Sanwo-Olu’s Deputy Chief Of Staff Is Dead

Mr Gboyega Soyannwo.

Mr Gboyega Soyannwo died on Wednesday.  He reportedly passed away after a brief illness. The Lagos governor has mourned his loss. Eko Hot Blog reports that Mr Gboyega Soyannwo, the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCoS) to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has died. The Lagos Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, revealed the tragic … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Receives Chief Of Defence Staff In Lagos, Makes Key Request

The Chief of Defence Staff was in Lagos State on Monday. Governor Sanwo-Olu received the military chief at his office. He asked for the military to tighten its grip on Nigeria’s enemies. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on members of the armed forces to keep their focus on … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Pays All Outstanding, Unremitted Pensions To Lagos Water Corporation Staff, Retirees

Disengaged staff of the Lagos Water Corporation recently received their compensation. The corporation’s retirees have also now received their outstanding pensions to date. The LWC says it is now now fully compliant with the State’s Pension Commission. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has facilitated payments of all outstanding, … Read more

After Restructuring, Lagos Water Corporation Pays Compensation To Disengaged Staff

New LWC MD, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani

The Lagos Water Corporation recently underwent a restructuring. Some members of staff were let go as a part of the restructuring. The corporation has now paid benefits to the affected staff as promised. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has fulfilled its promise to disengaged staff by disbursing compensation and other … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Vows To Demolish Buildings On Drainage Paths, Even Government-Owned

Lagos Governor Vows To Demolish Buildings On Drainage Paths, Even Government-Owned

City’s Flood Rescue Mission Intensifies No Exception for Government Officials’ Buildings Safeguarding Vital Infrastructure a Priority Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bold move, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that no building obstructing the city’s drainage system will be spared, regardless of ownership. This initiative aims to mitigate flooding and protect the … Read more

BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu, Makinde, Fubara, Others Dragged To Court (Details Inside)

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has charged the governors of the 36 states and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike to court for their failure to disclose and publish the terms of the ₦5.9 trillion and $4.6 billion loans secured by their states and the … Read more

Elejinrin Of Ejinrin At 80: Celebrating Oba Rafiu Balogun, A Peace Engineer

Elejinrin of Ejinrin, Oba Rafiu Ishola Babatunde Balogun at 80

Not many people are more influential than Oba Rafiu Ishola Babatunde Balogun, the Elejinrin of Ejinrin, Epe Division, Lagos State, in the history of Ejinrin.  The monarch’s wisdom and tact have been instrumental in helping to turn a warzone into a zone of developmental and transformative projects. EDITOR’S PICKS JAMB And Candidates: A Case Study … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Hosts Prime Minister Of Antigua And Barbuda, Gaston Alfonso Browne, Cultural Ties And Potential Partnerships Abound

Sanwo-Olu Hosts Prime Minister Of Antigua And Barbuda, Gaston Alfonso Browne, Cultural Ties And Potential Partnerships Abound

Governor Sanwo-Olu welcomes PM Gaston Browne in a courtesy visit Cultural exchange and diplomatic gestures mark the occasion Discussions hint at potential collaboration in aviation and infrastructure Eko Hot Blog reports that in a display of warm hospitality, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, welcomed the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Hon. … Read more

Old Epe Colonial Office Set For Transformation Into A World Class Museum And Tourist Information Center

Colonial Office Epe

Epe is an ancient town in Lagos with historical sites. One of those historical sites is a colonial office that the Lagos government recently visited. The state government is to transform the “cultural heritage.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government is set to transform an Old Colonial District Officers’ office in Epe … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Laments Veteran Journalist’s Wife’s Demise

Workers' Day: Sanwo-Olu Vows Better Work Conditions, More Jobs For Lagosians

Sanwo-Olu condoles veteran journalist over wife’s death Describes Uyai Ekpu’s death as great loss Prays for eternal rest for deceased Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Sanwo-Olu expresses condolences to Ray Ekpu over wife’s death. He described Uyai Ekpu’s death as great loss to Ekpu family. Sanwo-Olu mourns passing of 73-year-old Mrs. Ekpu, who died … Read more

