By Olasunkanmi Akoni Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have impounded 278 commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, over traffic violations and alleged involvement in criminal activities across the metropolis. The Chairman of the Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this on Sunday, saying the enforce…

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has congratulated Gov. Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti on his landslide victory in Saturday's governorship election. He described the victory as a reward for good governance and effective service delivery. Sanwo-Olu, who is also the chairman of the South-West Governors Forum, said this i…

…sanity and improving compliance across the affected areas." The Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, reaffirmed the agency's commitment to sustaining enforcement operations until full compliance is achieved. Akerele said: "We will not be cowed or fold our arms and allow people of criminal intent…

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has applauded the European Investment Bank (EIB) for its support towards the Omi

The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, loyal to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has appealed to Chief Bode George to rejoin the 'party's mainstream leadership structure' to reposition it ahead of 2027. Mr Hakeem Olalemi, State Organising Secretary of the faction, made the appeal in an interview wi…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, has expressed concern over the growing dangers posed by the rainy season, disclosing that 353 victims were rescued from road crashes and other emergencies across the state between January and May 2026. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made the…

By Henry Obetta Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has renewed calls for a special federal status for Lagos, arguing that the state continues to bear national-level responsibilities more than three decades after losing its status as Nigeria's capital. He made the appeal on Saturday at the maiden Geo-economic Op…

…he said. Delivering a keynote address titled "From South-West Nigeria to the Globe: Lagos State as a Geoeconomic Hub," the governor reaffirmed Lagos' commitment to fostering stronger regional ties and economic collaboration across the South-West. He highlighted ongoing investments in infrastructure, including the opera…

…to confront those who threaten our country." Deputy State Commander (Operations) of the Lagos State Vigilante Command, Ayede Santos, also speaking, emphasised the importance of citizen participation. "Security should be everybody's business," he said. "When you see something, you should say something." According to San…

…of Lagos which consisted of the areas of authority of the present Western State and Lagos State Governments, excluding Egba Division. (2) The Protectorate of Southern Nigeria which comprised roughly the areas of authority of the present three Eastern States, and of the Midwestern State Government. (3) The Protectorate…

The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Special Task Force to coordinate the immediate evacuation of refuse from transport parks, bus stops, and garages across the metropolis, while also warning against indiscriminate waste dumping and the emergence of illegal structures within motor parks. The initiative is part…

....Warns Transport Unions Over Indiscriminate Dumping By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Special Task Force to oversee the immediate evacuation of refuse across transport parks, bus stops and garages in the metropolis, while issuing a strong warning against indiscriminate waste disposal…

…whenever called upon to contribute to national development. Obasanjo equally commended Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for attending the event despite his demanding political schedule ahead of the Ekiti governorship election. He described the governor's presence as "a great sacrifice" and appreciated him for ho…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the Omi Eko Project will significantly reduce travel time for residents, improve urban mobility and boost economic productivity across the state. A statement by the Lagos statement Government said Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke while receiving a delegation from the European…

…College, Gbagada, before earning a Higher National Diploma in Estate Management from Lagos State Polytechnic. She began her acting career in 1998 after joining the Actors Guild of Nigeria, making her screen debut in the English-language film Satanic.She later made her Yoruba-language debut in Baba Darijinwon in 2002 an…

…Deputy Commissioner of Police, Anthony Okon Placid, who has now been redeployed to the Lagos State Police Command. The redeployment comes less than three months after Placid assumed office as Force PRO on March 8, 2026, following the exit of former police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin. A source familiar with the deve…

…Fuji musician Abdul "Love Azeez" Azeez Oladeji has been laid to rest in Ojodu-Berger, Lagos State, following his death at the age of 81. The respected singer reportedly died on Wednesday evening at his Lagos residence after a brief illness. His death was confirmed by the General Secretary of the Fuji Musicians Associat…

"The EIB's commitment to the Omi Eko Project is highly commendable. The Lagos State Government is fully committed to providing the enabling environment required for the success of this partnership. This includes strong political will, policy consistency, transparency, accountability, and effective collaboration," Lagos…

The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended 26 foreign nationals after investigations into a reported kidnapping case revealed that the incident was allegedly fabricated. Findings showed that those apprehended included 19 nationals of Chad and seven citizens of Cameroon. The case reportedly began after a 22-year-old…

…products and other commodities at the Apapa, Lekki Deep Sea and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos State. According to the authority, the vessels are offloading various consignments, including bulk wheat, bulk salt, general cargo, fresh fish, containers, bulk sugar, petrol, bulk gas, diesel and bulk urea. An additional 46 v…