Tag: Lagos State government
100 women graduate from Glovo, She Code Africa, LASG tech bootcamp
Glovo Nigeria, on Wednesday in Lagos, noted that the transformative 12-week programme was designed to equip women with technical skills.
Lagos unleashes 3,000 e-Police, Speed Cameras to crack down on traffic violations
Fashola revealed that speed limit cameras have already been installed at various locations, including Alapere-Ogudu Road, where the speed limit…
LASG tears into Corps member’s ‘Smelly Lagos’ rant, says City cleaner than ever
In a strongly worded statement on Sunday, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, dismissed the claims as…
Plan your movement: Lagos announces closure of major Rail Crossing
Lagos Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, issued a stern warning, stating that the drastic measure was necessary to stop further…
After 48-hour ultimatum: Lagos crushes illegal street trading in ruthless demolition operation
The Commissioner for the Environment and Water, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the operation, stating that it aligns with the state’s resolve…
Eviction alert: Lagos gives street traders 48 hours to vacate or face action
He emphasised that the government would not tolerate street trading and illegal habitation on road medians, stressing that such activities…
Lagos sets sail for Aqua Tourism boom with vibrant Seafood Festival
With the lively theme "Buy, Eat, Party," the event will celebrate Lagos’ bustling seafood trade, promote aquaculture, and position the…
Otedola Bridge horror: Lagos moves to rein in reckless tankers
The government said in the wake of this catastrophe, the state is taking a firm stance on enforcing stringent safety…
Silent killer at King’s College: Lagos races to stop deadly spread
"This is a crisis we must tackle head-on!" Prof. Abayomi declared grimly, confirming that the outbreak had already claimed a…
Lagos cracks down: Sanwo-Olu unleashes tougher building regulations
With the Governor’s approval, the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) conducted a rigorous selection process, accrediting qualified private sector…
Lagos trains Vehicle Inspection, Safety Officers on CNG Conversion
In his remarks, Mr Sesan Ogundeko, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, emphasised that safety remained a…
Over 200 illegal dredgers face Lagos wrath as Government clamps down
Determined to enforce global best practices, the Lagos State Government is moving to overhaul dredging operations entirely.
Lagos unveils Operation Quadrant Ignite at Design Week
In her remarks at the event, Ambrose explained that Lekki has long been envisioned as the industrial hub that would…
Caught in the act: Lagos busts illegal waste dumper in Egbeda
In response, Wahab emphasised the state’s zero-tolerance policy on environmental infractions, warning residents against indiscriminate waste disposal.
Fuel crisis looms as NUPENG battles LASG over towed tankers
Afolabi assured that ongoing talks with state authorities would facilitate the release of the impounded trucks, in line with the…
No escape! Lagos to crush e-Call up violators with full force
According to the government, multiple stakeholder meetings were held, and deadlines were extended to ensure compliance. However, enforcement kicked off…
Crackdown begins! Lagos targets drivers with concealed Number Plates, fake VINs
Sola Giwa, Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, declared that the reckless defiance of traffic laws through these infractions…
Lagos reopens shut markets, issues 48-hour quit notice to traders in Idumota
Wahab explained that the inspection was conducted to assess the level of compliance following enforcement actions taken to restore the…
Lagos warns Procurement Officers: Steer clear of corruption or face consequences
Onafowote left no room for doubt, declaring that Lagos would not tolerate any attempt to manipulate procurement processes or engage…
Lagos expands ITS to crack down on speeding, slaps N50,000 fine on offenders
Osiyemi disclosed that two sites have been designated as Checkpoint Sites for Speed Detection—one at Alapere, Ogudu Road, with a…
120 tankers, vehicles impounded in Lagos as Govt tackles illegal parking menace
This action, aimed at maintaining smooth vehicular movement, included towing 10 tankers and clearing another 120 vehicles indiscriminately parked under…
Lagos declares war on illegal structures, begins demolition Tuesday
Wahab also expressed concern over contractors dumping building materials on constructed drains, disrupting the flow of stormwater and damaging public…
Lagos unveils 10 State-of-the-Art Ferries to revolutionise Water Transport
Omotoso recalled that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had previously inaugurated 15 ferries, bringing the total to 25, aimed at reducing travel…
Lagos inaugurates Market Safety Marshals to curb fire disasters
Mojola explained that past fire incidents had resulted in significant financial losses for the state, market traders, and insurers, necessitating…
Lagos Waterworks revamp to deliver 100 million gallons daily by 2027
According to Wahab, Adiyan Waterworks 1 is designed to deliver 70 million gallons daily, Adiyan 2 will add 11 million…
Lagos Gov’t launches Eko Learners’ for WAEC, NECO candidates
The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr Jamiu Alli-Balogun made this known at the unveiling of the programme at…
We won’t succumb to intimidation: NUJ, RATTAWU hits back at LASG
Labour unions, including the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), and the Radio, Television, Theatre and…
Lagos slams Labour Unions over broadcast shutdown, orders workers back to work
The government accused the unions, including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers' Union (RATTAWU),…
Sanwo-Olu charges Nigerians on steadfastness, as Lagos hosts Jumat prayers for fallen heroes
He disclosed that he had recently donated ₦75 million and vehicles to the Lagos State Chapter of the Nigeria Legion…
Lagos pleads with NUJ, RATTAWU: Don’t go on strike Monday, let’s dialogue
The unions, representing workers of the Lagos State Broadcasting Corporation, including Lagos Television, Radio Lagos/EKO FM, and Lagos Traffic Radio,…