Lekki Free Zone Receives Major Boost As Investor Commits $300m Investment

LFZDC Managing Director, Zhang Bin and FINCON Capital Partners led by the Managing Director, Bayo Adelore with the MoU

Eko Hot Blog reports that a $300 million steel-manufacturing plant is set to be sited in the Lekki Free Zone, under the Lekki Free Zone Development Company (LFZDC), giving the firm a major boost in its quest to attract more investors. The Lagos State Government disclosed the development in a statement Monday evening. According to … Read more

Nigeria: Powering Beyond The Immediate

Nigeria: Powering Beyond The Immediate

By abiodun KOMOLAFE Nigeria is at a crossroads and Nigerians are trying to find the responses to an economic crisis and currency turmoil. Of course, all manner of symptoms keep appearing! Towards the end of February, Governor Biodun Oyebanji unveiled a N12 billion economic relief programme for Ekiti residents. That’s in addition to other proactive … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Mourns Tragic Loss Of Herbert Wigwe Family

Sanwo-Olu Mourns Tragic Loss Of Herbert Wigwe Family

Eko Hot Blog reports that a pall of grief hung over the community today as His Excellency, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, joined friends and loved ones in paying their final respects to Herbert Wigwe, his wife Doreen, and their son Chizi, during a solemn funeral service and internment ceremony. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job … Read more

Fatodu Calls For Mass Participation In Archery

FATODU CALLS FOR MASS PARTICIPATION IN ARCHERY

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Lekan Fatodu, has called for mass participation in sports, particularly archery, a discipline that demands determination and dedication. Fatodu made this call recently during an Archery Demonstration held at Zen Archery, Ilupeju, as part of the preparations for the upcoming two-day … Read more

Lagos Launches Diaspora Office To Foster Global Partnerships

Khairat Animashuan Ajiboye in a picture

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has established the Lagos State Office of Diaspora Affairs (LASDA) to strengthen ties with Lagosians living abroad and harness their skills and resources for the state’s development. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine Price Of Block In Nigeria As Cement … Read more

Lagos Communities Fight To Reclaim Stolen Heritage – Urgent Plea to Governor Sanwo-Olu

Eko Hot Blog reports that In a passionate plea for justice, the village heads of Lagos communities gathered in Epe to address the pressing issue of their ancestral lands being sold off unlawfully. The lagos communities, forcibly displaced in 2006 to make way for the Lekki Free Trade Zone, now seek Governor Sanwo-Olu’s intervention to … Read more

IWD 2024: Expect A More Equitable, Inclusive, Just Lagos, Sanwo-Olu Assures Women

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reassured women residents of his administration’s support in creating a more equitable, inclusive and just society, where everyone has the opportunities to fulfill their potentials and lead fulfilling lives. He spoke on Friday during the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) Celebration held at … Read more

Federal Ministry Of Justice Hosts Top Management Retreat To Bolster Justice Sector Service Delivery

Federal Ministry Of Justice

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Ministry of Justice convened a pivotal Top Management Retreat today, focusing on the theme “Enhancing Systems and Structures in the Federal Ministry of Justice for Effective Justice Sector Service Delivery.” The event brought together key stakeholders and decision-makers to strategize and deliberate on improving the ministry’s systems and … Read more

Lagos Cracks Down On Indoor Smoking, Prioritizes Safety In Nightlife Industry

Lagos Cracks Down On Indoor Smoking

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a move to protect public health and promote a safe environment, the Lagos State Safety Commission and the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) have resolved to strictly enforce indoor smoking regulations at nightclubs, bars, and lounges across the state. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators … Read more

Lagos State Intensifies Efforts To Enforce Styrofoam Ban, Address Environmental Concerns

Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahaab

Lagos State focuses on enforcing the ban on styrofoam products Meeting held to strengthen collaboration between environmental agencies and health officers Discussions centered on various environmental issues impacting the state Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bid to address pressing environmental challenges and ensure effective enforcement of the ban on styrofoam products, the Lagos … Read more

