In his contribution, Mr Setonji David (Badagry II), said those against state police were enemies of the country. A resolution was passed at the Lagos House of Assembly urging Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to adequately equip security agencies in the state. This would improve the protection of lives and property of the residents, the house … Read more
As the gatekeeper, you have a statutory responsibility to work with our frontline health workers to ensure that people that are coming into the country obey our rules and conform to the protocols. Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to rise to the occasion of a disturbing event … Read more
“Greater vigilance is required at this time in our Churches and Mosques and other places of religious worship” – Governor Sanwo-Olu. Otunba TJ Abass, Publisher of Eko Hot Blog has admonished all Lagosians to complement the incredible work done by the Governor by observing recommended preventive protocols, particularly in view of the deadly proclivity of … Read more
“Joshua will be remembered as a general in God’s vineyard and someone who dwelt among commoners but became uncommon. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, on Friday, eulogised the late Prophet TB Joshua as he was laid to rest in Lagos saying Joshua would be remembered as a general in God’s vineyard. Sanwo-Olu who was … Read more
“The only way you can justify the confidence reposed in you is by working tirelessly to ensure that the existing peace and industrial harmony in the university is sustained, and even improved upon. The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, inaugurated a new Governing Council for the Lagos State University (LASU). EKO HOT … Read more
Sanwo-Olu urged officers in the state civil service to continue to do their job diligently. Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos state on Tuesday presented 10 cars to public servants who have distinguished themselves in the State Civil Service. Sanwo-Olu presented the cars at the Luncheon with the Year 2019/2020 Outstanding Officers (Junior and … Read more
…the fight against this unseen enemy is far from over, as many countries are still battling third and fourth waves of the pandemic. There is very little doubt that the Babajide Sanwo-Olu led Lagos State Government, in line with its THEMES agenda, is making tremendous strides in healthcare delivery, in spite of the daunting challenges … Read more
Some of the governors already in Lagos as of the time of writing this report include Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (Ondo), Nyesom Wike (Rivers), and Adegboyega Oyetola (Osun). The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has in the early hours of Monday received 16 Southern Governors into the state. The Southern Governors, on Monday morning, converged at … Read more
“The Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered a thorough investigation of the death. A Coroner’s Inquest has immediately been requested. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered a probe of the death of a 14-year-old girl, Jumoke hit by a bullet during the Yoruba Nation Mega rally at Ojota on Saturday. Moyosore Onigbanjo, Attorney-General and Commissioner … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG Goge Africa has been awarded by the Lagos State Government, Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Pharm. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf. The award which was presented at the unveiling of the reviewed tourism masterplan of Lagos state is in recognition of Goge Africa’s interventions in the tourism industry through … Read more
The Southern governors also agreed that the progress of the country required that urgent and bold steps be taken to restructure the Nigerian Federation leading to the evolution of state police. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Southern governors will on Monday converge in Lagos for a meeting. It was gathered that the meeting, which will … Read more
Computer Village traders have concluded plans to relocate from the current location of the popular market in Ikeja, Lagos State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Coalition of Association in Computer Village (CACOVI) has launched the relocation campaign of the Computer Village to the N40 billion Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Business Park at Katangowa, … Read more
“The aim of this relaunch is to improve the capacity for efficient eye and ear care delivery and to ensure that Lagosians do not lose their vision and hearing when it could have been prevented.” EKO HOT BLOG reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has on Tuesday relaunched and expanded the Blindness Prevention Programme … Read more
Lagos State Students under the umbrella of National Union of Lagos State students, NULASS has congratulated the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on his 56th birthday anniversary. NULASS, in a terse statement jointly signed by its President, Nul. Shasanya Akinola, Nul. Edu Adam Olayiwola, General Secretary, Nul. Hassan Abdulsalam, Public Relations Officer 1 and … Read more
Sanwo-Olu, announced that Ajunwa who is now an Assistant Commissioner of Police would get a three-bedroom flat at the Babatunde Raji Fashola Housing Estate, at the Iponri area of the state. Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, announced the donation of a 3-bedroom Flat at the Babatunde Raji Fashola Housing Estate, Iponri to … Read more
It is always the case that any time a well-meaning administration is out with a progressive policy to advance the course of governance and enhance the well-being of the people, that one or two selfishly motivated individuals and parties, would attempt to scuttle it. Such is not new but the irony is that in that … Read more
Addressing journalists after the approval, Hon. Olowo explained that the request from the governor had two aspects. The Lagos State House of Assembly has approved Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s request of ₦ 85 billion special dispensation for bond redemption as well as ₦85 billion for bridge loan for a quarter. This is in pursuant to the … Read more
Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a condolence message issued on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said Olatunji’s demise was a big loss to the council and the State. Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed sadness over the sudden death of the Chairman of Eti-Osa East Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of … Read more
“Given the economic importance of Ikoyi as the real estate hub of Lagos and to address the perennial flooding issues peculiar to the axis, we formally flagged off the regeneration work last year July, comprising upgrade of the roads and drainage channels in the area. Heavy flow of traffic associated with the perennial flooding in … Read more
The Vice President noted that the setting up of the council is a demonstration of the government’s commitment to addressing the challenges of road safety in the country. The National Road Safety Advisory Council has been inaugurated by the Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo. The 29-member Advisory Council is a major aspect of … Read more