On February 15, 2024, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, sparked controversy with his announcement to “clear” homeless communities residing under bridges across the city. The Governor, quoted by The Guardian on February 16, 2024, cited concerns about aesthetics, security, and traffic congestion as motivating factors, stating: “We cannot allow people to turn under Read More…
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Ban on RTEAN activities lifted, govt seeks unity in transportation Sector
The Lagos State Government has announced lifting the ban on activities of the Road Transport Employers’ Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) within the state, signalling a new phase in the transport sector’s dynamics. According to Mr. Sola Giwa, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, the decision reflects the government’s commitment to fostering peace and Read More…
Haziness and cloudiness predicted over Lagos from Monday to Wednesday
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast indicating haziness and cloudiness across Nigeria from Monday to Wednesday, with particular implications for Lagos and surrounding areas. According to NiMet’s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, moderate dust haze with a horizontal visibility range of 2km to 5km is expected over the northern Read More…
LASG pushes against soaring food prices, residents expectant
Residents of Lagos State are expecting the government to take proactive measures to tackle the escalating costs of food items and consumables in the region. This is exactly what the Lagos State Government has chosen to do. In a recent announcement during the conclusion of a two-day retreat at Orchid Hotels in Lekki, Ms. Abisola Read More…
LASG orders closure of Mandilas Market for cleanup
The Lagos State Government has taken decisive action to close Mandilas Market for two days, aiming to ensure compliance with its directive for the removal of illegal make-shift structures along road setbacks within and around the market area. The closure notice was issued following a joint inspection and enforcement exercise conducted by the Lagos State Read More…
Governor Sanwo-Olu inaugurates Lagos rail mass transit Red Line Feb 29
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has revealed plans to inaugurate the long-awaited Lagos rail mass transit Red Line on February 29, aiming to significantly enhance transportation infrastructure in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu made the announcement during the Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) Stakeholders Forum 2024, held in Ikeja. The event, themed “Parking in Lagos, The Journey Read More…
Federal Government launches 20,000 affordable housing project in Lagos
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to kick-start the construction of 20,000 affordable mass housing units under the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates project in Lagos State, marking a significant stride in President Bola Tinubu’s housing initiative. Dr. Markus Ogunbiyi, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, confirmed the development Read More…
LERSA and Lagos Transport Commissioner collaborate to alleviate transportation woes in Lekki Peninsula
The Lagos Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Seun Osiyemi, together with the leadership team of the Lekki Estate Resident and Stakeholders Association (LERSA), have initiated measures to tackle transportation hurdles across the Lekki peninsula. According to the President of LERSA, Alhaji Sulyman Bello, speaking in Lagos on Saturday, the initiative aims to significantly enhance residents’ quality Read More…
Lagos State Government vows action on Alapere Pedestrian Bridge damage
The Lagos State Government has pledged swift action to address the partial damage incurred by the Alapere Pedestrian Bridge last December following a collision with an overloaded truck. According to a statement released on Wednesday by the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure (Office of Infrastructure), the bridge was promptly closed for safety reasons, pending a Read More…
New Lagos-Ogun AIG Olatoye Durosinmi assumes duty at Zone 2 Command
The Nigeria Police Force witnesses a significant transition as Mr. Olatoye Durosinmi assumes office as the new Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) at Zone 2 Command, Onikan, Lagos. Announcing the development, Zonal Public Relations Officer, SP Tunni Ayuba, stated, “Durosinmi succeeded AIG Ari Mohammed Ali, who has been deployed as the AIG in-charge, Community Read More…