Lagos Govt to Resume Ogudu–Ifako Bridge Repairs Unveils New Diversion Strategy Osiyemi urged motorists to cooperate with traffic officers The Lagos State Government has announced that repair work on the Ogudu–Ifako Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area will resume on Wednesday, 3 September, following a review of traffic management strategies. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
A newlywed couple and 16 other passengers suffered various injuries in a multi-vehicle accident on Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge on Saturday. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the couple was returning from the Ikoyi Marriage Registry when the incident occurred. Adebayo Taofiq, spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), confirmed the crash in a … Read more
The Lagos State Government stated on Monday that the displaced residents and traders at the Oko Baba plank market in Ebute Metta were illegal occupants who had refused to move to the new site allocated to them by the government. Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, revealed this.with PUNCH. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The question many Lagos residents are asking at the moment is whether there is truly a flood on the Third Mainland Bridge. Eko Hot Blog reports that there are claims on social media that the Third Mainland Bridge (3MB) is flooded. EDITOR’S PICKS FAKE NEWS ALERT: Olu Jacobs Is ‘Well And Alive’ ‘Death’ Of Olu … Read more
Former Benue Governor Ortom denies responsibility for the state’s insecurity, attributing issues to withheld financial assistance. Ortom highlighted his efforts against the herdsmen crisis, including enacting the anti-open grazing law. Ortom criticized his successor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, for making unsubstantiated allegations and emphasized his sacrifices to protect the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate … Read more
Federal Ministry of Works collaborates with police to enhance security on Third Mainland Bridge Federal Controller of Works in Lagos emphasizes zero-tolerance for vandalism on public infrastructure Increased police patrols lead to arrests of vandals, including those responsible for theft of LED road stud lights EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Ministry of Works is … Read more
Tinubu Set To Commission Critical Projects In Lagos. The project aims to enhance economic growth across eight states, ending in Calabar, Cross River State. The event was attended by prominent figures including governors, ministers, and National Assembly members. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu is currently at Victoria Island, Lagos, officiating the flag-off ceremony … Read more
One Year In Office: Presidency Lists Infrastructure Projects To Be Commissioned By Tinubu. On Sunday, he will inaugurate the concrete-paved road to Apapa and Tin Can Island ports. The highlight will be the inauguration of the Lagos-Calabar Superhighway, estimated to cost about N15 trillion. EKO HOT BLOG reports that ahead of the first anniversary of his … Read more
Oba Ogunlaja of Odo-Noforija recently travelled on the Third Mainland Bridge. The journey came just after the rehabilitation of the bridge. The monarch joined many others in praising the Third Mainland Bridge’s new look. Eko Hot Blog reports that Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyin of Odo-Noforija, Epe, Lagos State, has commended the new look of … Read more
An auto crash on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos resulted in two passengers being flung into the lagoon. The driver lost control of the 18-seater LT bus, causing it to hit the bridge rail. Emergency responders, including local divers and the Marine Police, searched for the passengers. EKO HOT BLOG reports that an auto crash … Read more
Governor Expresses Gratitude to President, Minister for Expediting Bridge Project Thanks Lagos Ministry of Transportation for Effective Traffic Management Emphasizes the Need for Renewed Focus on Road Safety Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the full reopening of the Third Mainland Bridge after extended repair works have been completed to ensure … Read more
The third mainland bridge was partially closed from January 9, 2024, for repairs. The repairs have been completed, clearing the way for the bridge to reopen to traffic. The reopening of the bridge has prompted a message from the traffic management agency in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos state police command says it has arrested a fake soldier who was declared wanted by the military. Speaking with NAN on Sunday, Benjamin Hundeyin, the state police spokesperson, said the suspect was arrested on Saturday at about 3.00 pm in Ijegun area of Lagos during a routine visibility … Read more
The swimmer is Akinrodoye Samuel, a Nigerian athlete. He is also known as Coach Dreh. The athlete swam for 2 hours 33 minutes in a mental health advocacy. Eko Hot Blog reports that Akinrodoye Samuel, the Nigerian athlete better known as Coach Dreh, has swum across 11.8 kilometres-long water of the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Third Mainland Bridge, a crucial artery in Lagos’ traffic network, is slated to fully reopen to traffic on April 4, 2024, following a seven-week partial closure for maintenance. Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, confirmed the reopening date in a recent announcement, providing relief to commuters and residents … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Akintoye Benson, an aide to the former chairman of the Lagos Chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, reportedly passed away. Sources indicate that Benson was involved in a fatal auto crash on Third Mainland Bridge on Thursday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Hoodlums … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has handed over the construction of the 700km Lagos- Calabar Coastal Highway, spanning 9 States with two spurs leading to the Northern States, to a contractor. Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed the development on Thursday during the official handover of the first phase of the project, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has diverted traffic at the Lagos Island-Iyana Oworo bound lane of the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos. Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed the development in a statement on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘Shameless Bloody Serpent’ – Akeredolu’s Wife Lambasts Late Husband’s Niece Over Aiyedatiwa … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government has concluded plans to close a section of the Iyana- Oworonshoki-Adeniji Adele of the Third Mainland Bridge, indefinitely from the second week of January 2024 in two phases. Each phase is scheduled to last for six weeks. EDITOR’S PICKS Don’t Hand Over PH Refinery To Cabal, NLC Warns … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the busy Third Mainland Bridge has reopened to traffic from 6pm on Thursday, December 21, 2023. The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, made the announcement in a statement. Recall that the federal government, on November 19, closed down four ramps connecting the Adekunle area to the Third … Read more