Sanwo-Olu, Abiru Push For Dualisation Of Ikorodu-Itokin Road

Sanwo-Olu, Abiru Push For Dualisation Of Ikorodu-Itokin Road

Governor Sanwo-Olu and Senator Abiru visited the Minister of Works to express appreciation for the ongoing reconstruction of the 34km Ikorodu-Itokin road They advocated for the dualisation of the road to enhance its capacity and boost economic growth The Minister assured them that the design for the dualisation would commence soon Eko Hot Blog reports … Read more

LASEPA Cracks Down On Noise Pollution, Shuts Establishments For Environmental Breaches

LASEPA Cracks Down Noise

LASEPA conducted a comprehensive enforcement operation in strategic areas of Lagos Several establishments, including churches, hotels, and businesses, were temporarily shut down The move aims to compel compliance with environmental regulations and address noise pollution Eko Hot Blog reports that in a significant effort to address noise pollution and other environmental breaches, the Lagos State … Read more

Lagos Govt Reacts To Reports Of N70,000 Minimum Wage For Workers

The Lagos governor was recently quoted to have announced a new minimum wage. However, the state government says he was erroneously quoted. It explains where the confusion emanated from. Eko Hot Blog reports that that the Lagos State Government has clarified that the state has not raised its minimum wage. The state government’s clarification is … Read more

Epe’s Illegal Estate Boom Meets LASG’s Regulatory Hammer

Epe's Illegal Estate Boom Meets LASG's Regulatory Hammer

Lagos State cracks down on illegal estate developments in Epe area Serves notices to erring developers to obtain proper approvals Warns property buyers against investing in unapproved estates Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has intensified its efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal estate developments in the Epe corridor of the … Read more

Wild Scenes As Tunde Onakoya Sets New World Record For Longest Chess Marathon

Tunde Onakoya during his attempt for a place in Guinness World Records

Nigerians were ecstatic on Saturday morning as Tunde Onakoya did the unthinkable. The Nigerian chess master dared to break the world record of 56 consecutive hours of chess matches. He did that and even more during his attempt that traversed three days. Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has completed an … Read more

Lagos HOS Assures Civil Servants With Disabilities Of Govt’s Support

Lagos HOS Assures Civil Servants With Disabilities Of Govt's Support

HOS Agoro assures PLWDs in state public service of government’s support State govt’s policy prioritizes welfare and well-being of entire workforce, including persons with disabilities Agoro reaffirms PLWDs will not be left out in areas like staff training, welfare, and incentives Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Head of Service (HOS), Mr. Bode … Read more

Lagos Steps Up Crackdown On Banned Styrofoam Food Packs In Markets

Lagos Steps Up Crackdown On Banned Styrofoam Food Packs In Markets

Enforcement teams raid shops in multiple LGAs and LCDAs Seized styrofoam items evacuated for incineration State government urges complete compliance with the ban Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has intensified its efforts to enforce the ban on the use of styrofoam food packs across the state. Officials from the enforcement agencies … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Highlights Importance Of Youth Empowerment At Inaugural Lagos Leadership Summit

Sanwo-Olu Highlights Importance Of Youth Empowerment

Governor Sanwo-Olu participated in inclusive discussions at the first Lagos Leadership Summit organized by the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) The Academy was established to empower young leaders with skills to tackle challenges innovatively and drive change Positive outcomes from the Academy reinforce the commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, critical thinking, and effective … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Celebrates Mutiu Are On 65th Birthday, Commends His Commitment To Governance And Politics In Lagos

Sanwo-Olu

Governor Sanwo-Olu praises Mutiu Are’s remarkable contributions to governance and politics in Lagos Are recognized as a committed and passionate leader who has driven progress in the state Governor wishes Are continued good health to render more service to Lagos and Nigeria Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated … Read more