Eko hot blog reports that Frustrated by ongoing bandit attacks, residents of Wurna village took to the streets, blocking the Katsina-Dutsinma highway. Editor’s pick: Police Deny Arresting Lagos Men “For Playing Ludo’, Reveals Reason How Troops Arrested 271 Suspects In Plateau – Police Eguavoen, Amuneke, Others Linked To Super Eagles Job As Peseiro Quit The … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ogun State government has purchased 100 truckloads of rice to be sold at cheaper rates to residents of the state to cushion the effect of the rise in the prices of goods in the country. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this on Thursday while speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abeokuta, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on the eve of 31st December 2023 led residents in the countdown celebration for the new year at the Sol Beach, Oniru, one of the locations of the just concluded #GreaterLagosFiesta, to create a memorable start for 2024. The celebration featured appearances by top … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that gridlock gripped some parts of the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway on Wednesday as Lagos State residents of adjoining communities protested to demand an immediate repair of some sections of the road. Led by human rights activists, under the auspices of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, the protesters lamented the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that residents have attributed the massive turnout of voters in Kogi Central for Saturday’s governorship election to the love they have for Gov. Yahaya Bello and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Alhaji Usman Ododo. Some of those interviewed expressed happiness over the development. EDITOR’S PICKS Imo LP Candidate Athan Achonu … Read more
In the heart of Ketu, Lagos, a once-vibrant school-turned-residential building known as Agboye Estate now stands as a haunting symbol of abandonment and peril. The recent partial collapse of this massive structure on a sombre Sunday afternoon sent shockwaves rippling through the community, baring the raw wounds of neglect and indifference. As the rain … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that many residents of the Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) were left excited during the week after the area’s administration launched the “Free Raw Food Outreach.” The LCDA said the outreach was aimed at alleviating the economic effects of the fuel subsidy removal. The event, which took place on Thursday, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that there was tension on Sunday night when operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stormed the home of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adamu Abdullahi, to execute a search warrant. This online media platform gathered that the APC National Chairman had allegedly resigned from … Read more
Peter Obi has reacted to the recent attack on Kaduna community. The LP candidate described it as shocking and saddening. Speaking on the situation, he stated that the ultimate goal of any government, is to protect the people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has condemned the terrorist attack … Read more
Abia state government has adviced all citizens to carry out their normal transactions with old notes. This is coming after the Supreme Court order to extend usage of old notes. The governor also state that those caught going again the law would face punishment. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Abia State governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, … Read more
Protests have erupted in Ondo over the scarcity of fuel and naira notes. Due to the demonstration, commercial cars and motorcycle riders had trouble travelling on main highways. In light of the ongoing crisis, the police had already issued warnings to the public against protests or demonstrations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that residents of Ondo … Read more
The Lagos government expanded the monitoring activities of HEFAMAA. The government engaged seven franchise companies to assist the agency in delivering results. Government officials met with the representatives of the companies on Wednesday. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has rejigged and expanded the monitoring activities of its Health Facility Monitoring and … Read more
The Lagos State Government on Monday issued a fresh update to all waterfront residents of highbrow Ikoyi, Lekki, and Victoria Island and coastal areas of Epe and Badagry to be wary of backflow due to the high tide in the Lagos Lagoon. Eko Hot Blog reports that this was contained in a statement signed by … Read more
The Lagos State Government has again reassured residents that there is no cause for panic despite recent flash floods being experienced in parts of the State, occasioned by the unprecedented heavy downpour of the past days. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso gave this assurance during … Read more
Lagos State Government has convened a meeting of all critical stakeholders to evaluate the state’s preparedness for any eventuality over the ravaging flood across the states of the federation. Eko Hot Blog reports that the state has directed all relevant enforcement arms of the state to step up their supervisory roles to contain any eventuality. … Read more
Operatives of the Enforcement Unit of the Lagos State Central Business Districts (CBD) on Tuesday uncovered a criminal hideout located along Lateef Jakande Road, Agidingbi, Beside Anchor Event Centre, Ikeja, arresting three suspects found at the place. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Adviser to the State Governor on Central Business Districts, Mr. Gbenga … Read more
The Lagos State Government has advised residents to adopt good eye health care practices and a healthy lifestyle to prevent avoidable blindness and vision loss that may hinder their ability to eke out a livelihood. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, gave the admonition during a briefing to herald … Read more
Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has appealed to residents of the State to exercise caution as they embark on the end-of-the-year purchases of goods and services, especially consumable items, emphasising the need to pay cursory attention to product information, particularly expiry dates. Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking recently on the activities of the … Read more
24 have died as flood, rainstorm hit over 18,000 residents in Katsina. EKO HOT BLOG reports that twenty-four persons lost their lives as flood and windstorm affected no fewer than 18,245 people in Katsina state, according to the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA). The spokesperson of the agency, Mr Umar Muhammad, disclosed this to the … Read more
Commercial motorcyclists and residents around Obawole, in the Iju area of Lagos State, on Saturday, clashed and created tension that sent shivers down the spines of residents in the community. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the clash started when a commercial motorcyclist, who was plying the Awadun Street to navigate his destination in the … Read more