The Federal Ministry of Works has swiftly responded to concerns raised over the state of the Dorman-Long Bridge, following a viral video on social media suggesting that a portion of the bridge was in critical condition. In a press release dated September 18, 2023, the ministry clarified the situation. The video, which gained traction on Read More…
In the bustling metropolis of Lagos, here’s your exclusive weather forecast: Monday: Lagosians can expect a day that begins with cloudy skies and the possibility of light rains during the morning hours. As the day progresses, brace yourselves for thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rains in the afternoon and evening. Tuesday: Start your day in Lagos Read More…
Following a day of devastating floods that wreaked havoc on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, a Special Intervention Team, established under the guidance of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, swung into action on Sunday to address the issue. The torrential rainfall had triggered flooding in numerous areas across Lagos, including sections of the vital expressway, causing significant distress to Read More…
Residents of various buildings in Lagos faced a perilous situation as balconies and doors exhibited concerning signs of deterioration. The occupants refrained from lighting up for fear of a catastrophic collapse. Furthermore, on Layi Oyekanmi Street, Ilasa, Mushin, two separate three-storey structures underwent partial demolition. Numerous other distressed edifices were sealed off and marked for Read More…
Mile 2 in Lagos State was returned to a state of tranquillity following a Tuesday morning altercation that resulted in one fatality. The incident unfolded amidst a dispute involving tanker drivers, street denizens, and personnel from the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation and Special Offences Enforcement Unit, commonly referred to as the task force. The normally Read More…
Saturday’s near-fire calamity in the Ojuelegba neighbourhood of Lagos was extinguished thanks to the efforts of Zebra Akinde Olusola and the other personnel of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). Mr. Taoqik Adebayo, the Director of the Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, provided details about this significant intervention in an official statement. Read More…
The Lagos State Government is set to embark on a trial run of its Electronic Queuing Management System (EQMS) to manage traffic on the Lekki-Epe Corridor, commencing on September 4th and running until September 30th. This initiative is aimed at elevating the driving experience for both truck operators and commuters navigating this vital corridor. Mr Read More…
The Lagos State Coordinating Office for Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Support (APPEALS) has appealed for a unified approach among financial institutions, insurance companies, farmers, and off-takers within the state. Addressing a joint gathering of financial institutions, insurance companies, off-takers, stakeholders, and beneficiaries at the Lagos APPEALS Project’s Oko-Oba, Agege office, Mrs. Oluranti Sagoe-Oviebo, the Read More…
The Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has advocated for the adoption of the National Food and Nutrition Policy to ensure the healthy developmental growth of children. Mrs. Oluyemi Kalesanwo, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, made this plea on Wednesday in Lagos during a visit by the Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition Read More…
The Lagos State Government is ushering in a new era of technology-driven water transportation through the introduction of the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) Electronic Fleet (E-Fleet) Surveillance System. In a statement issued by Mr. Akeem Odusina, Director of the Public Affairs Unit of LAGFERRY, the move aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.E.M.E.S.+ Agenda, a strategic Read More…
