Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, has announced that he is embarking on a voluntary retirement from the state’s civil service. He said his retirement is effective from September 30, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Musibau Sumonu Installed As Ilagbe of Egbaland As Wife Gets Faderera of Egbaland Title Celebration … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Police Command says it has commenced a “full-scale criminal investigation” into the demise of late fast-rising artiste, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as MohBad. MohBad passed away on Tuesday under mysterious circumstances that have sparked controversy on social media. A statement by the police on Friday said … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged newly inaugurated cabinet members and Permanent Secretaries to ensure strict implementation and enforcement of all state laws for Lagos residents to live in a sane, safe and secure society. He urged the new members of the State Executive Council to hit the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Lagos Governor, Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola, and successor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode, on Saturday in Epe were among those who tutored the newly inaugurated cabinet members of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on delivery of good governance to the people of the state. The two former governors were among the facilitators who … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Dr. Yemi Cardoso, a former Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget in Lagos, on his nomination as the new governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). His congratulatory message was contained in a statement he posted on his X account on Friday. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, has returned to his duty post after being sworn in by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging staff to support him in giving wider publicity to the programmes of the Lagos State Government. He was one of the 37 commissioners and special … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced minor changes in Cabinet designations. This online media platform reports that this was made known in a statement on Friday to journalists. The change in designations was announced today at the ongoing 2023 On-boarding retreat programme for State Executive Council and body … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, dismissed any notion of animosity between the executive arm and the state House of Assembly. Sanwo-Olu, during the swearing-in of 37 new commissioners and special advisers in Ikeja, noted that there were some concerns surrounding the initial rejection of some nominees … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the newly appointed Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide has said that transparency in the built sector and zero tolerance for building collapse would be his watchwords. He made this known after he assumed office amidst high expectations from stakeholders of the ministry. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu … Read more
In November 2022, the National Universities Commission (NUC) approved 66 new academic programmes for the new Lagos State University of Education (LASUED). The approval came only 10 months after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu signed a bill establishing the university into law. However, the bill establishing LASUED was not the only bill the governor signed on Wednesday, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has sworn in 38 new commissioners and special advisers. The swearing-in ceremony held on Wednesday afternoon at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Promise Fulfilled’ — Hakeem Shittu Hails Eredo LCDA Chairman For Building New Classrooms At UPE Primary School Eredo LCDA … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has emerged as the 2023 Consumer Rights Advocate Governor, alongside the General Manager of LASOCPA, Afolabi Solebo who was also recognised with a Special Recognition Award for protecting the rights of consumers in Lagos State. The Award Ceremony with the theme: “Consumer Satisfaction … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Chapter of the National Council Of Women’s Societies (NCWS) has presented an award of excellence to a former president of the council in the state, Princess Sidikatu Ayodele Disu. The ceremony held at the Oromiyan Hall, Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State, on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS Remi Tinubu, Ibijoke … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Chapter of the National Council Of Women’s Societies Nigeria (NCWS), on Thursday, presented awards of excellence to influential women in society. The ceremony, which held at the Oromiyan Hall, Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State, also featured the induction of new executives. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Well-Deserved Victory’ — Sanwo-Olu Congratulates … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has stated that the state government is open to collaboration with the Kingdom of Denmark, especially in the agricultural sector, to ensure food security. The Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, who received the Consul General and Head of Trade of the Kingdom of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State House of Assembly has inaugurated an ad-hoc committee to investigate the case of a 12-year-old boy, Adebola Akin-Bright, whose small intestines allegedly went missing during a surgery. The Speaker, Mr. Mudashiru Obasa, inaugurated the committee at plenary on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS We’ve Discovered Plans To Stage Violent … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, on Monday, embarked on the inaugural ride on the Blue Rail Line, which is expected to commence operations immediately. The governor led officials of the state government and other stakeholders as the first passengers on the train, which departed from Marina at 9:00 a.m. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, flagged off the distribution of food items for vulnerable households through the Lagos Food Bank Programme, to cushion the effects of the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal government on Lagos residents. The flag-off of the food bank programme is part … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, promised to cover the medical care and expenses of a 12-year-old boy, Adebola Akin-Bright, whose small intestines were reportedly missing. Sanwo-Olu announced his pledge in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) on Sunday after he paid an “unscheduled visit” to the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has said that the proposed Lagos 4th Mainland Bridge Supersonic Highway will make travelling from Lagos to Abuja a four-hour journey. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, made the bold assertion during the week while meeting with the governors of Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo States. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more