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Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, former gubernatorial candidate of Lagos State under the Labour Party (LP), has raised serious concerns about the ongoing sand filling activities in the state, particularly in coastal communities like Makoko. He warns that these activities are a major threat and the primary cause of flooding in Lagos. In a recent interview, Rhodes-Vivour criticized Read More…
Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress in the 2023 elections, was reportedly assaulted by suspected thugs at the Lagos City Marathon on Saturday morning. The incident occurred while he was participating in the event alongside members of his media crew. Journalists covering the marathon were also targeted, with several injured and Read More…
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to commence the demolition of illegal buildings in the upscale Banana Island area. This decision follows a stakeholders’ meeting held on Thursday, where Gbolahan Oki, the General Manager of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), outlined the government’s strategy to address violations of building regulations and safety Read More…
In a bid to address the persistent issue of open defecation, the Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources to enforce environmental laws and ensure the provision of free public toilets across the state. This move comes after a motion was raised by Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, representing Read More…
The Lagos State Government has announced the cancellation of the work-from-home policy for public servants, effective from April 1, 2025. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this decision following the implementation of the new minimum wage and other welfare measures aimed at improving the well-being of state workers. The work-from-home initiative was introduced in February 2024 to Read More…
Lagos, the bustling commercial capital of Nigeria, has once again demonstrated its potential as a destination city by generating over $71.6 million in revenue during the 2024 ‘Detty December’ season. The impressive figures were announced by Mr. Idris Aregbe, the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Arts, and Culture. According to the ‘Lagos Read More…
The sealing of Coca-Cola, Guinness, and Peak Milk factories in Lagos during the Christmas holiday season could significantly impact revellers. These companies produce popular beverages and products that are in high demand during festive celebrations. With the factories shut down, there could be shortages of these products, leading to increased prices and limited availability. This Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to leveraging the state’s waterways for tourism and transportation as part of its broader economic development strategy. Speaking at the 2024 Lagos Boat Regatta on Saturday, Governor Sanwo-Olu described the event as a celebration of the state’s heritage and an opportunity to showcase its Read More…
The highly anticipated Lagos Shopping Festival kicks off tomorrow, December 23, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, promising a 72-hour non-stop shopping and entertainment experience. The three-day festival, organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture in collaboration with Chain Reaction Ltd, runs from December 23 to 25 and is expected Read More…
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 Lagos State elections, has hinted at another potential run for the state’s top job. In a recent interview, Rhodes-Vivour expressed his intention to remain active in politics and learn from past experiences. “By God’s grace, we are working,” Rhodes-Vivour said. “We are learning from our Read More…