian firefighter

“Fortunately, no casualty recorded in the incident,” Adeseye confirmed.

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Insurgency: 15 States Join Forces, Enlist 50,000 Vigilantes To Counter Kidnapping

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Eko Hot Blog reports that 15 state Governors have organized vigilante squads totaling 52,106 members, in a bid to counter the widespread activities of kidnappers and bandits. According to the PUNCH, officials from Delta, Kano, Plateau, Sokoto, and 11 other states informed that their governors have formed a coalition comprising vigilantes, hunters, and neighborhood watch … Read more

Gbenga Omotoso Affirms Sanwo-Olu’s Confidence In Fourth Mainland Bridge Project

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Omotosho highlighted Sanwo-Olu’s confirmation of the groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for April 2024. Omotoso affirmed that the Construction Company is competent and can handle the project. The Commissioner revealed that Government will rehabilitate damaged roads across the State. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, has affirmed Governor Babajide … Read more

75th Founder’s Day: ‘Molusians Have Been Part of Nigeria’s Narrative’ — TJ Abass

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Abass sees the award received as a validation from his root. He reminisced on his set’s celebration of their 50th year anniversary of leaving Molusi College. Abass lauded the generosity of Molusians towards making the Founder’s Day anniversary a success. Eko Hot Blog reports that Otunba TJ Abass has expressed his gratitude after being recognised … Read more

Molusi College At 75: Adegbenga Kaka Seeks Govt Support To Enhance Educational Initiatives

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Sen. Kaka expressed pride at the transformation of Molusi College championed by the alumni. Kaka stressed the importance of government intervention to ensure a solid educational foundation for future generations. He pledged his unwavering support for the school’s growth. Eko Hot Blog reports that Senator Adegbenga Sefiu Kaka has advocated for more funds from the … Read more

Molusi College’s 75th Founder’s Day: Awards Are Motivation To Provide More Support – MOCOSA

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Odeniyi acknowledged members who contributed to the success of the 75th Founder’s Day celebration. Recognition awards were presented to Molusians who have made great contributions and impact. Abass, Hussein, Odugbesan, Ogunbanjo and others were recognised and awarded. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Molusi College Old Students Association (MOCOSA) has called on members to renew … Read more

MOCOSA’s 75th Founder’s Day: Femi Talabi, Olaide Fowosere, Others Celebrate Successful Fundraising

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Talabi expressed gratitude for the generous funds raised during the ceremony.   Fowosere reiterated that Molusi College has produced great Nigerians in all areas.   Abass reflected on his set’s 50th reunion celebration last year with joy.   Eko Hot Blog reports that members of the Molusi College Old Student Association (MOCOSA) have celebrated the … Read more

Alumni Unite: Molusi College Marks 75th Founder’s Day With Grand Gala

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Kukoyi expressed gratitude for the grace given to all present to witness the epoch occasion. Ogunaike emphasized the critical role of alumni in sustaining schools amidst reduced government participation. Lawson challenged the prevailing trend of governments taking credit for the efforts of others, especially in the educational sector. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Molusi … Read more

Nigerian Soldier Commits Suicide In Ogun Over ‘Unpaid Allowances’

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Eko Hot Blog reports that an operative of the Nigerian Army, attached to 35 Artillery Brigade, Alamala, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Boyi ThankGod, has allegedly shot himself in the head and died immediately. A source in the Army, who pleaded for anonymity, said the soldier killed himself while on standby duty on Monday, the day Nigeria … Read more

Gov Abiodun Seeks FG’s Approval For Free Trade Zone In Remo

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has implored the federal government to grant permission for the Remo Economic Zone to function as a free trade zone. Abiodun made the appeal on Tuesday when he hosted the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, and her delegation in … Read more

Ogun Police Arrest Pastor For Allegedly Defiling 14-Year-Old Girl

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Eko Hot Blog reports that a Pastor identified as Clinton John has been arrested by operatives of the Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Police Force over alleged sexual abuse of a 14-year-old girl. The arrest was made following a report from the victim’s family, who became suspicious after their daughter was treated for recurring … Read more

FG Approves Recruitment Of 200 Medical Staff At Federal Medical Centre Ogun

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FG Approves Recruitment

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has approved the recruitment of 200 medical and clinical staff at the Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The recruitment, it was gathered, is part of the government’s efforts to replace health workers who have migrated to foreign nations from the FMC in Abeokuta in recent … Read more

FG Shutdowns Factory In Ogun Over Safety Violations

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government through the Ministry of Labour and Employment has ordered the immediate closure of a Metal Manufacturing Company, ‘Gbara’, near Sotubo, in Sagamu local government area of Ogun State, for exposing its workers to health hazards. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon.Nkeiruka Onyejeocha made the … Read more

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