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Governor Fubara Pushes for Final Fix to Bille Gas Leak
Governor Siminalayi Fubara is collaborating with federal officials to resolve a persistent gas leak in Bille, while also pledging to upgrade local healthcare facilities.
Lagos State Prepares for More Floods as Demolition of Unauthorized Structures Begins
Lagos authorities are clearing illegal structures along the Badagry Expressway while warning residents to prepare for continued heavy rainfall and potential flooding in the coming weeks.
Governor Namadi Identifies Climate Change as a Primary Development Obstacle
Governor Malam Umar Namadi warns that climate change is severely impacting Jigawa State, stressing the need for sustainable policies and youth involvement during the launch of the Green Nigeria Challenge.
Lagos State Attributes Ikorodu Flooding to Contractor Oversight While Promising Enhanced Infrastructure
Lagos State officials have identified contractor interference as a primary cause of recent Ikorodu floods, while vowing to demolish illegal structures and clear drainage channels across the metropolis.
Governor Sanwo-Olu Authorizes Dredging of 28 Drainage Channels to Combat Flooding
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered the immediate dredging of 28 primary drainage channels to mitigate the impact of recent extreme flooding across the state.
Lagos State Opposes Federal Government’s Kuramo Beach Reclamation Project
Lagos State officials are moving to block federal reclamation projects at Kuramo Beach and have ordered the removal of structures obstructing drainage systems to combat seasonal flooding.
Lagos environment agency shuts down two venues for noise violations
LASEPA has shut down Westgate Arena Club and Dave Premium and Suites in Lagos following repeated violations of noise pollution regulations.
Lagos Authorities Shut Down Two Hospitality Businesses for Excessive Noise
LASEPA has shut down Westgate Arena Club and Dave Premium and Suites for persistent noise pollution and failure to adhere to environmental compliance regulations.
NEMA Identifies Five Kwara Local Governments Facing Severe Flood Threats
NEMA has warned that five local government areas in Kwara State face high flood risks, prompting an urgent call for disaster preparedness and coordinated regional action.
NEMA Advocates Enhanced Agency Cooperation to Tackle National Flood Risks
NEMA officials have urged government agencies to coordinate more effectively to mitigate the 2026 flood risk, which threatens 23 states and the FCT.