The Lagos State Police Command has initiated a probe into the demise of an unidentified woman, discovered deceased in a hotel room, according to Police Public Relations Officer SP Benjamin Hundeyin. Confirming the incident on Sunday, Hundeyin disclosed that the hotel manager reported the matter at the Trinity Police Station around 6:17 p.m. on Friday. Read More…
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Gas explosion damages National Arts Theatre in Lagos
A gas explosion occurred on Saturday night at a gas shop near the National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Surulere, Lagos State, causing damage to some sections of the iconic cultural landmark. According to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, the fire was caused by an exploded gas cylinder and was brought under control within Read More…
Lagos maintains affordable status as Singapore and Zurich top global cost-of-living index
Singapore and Zurich emerged as the world’s most expensive cities this year, followed by Geneva, New York, and Hong Kong, as per the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), signalling ongoing challenges in the global cost-of-living landscape. Meanwhile, Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, remains relatively affordable in the latest survey, ranking 125th out of 172 cities. The EIU’s Read More…
Ex-International Friday Ekpo urges focus on Super Eagles’ depth than coach sack
In a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, former Super Eagles midfielder, Friday Ekpo, emphasised the importance of reinforcing key departments of the team with fresh home-based and foreign professionals rather than an immediate sacking of Head Coach José Peseiro. Amidst the Super Eagles’ lacklustre performance in the ongoing 2026 Read More…
Lagosians find relief in ‘Rage Room’ therapy amid rising stress levels
In Lagos, Nigeria, an unconventional form of therapy has emerged as an outlet for pent-up frustration. The “rage room” at Shadow Rage Room allows patrons to unleash their anger by breaking glass, smashing furniture, and demolishing electronic devices in a controlled environment, free from consequences. Offering 20-minute sessions for N7,500, co-founder Banjoko Babajide James revealed Read More…
Environmental offenders sentenced to community service and fines for indiscriminate waste disposal
In Ikoyi, Lagos, the Environmental Special Offences Court has levied fines and community service penalties on 40 individuals guilty of indiscriminate waste disposal, highlighting the severity of their actions and their adverse effects on the environment. Each offender received a fine of ₦30,000 or an alternative sentence of six hours of community service in specified Read More…
Bariga FC claims victory in 1XBET Community Football Cup final
Bariga FC secured a decisive 2-0 win over Ighalo FC in the final clash held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos, marking the culmination of the inaugural 1XBET Community Football Cup. Bagging the championship title, Bariga FC clinched a prize of N1 million, while the valiant runner-up, Ighalo FC, took home N500,000. The Young Read More…
HPV Vaccines: Lagos administers 40% of targeted girls, battles misinformation
The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB) revealed that it has provided Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to 40% of targeted girls in Lagos. Dr Ibrahim Mustafa, the Permanent Secretary of LSPHCB, disclosed the vaccination initiative to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos. HPV is a common sexually transmitted virus known for causing 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…
Lagos aims to restore drainages through enhanced enforcement
The Lagos State Government is doubling down on enforcement measures to restore drainage alignments across the state. Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, affirmed the government’s commitment to this cause, emphasising the goal of preventing flooding by reinstating setbacks and drainage alignments. Wahab led a high-profile delegation from the ministry on an Read More…