In a decisive move, the Lagos State Government has sealed the Oke-Afa market, Isolo, and Katangua market, Abule Egba, for violating waste disposal regulations and engaging in sundry unhygienic practices, constituting grave environmental infractions. According to a statement signed by Mrs. Folashade Kadiri, Director, Public Affairs, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the closure of the Read More…
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Lagos trader sentenced to 14 Years in prison for attempted sexual assault of a minor
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has praised the court’s decision to sentence Chukwukemeka Ejike, a 50-year-old trader, to 14 years in prison for attempting to defile a nine-year-old girl. DSVA commended the judgement in a statement it posted on its official Twitter handle, @LSdsva, on Tuesday. “It is heartening to see Read More…
Lagos Government announces plans for Medical University to curb health sector brain drain
The Lagos State Government revealed its forthcoming establishment of a medical university aimed at bolstering the training of healthcare professionals and mitigating the issue of brain drain in the health sector. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed this during the inauguration of the Femi Gbajabiamila General Hospital in Surulere. Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted the significance of the medical Read More…
Lagos State Government denies involvement in Computer Village demolition
The Lagos State Government firmly distanced itself from the demolition at Computer Village in Ikeja, clarifying that the action was unrelated to their jurisdiction. Speaking on the matter, Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, emphasised that the structure in question belonged to the Police Officers Wives Association (POWA), which had authorised its demolition. Read More…
Lagos State commences removal of closed inner road gates for enhanced accessibility
To enhance accessibility and restore the city’s master plan, the Lagos State Government initiated the removal of permanently closed inner road gates situated in the Lekki Phase I area. The exercise aims not only to address the challenges faced by motorists but also to revamp the overall environmental aesthetics. The decision to undertake this enforcement Read More…
Savour Christmas with Eko Rice! Lagosians, it’s here in your markets
“Attention, Lagosians! The Christmas table just got more delightful with Eko Rice hitting the shelves across major markets,” announced Dr. Oluwarotimi Fashola, Special Adviser to the State Governor on Agriculture, during a recent visit to the Lagos Rice Mill, Imota, Ikorodu. “In preparation for the Yuletide, we’re thrilled to offer the 50kg bag of Eko Read More…
Lagos State Government proposes electricity cooperative model as an energy sector solution
The Lagos State Government has highlighted its newly introduced electricity cooperative model as a potential remedy for the country’s struggling energy sector, specifically within the state. Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade & Investment, addressed this pivotal initiative during a one-day inaugural symposium held in Lagos. The symposium, themed “Venturing into Power Read More…
WaterAid and PepsiCo Foundation provide clean water and toilets for 2000 Students in Lagos
A partnership between WaterAid and the Lagos State Government resulted in the unveiling of a newly installed 6,000-litre solar-powered borehole, refurbished toilets, and handwashing stations at Community and LGA Primary schools in Ijegun. Evelyn Mere, WaterAid Nigeria’s Country Director, emphasised that the commissioning, coinciding with World Toilet Day 2023, marked a significant step. The project Read More…
Suicide in Lagos: Men urged to break silence
The Lagos State Government emphasised the need for men to break the culture of silence and speak up to combat suicidal tendencies, as highlighted during an event commemorating the 2023 International Men’s Day in Ikeja. Addressing the theme “Zero Male Suicide,” Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Read More…
LASG and NCF unite to combat plastic pollution at annual ‘Walk for Nature’ event
The Lagos State Government (LASG) and the Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF) joined forces on Saturday for the annual ‘Walk for Nature’ event, aiming to raise awareness and advocate for solutions to plastic pollution while promoting environmental sustainability. This marked the 17th edition of the walk, with the central theme being “Solutions to Plastic Pollution.” The Read More…