Polaris Bank Aims to Support 50,000 Students by 2028 Polaris Bank Distributes school essentials to 1,000 students across 10 public schools in 5 states Polaris Bank has strengthened its commitment to addressing the alarming rate of out-of-school children in Nigeria through strategic partnerships and targeted interventions. Eko Hot Blog gathered that by joining forces with … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Rep. Wale Raji, member representing Epe Federal Constituency, has shown his commitment to improving lives in Epe with visits to important projects in the community. These include the Ayetoro Market, local schools, and the Epe Police Station. At the Ayetoro Market, the lawmaker inspected the ongoing construction of a modern … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe Grammar School Alumni Organize Debate, Quiz, and Spelling Competitions for Epe Schools The Epe Grammar School Old Students Association, led by its president, Alhaja Olushola Alade Raji, recently hosted a series of academic competitions for secondary schools in Epe. Held at Epe Grammar School, the event featured debates, quizzes, speeches, and … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Oko-Abe Community High School, a key educational project funded by Rep. Wale Raji of Epe Federal Constituency, is now in its final stages and set for an official launch soon. Recneltly, Rep Raji and Lagos State Commissioner for Education Hon. Tolani Alli-Balogun visited Oko-Abe Community Secondary School and Epe Grammar … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Staff and Students representatives from CEDEC International Schools, led by Principal Mrs. Caroline Mbabie, visited the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, at his office In preparation for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. During the visit, the students had the opportunity to ask Hon. Olowa for the … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Federation of Epe Division Students’ Association (FEDSA) has donated much-needed books and supplies to students at Imagbon Alade Junior Secondary School and Roman Catholic Primary School in Olomowewe. The principals and teachers expressed their gratitude, noting how the resources will help improve learning at both schools. Hon. Balogun Aminat, a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the manager of St. John RCM, Odomola, Mrs kolawole, has expressed gratitude to Queen Arike Adebowale, the wife of His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeshina Sulaimon Adebowale, the Omola of Odomola, for her consistent support for all schools in the Odomola area of Epe, Lagos State. EDITOR’S PICKS Tunji Alausa, NAFDAC … Read more
EFCC has announced a crackdown on businesses charging customers in foreign currencies Schools, hotels, and supermarkets are among the entities targeted for accepting dollars and other foreign currencies The commission has deemed this practice illegal, putting pressure on the Naira, and vows to take action against offenders. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial … Read more
The cash support was aimed at relieving the current economic hardship in the country. The elders’ empowerment programme followed other welfare initiatives that targeted vulnerable residents of Epe in recent months. The LG chairman recently committed to more programmes that would add value to people’s lives. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of Epe … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved N13.1 billion for schools. This online media understands that the fund was approved to finance renovation, new construction of toilets and provision of furniture across secondary and primary schools in the Six Area Councils for 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS New … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that students and schools in Epe Local Government, Epe, Lagos State, have been thrown into excitement following the receipt of academic materials and furniture. Recall that the students resume school for a new section only a few weeks ago. Following the resumption, the Chairman of Epe LG, Hon. (Princess) Surah O. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has clarified criticisms that it introduced school fee payment in public schools for the 2023/2024 academic session. In a statement on Sunday, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Lagos State, Jamiu Alli-Balogun, maintained that the state’s Free Education policy from kindergarten to SS3 remains intact. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Oyo State Government has called on owners of Private Schools, Study Centers and Continuing Education Centers that are operating in the state without an approval, to seek formal approval without further delay or face sanctions. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the Oyo State Commissioner for Education, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Basic Education has released the Year 2023 Admission List for the 16 Lagos State Model Colleges and Upgraded Junior Secondary Schools across the State. A statement issued by the Head of Public Affairs, Ganiu Lawal advised Parents/Guardians and School Owners to visit the school of first … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State deserves a pat on the back for instructing the three senators representing the state in the Upper Chamber to _“mobilize support for former Governor Gboyega Oyetola’s nomination as Minister”_ during last week’s screening exercise. Of course, it is a gesture that could not be caged! EDITOR’S … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Monday directed the authorities in all federal institutions of higher learning to avoid unjustifiable hikes in fees and, when feasible, defer any future increments, in order to minimize hardships for parents and students. He also approved the provision of buses to the students’ bodies of all … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has said the tuition of students in Federal Government Colleges, also known as Unity schools, excludes tuition. According to the government, the hike only affected boarding and textbook fees, as well as uniforms. EDITOR’S PICKS Massive Tragedy Unfolds As Tanker Fire Kills 20 In Ondo Yoruba Nation … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that on Wednesday, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commissioned 13 projects in eight local government areas of the state. The commissioning of the projects in Amuwo-Odofin, Badagry, Agege, Ojo, Alimoso, Ifako Ijaiye, Ikeja and Ajeromi/Ifelodun local government areas were parts of the 11-day programme lined up to celebrate Governor Sanwo-Olu and … Read more
The Lagos sexual violence agency recently held an interactive programme on child protection. At least 30 parents attended the event. The agency’s boss said the programme was aimed at tackling the trend of “rape culture” in primary and secondary schools. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has … Read more
The 2023 World Water Day held on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. NIMechE used the opportunity to organise an essay competition on water sanitation and hygiene. The institute’s president also urged Nigerians to be the change they want by practicing good hygiene. Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Mechanical … Read more