A tragic traffic accident on Monday claimed the life of Mr. Adeyeye, a teacher at Pobuna Secondary School in Epe, and left several others injured. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and Families of Fallen Heroes Current Cement Prices: Dangote, BUA, Others This Festive Season Fatal Crash on Lagos Third Mainland Bridge; … Read more
The Lagos State Government has confirmed that its second rail project, the Red Line, will officially commence commercial operations on October 15. This announcement was made in a statement signed by Kolawole Ojelabi, Head of Corporate Communication at the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), and shared via the agency’s X account. The statement was … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have been implicated in an alleged harassment of drivers of commercial buses, better known as Danfo, in the 7Up area of Lagos. On Friday morning, eyewitnesses claimed that a group led by Ola Yusuf, a LASTMA official, confronted and intimidated Danfo … Read more
Passengers Escape Death As Truck Falls On Commercial Bus In Lagos. LASEMA swiftly responds to the accident, clearing roadblock and attending to injured passengers. Investigation reveals truck driver’s reckless driving as the cause; driver and assistant flee the scene. EKO HOT BLOG reports that several passengers aboard a Toyota Hi-Ace bus narrowly avoided death on Saturday … Read more
Port Harcourt Airport Communities Protest Neglect, Disrupt Flight Services. Flight disruptions strand travelers; gridlock grips Airport Road and nearby areas. Demonstrators demand compensation for noise pollution, inadequate schooling, highlighting years of neglect. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Residents from Omagwa and Ipo communities in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State have barricaded the entrance to … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a tragic incident on Tuesday, Ago, Okota area of Lagos witnessed a devastating accident when a vehicle, being pursued by a Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) official, collided with a tricycle, resulting in the loss of lives. Among the victims were a pregnant woman and her two children, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has assured the Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC) of its cooperation and support in terms of database collection to enhance good security in the country, especially in the area of traffic management. The Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat gave the assurance on Thursday while receiving on … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is anticipating President Bola Tinubu’s approval before announcing a new tariff regime. The review of the Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO), conducted biannually, is expected to result in a rate increase due to the devaluation of the Naira following the national currency’s flotation. An unnamed … Read more
Recently, there were speculations that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) to stop arresting motorists in the state. LASTMA, the state’s top traffic law enforcement agency, is widely known for its aggressive enforcement of traffic laws. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Lagos Isn’t No Man’s Land; HoA Will Pass … Read more
A LASTMA officer was recently seen at Odo Iyalaro Bridge in Lagos channeling floodwater with his bare hands. His action came after a heavy downpour had caused floodwater to overflow, causing traffic congestion. The officer’s move helped to ease traffic. Eko Hot Blog reports that Adekunle Ajayi, the Chief Executive Officer of Ajayi Adekunle & … Read more
The Lagos government said it had observed a culture of impunity that involves security agencies flouting traffic rules in the state. The government said security agents are not above the rules and regulations. It, therefore, warned them against flouting traffic rules in Lagos. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has warned the … Read more
The released vehicles were impounded for traffic violations. The Lagos governor approved the release of the vehicles free of charge. He said the decision is to provide relief for residents affected by the scarcity of cash. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has commenced releasing impounded vehicles to their owners without payment … Read more
The federal government is carrying out emergency repair works on the Marine Bridge. The diversion will start on February 26 and end on May 28. The Lagos government said traffic officials will be available to direct traffic in the area. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion plan … Read more
The Lagos government is actively seeking partners to aid security in the state. The government recently said it will collaborate with a paramilitary organisation to enhance intelligence gathering and enforcement. The Lagos government said the organisation will also help with the securing the state’s road infrastructure. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government … Read more
Panic gripped people around the Ogun state area of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Friday. The panic was caused by the explosion of a tanker on the highway. Officials say the people involved in the accident escaped unhurt. Eko Hot Blog reports that a tanker has exploded in flames following a crash in the Ogun State … Read more
The Lagos government has moved to regulate the activities of major and independent petroleum marketers. The government said the move is aimed at addressing the traffic gridlock on highways. The state’s transportation commissioner announced that petroleum marketers can now only operate within a specific timeframe. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has … Read more
Lagos State Taskforce has said that driving against traffic (one-way) on major roads endangers the lives and property of other road users in the State, adding that its adverse effect goes beyond disrupting the free flow of traffic. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Agency, CSP Shola Jejeloye made this known during … Read more
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to ending the gridlock on Mile 2 – Tincan axis EKO HOT BLOG reports that the state government assured stakeholders that attention would be focused on Apapa until there is a free flow of traffic in the area. The Special Adviser to the Governor on … Read more
Member of Special Traffic Mayor, Ibrahim Abu, has been arrested EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has confirmed the arrest of a member of its Special Traffic Mayor, Ibrahim Abu, and an impostor, Olamide Oshin, for illegally apprehending a logistic motorcyclist in the Mobolaji Bank-Anthony Way area of the … Read more
LASG have announced traffic diversion on third mainland bridge EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion plan for the commencement of repair works on sections with eroded asphalt along the Third Mainland Bridge. The repairs would be undertaken by the State Public Corporation between 9:00 am to … Read more