Tag: Lagos State government
Lagos disburses ₦1.52bn Retirement Bonds to 798 retirees
According to him, the exercise “signifies the fulfilment of obligations under the Contributory Pension Scheme, ensuring that our dear retirees…
Lagos sounds alarm on illegal dredging ahead of Maiden Waterfront Summit
On the issue of illegal dredging, the Commissioner sounded a stark warning: “Approximately 10,625 cubic metres of sand are dredged…
Lagos, Stakeholders unite to unlock youth potential, boost employment
The governor said his administration’s vision is to build a Lagos where talent is recognised, dreams are nurtured, and the…
Plan your movement: Gridlock imminent as major Bridge on Lagos-Ibadan Road faces fresh closure
Under the revised plan, traffic will generally remain free-flowing for vehicles inbound Oshodi and Victoria Island from the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway…
Alimosho, Eti-Osa, Ikorodu top Adult Violence cases in Lagos in one year
Pedro revealed that of the 4,367 reported cases of adult violence recorded within the year, Alimosho accounted for 537 cases,…
Shocking report: 8,692 Domestic, Sexual Abuse cases rock Lagos in 12 months
On patterns observed, the Attorney-General noted that more men reported cases compared to previous years, while 60% of survivors of…
Lagos targets $1B annual inflow as Sanwo-Olu unveils bold SME export expansion drive
Nigeria's Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, represented by his Special Adviser on Communications, Media, and Publicity, Dr. Ogho Okiti, commended…
Lagos shuts 30 quack health facilities, warns residents against patronising unregistered facilities
Idowu urged residents to be vigilant when choosing healthcare centres, emphasising that every accredited facility displays HEFAMAA’s signage and certificate…
Lagos calls on CSOs, NGOs to strengthen citizen-government engagement
Speaking at the workshop, the convener and Permanent Secretary of OPLCE, Engr. Sholabomi Shasore, said the strategy is designed to…
Lagos launches fresh Registration for poor, vulnerable households
The LASSR, a subset of the National Social Register, is a comprehensive database of poor and vulnerable households in Lagos.…
Lagos charges residents to patronise only accredited Health facilities
According to her, the system also allows for immediate feedback. “If you have any comments or complaints, you can interact…
Plan your movement: Lagos shuts popular Maryland Bridge three days
To reduce congestion and ease movement, the Commissioner disclosed that traffic personnel would be deployed to the area.
Plan your movement: Lagos shuts major road in Ikoyi for drainage upgrade
The construction, requiring a section of Osborne Road to be cut near Foreshore Towers, is scheduled from 10:00 p.m. on…
Sanwo-Olu unveils Lagos’ game-changing Digital House Numbering System
The governor commended the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, describing electronic land documentation as the only sustainable way to reduce…
Lagos saves N117B properties, 450 lives in stunning drop in fire cases
Presenting the 2024 Fire Report, the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs. Margret Adeseye, disclosed that…
Silent destroyer on Lagos waters: Alebiosu declares war on illegal dredging
Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Dayo Bush-Alebiosu, speaking ahead of the inaugural Waterfront Summit scheduled for 12th September 2025, described…
Lagos strikes hard as Vaniti Club is sealed over traffic chaos on Victoria Island
Authorities said the club’s continuous use of roadside spaces for parking has not only worsened congestion in the high-traffic area…
Flood Alert: Lagos hit by 12-hour rain, Govt warns residents to stay vigilant
The Commissioner also cautioned motorists and pedestrians against driving or walking through flooded roads, warning that vehicles could become submerged…
LASU crisis: Lagos appeals to ASUU, SSANU to halt indefinite strike
These meetings, the government said involved the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, resulted in a mutual agreement to avoid…
Lagos rallies Cooperatives to power Inclusive Economic Growth
Delivering the keynote address, LASCOFED President, Mr. Oladipo Shobule, reflected on the global significance of 2025 being designated the International…
Lagos fights traffic chaos with 10,000 trucks in E-Call system
Approximately 10,000 trucks have been registered to date, with additional registrations ongoing, according to Bolanle Ogunlola, Deputy Director of Public…
Lagos seeks stronger stakeholder synergy to curb alarming rise in drowning cases
World Drowning Prevention Day, observed annually on July 25, was instituted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2021 through…
Lagos appeals to Medical Guild to halt warning strike over salary dispute
To address the dispute, a Conciliation Committee, comprising representatives from both the Medical Guild and the government, has been established.
Lagos deepens Procurement Reforms with digital innovation, legislative backing
Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, hailed the Agency as “a model of excellence, both within and outside Nigeria,” adding…
Lagos bolsters Public Service with intensive training programmes
Another session, “Budgeting and Fiscal Management,” equipped 200 Budget and Planning Officers with modern budgeting techniques and fiscal discipline to…
Lagos cracks down on illegal traders as drainage projects near completion
However, Wahab said the return of traders to previously cleared areas under critical infrastructure threatens these efforts.
Lagos, UNFPA demand bold investment in Youth for fair future
Representing Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Mr. Mobolaji Onimole, Director of Development Partners Department, praised the governor’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ agenda, which prioritizes youth,…
Lagos reopens Purple Mall after tragic death sparks uproar
Wahab acknowledged the public outcry that followed the incident, particularly on social media, where accusations were directed at regulatory bodies…
Charity Bridge raid: 14 nabbed in Lagos crackdown on miscreants, street traders
Those arrested are Kayode Solomon, 30; Destiny Chima, 48; Abdullahi Saidu, 25; Egbe Robinson, 20; Ekundayo John, 18; Francis David,…
Lagos set to attract Billions as Invest Lagos 2.0 kicks off with global stakeholders
Ambrose identified priority sectors for strategic investment, including infrastructure development, sustainable transportation, digital innovation, renewable energy, healthcare, creative and entertainment…