Disaster Metro Security

NSCDC averts potential pipeline explosion, safeguards Alimosho community in Lagos

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Lagos State successfully prevented a potential oil pipeline explosion that could have caused massive devastation in Alimosho, Lagos. According to DSC Oluwaseun Abolurin, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, this incident aimed to vandalise the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation’s (NNPC) oil pipelines in Liberty Estate and surrounding Read More…

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Environmental Protection Metro

Lagos State reopens markets in Mushin after environmental rectification

The Lagos State Government has recently reopened several markets in the Mushin area that were previously shut down due to rampant environmental violations, particularly indiscriminate waste disposal. Among these markets were Mushin Main Market, Ojuwoye, Awolowo, Irepodun, and Daleko markets. Expressing the reason behind the temporary closure, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, the Commissioner for Environment and Read More…

Business Investment Top Story

Lagos State’s historic participation at Lord Mayor’s show sets stage for future collaborations and investments

EnterpriseNGR, a policy and advocacy group, asserts that Lagos State’s involvement in the Lord Mayor’s Show will pave the way for future collaborations and investments, propelling sustainable economic development in Lagos and Nigeria. Expressing optimism, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman of EnterpriseNGR, highlighted the significance of this milestone, emphasising its role in advancing Lagos towards becoming Read More…

Elections Legal Metro Top Story

Court affirms Sanwo-Olu’s election victory, Governor extends olive branch to opponents

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has lauded the Court of Appeal’s decision, upholding his win in the March 18 governorship election. The dismissal of petitions from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party validates the free choice of Lagosians, according to Sanwo-Olu. He expressed gratitude and humility, emphasizing his commitment Read More…

Industrial Action Labour Nigeria Top Story

NLC and TUC affiliates in Lagos comply with nationwide strike directive

Affiliates of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) in Lagos State heeded the call on Tuesday to commence an indefinite nationwide strike, following the directive issued by the labour unions. The decision emerged from the National Executive Council meeting held on November 13, 2023, in Abuja, where the Read More…

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Business Circular Economy

Sanwo-Olu, private sector advocate collaborative ESG integration for circular economy

In a private sector ESG forum in Lagos themed “Is the Private Sector Accountable: A case for sustainable practices?”, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and private sector stakeholders underscored the imperative of collaboration to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into manufacturing operations, thereby driving the circular economy. Represented by his Special Adviser on Sustainable Development Read More…

Government Metro

Sanwo-Olu inaugurates new cabinet member and permanent secretaries in Lagos State

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State marked an important occasion on Friday as he inaugurated a new member of the Executive Council and two Permanent Secretaries at the Lagos House in Ikeja. The governor emphasised that these appointments were aimed at expanding the scope of the state’s healthcare system. Mrs. Oluwakemi Ogunyemi, a highly trained Read More…

Metro Poverty Reduction

Lagos State government commits to poverty reduction through decent work and social protection

The Lagos State Government, under the leadership of the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA), has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing access to decent work and social protection as part of its poverty reduction efforts. Mrs. Bolaji Dada, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, made this declaration during an event held Read More…

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City Transport Infrastructure Metro Top Story

Sanwo-Olu inaugurates Yaba flyover, marking a new era in Lagos transportation

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State officially inaugurated the Yaba flyover, a pivotal moment in the ongoing transformation of the state’s transportation infrastructure. The Yaba flyover is one of four bridges being simultaneously constructed along the Red Line rail corridor, and its opening to traffic promises to revolutionise commuting and connectivity in Lagos Mainland. During Read More…

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Business Top Story Trade

Lagos State secures $1.35 billion investment for infrastructure Projects

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced a significant investment deal worth $1.35 billion with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and Access Bank, aimed at boosting infrastructure development in the state. The announcement was made during the second AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment (ACTI) Forum in GeorgeTown Guyana. Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasised that this substantial investment would have Read More…