Lagos, Niger States Ink Agricultural Partnership Deal

Lagos, Niger States Ink Agricultural Partnership Deal

Governors Sanwo-Olu and Mohammed Bago sign MoU to boost agricultural cooperation The agreement aims to strengthen the agricultural sectors of Lagos and Niger States High-level officials witnessed the signing ceremony at the Lagos House in Marina Eko Hot Lagos, Nigeria (March 6, 2024) In a strategic move to bolster agricultural development, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of … Read more

African Heads Of State Converge In Lagos To Honor Dr. Akinwumi Adesina At Awolowo Leadership Prize

African Leaders Having a photograph together

The Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership Award ceremony celebrated exceptional African leadership and development President of Tanzania Samia Suluhu Hassan joined other African leaders to honor Dr. Akinwumi Adesina of the AfDB The event was hosted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Lagos and attended by dignitaries from across Africa Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos, … Read more

LWC MD Mukhtaar Tijani Bags FNIEE Fellowship

New LWC MD, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Managing Director of the Lagos State Water Corporation (LWC), Engr. Mukhtaar Temitope Tijani, has received Fellowship of the Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (FNIEE). The LWC disclosed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Super Tuesday: Five Takeaways From US Primaries As Ex-President Trump Dominates Nikki … Read more

Lagos SDG Team Represents Nigeria At Global Goal Women World Cup Finals

Lagos

Lagos SDG team departs for Riyadh to participate in Global Goal Women World Cup Finals Event aims to promote UN Sustainable Development Goals through sports Governor Sanwo-Olu’s support for women’s empowerment highlighted Lagos team to showcase Nigeria’s commitment to global partnership and sustainable development Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State delegation from the … Read more

Apapa Gridlock Persists Despite Sanwo-Olu’s Directives

Apapa gridlock photo

Traffic gridlock returns to Apapa and environs as trucks defy Sanwo-Olu’s directive Indiscriminate parking by oil tankers and container drivers causes untold hardship for motorists Businesses estimated to lose over N100 billion monthly due to the gridlock Weak enforcement by authorities cited as a major contributing factor Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oshodi-Apapa expressway … Read more

Lagos: Hon. Giwa Muritala Moore Appointed Senior Special Adviser By Sanwo-Olu

Hon. Giwa Muritala Moore

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appointed Hon. Giwa Muritala Moore to the esteemed position of Senior Special Adviser. His new role as a Senior Special Adviser places him in a key advisory position within the state government. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums Vandalize BUA Truck, Loot Spaghetti Cartons In Zaria … Read more

Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital Commences Operations

Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital

Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital in Surulere opens doors to public Patients receive treatment on opening day, Monday, March 4, 2024 MD/CEO of Randle General Hospital, Dr. Olumide Sojinrin, leads medical team Lawmaker Desmond Elliot visits hospital, observes patient care Eko Hot Blog reports that patients have started receiving treatment at the newly commissioned Femi Gbajabiamila … Read more

Sanwo-Olu Mourns Wigwe’s Passing, Hails His Legacy

Sanwo-Olu

Prominent Nigerian businessman Herbert Wigwe passes away Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu mourns loss of “dear friend and visionary leader” Sanwo-Olu pays tribute to Wigwe’s passion, dedication, and commitment to excellence Call to honor Wigwe’s memory by continuing his vision for a brighter future Eko Hot Blog reports that in a heartfelt tribute, His Excellency, … Read more

Herbert Wigwe Honored By Distinguished Figures: Cardoso, Edun, Sanwo-Olu, Dangote Pay Final Tributes

Herbert Wigwe

Eko Hot Blog reports that the evening of Monday was filled with deep emotions as political, business leaders; friends, family, and associates gathered at the Eko Hotel in Lagos to pay their final respects to the late Herbert Wigwe, the former Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc. Editor’s Pick: FG Begins New Expatriate … Read more

ICYMI: Lagos Govt Sets Date To Start Enforcing Monthly Rental Scheme

Lagos monthly rental scheme set for enforcement

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government says it is going ahead with its monthly rental scheme, saying it will begin enforcement before the end of 2024 or early next year. Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Housing, Barakat Odunuga-Bakare, stated it during a recent press briefing of the Lagos State Real … Read more