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A new era of collaboration and empowerment among media professionals dawned on Friday, 25 October, as the Innovative Media Partners (Surulere) Cooperative Multipurpose Society was inaugurated by the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment. The event, directed by Mrs. Naseerat Oyindamola Dosunmu, leading a team from the Surulere, Lagos branch of the Read More…
The Lagos State Government has taken a significant step towards enhancing legal accessibility and public understanding by deciding to translate existing state laws from English into Yoruba. This initiative, spearheaded by the Lagos State Law Reform Commission, aims to bridge the language gap and ensure that more residents can comprehend and comply with the laws Read More…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, today announced the official launch of the Lagos Mass Rail Transit (LMRT) Red Line, marking the start of commercial operations on the 27-kilometer rail route from Agbado to Oyingbo. The Red Line is the state’s second operational rail system in under two years, following the launch of the Blue Line Read More…
In a devastating accident on Sunday, three people lost their lives in a multi-vehicle collision after a tanker carrying black oil experienced brake failure. The incident occurred around 6 PM at Second Rainbow, inward Mile 2, along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway. The tanker, fully loaded with black oil, lost control and crashed into two Volkswagen commercial Read More…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has issued a stark warning about the escalating cholera outbreak, reporting 359 deaths nationwide in the first nine months of 2024. This alarming update was part of a press statement released today, highlighting the critical situation in Lagos and other affected regions. Dr. Ifeanyi Okafor, a public health Read More…
In a determined effort to combat food insecurity and ensure sustainable food supply, the Lagos State Government has launched several initiatives aimed at achieving 40% food self-sufficiency by 2025. This ambitious goal is part of the state’s five-year Agricultural and Food Systems Roadmap, introduced by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in 2021. The roadmap outlines multiple projects Read More…
In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, the Lagos State Government has announced plans to ban the use of single-use plastics, including PET bottles and sachet water, starting January 2025. This initiative aims to tackle the growing problem of plastic waste in the state. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, emphasised the Read More…
A unique architectural marvel has taken Lagos by storm, as the city unveils Nigeria’s first upside-down house. This extraordinary structure, which has quickly become a viral sensation, features furniture and fixtures affixed to the ceiling, creating a mind-bending illusion for visitors. The upside-down house, located in the heart of Lagos, was recently showcased in a Read More…
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services have raised alarms over a troubling increase in hoax calls, which are significantly disrupting their operations. This surge in false emergency calls has been linked to residents placing bets on whether emergency responders will show up. A source within LASEMA Read More…
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the state into a leading destination for medical tourism in West Africa. This ambitious goal was highlighted by the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, during the Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency’s (HEFAMAA) World Patient Safety Day event. Speaking at the event, Read More…