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Severe Gridlock Cripples Mile 2–Apapa Route as Authorities Remain Passive
Hundreds of trucks paralyzed the Mile 2–Apapa route on Thursday, with locals blaming unregulated container terminals and inactive government oversight for the persistent gridlock.
Agboyi-Ketu LCDA Considers N50,000 Penalty and Jail Time for Waste Bin Violations
A proposed bye-law in Lagos's Agboyi-Ketu LCDA mandates the use of household waste bins, with offenders facing up to six months in jail or a N50,000 fine.
Ibeju-Lekki Administration Shuts Down Bogije Dredging Site Following Major Flooding
Ibeju-Lekki Chairman Abdullahi Sesan Olowa has ordered the immediate shutdown of a dredging site in Bogije after heavy rains triggered severe flooding in local neighborhoods.
Lagos State Authorities Assist Pregnant Woman, Transfer Mother and Child to Plateau Government
Lagos State officials successfully rescued an unconscious pregnant woman, provided medical stabilization, and facilitated her safe delivery before reuniting her and her newborn with the Plateau State government.
Police raid Alimosho criminal hotspots, sparking alarm among Lagos residents
Lagos police conducted an overnight raid in the Alimosho area, arresting several suspects and destroying a site allegedly used by criminals, causing widespread panic among locals.
Shortages and inflated costs drive preference for stockfish heads in Lagos markets
Rising market prices and supply constraints have led Lagos shoppers to prioritize stockfish heads over traditional cuts, citing both cost-efficiency and superior flavor in local soups.
Sam Larry Hospitalized After Fatal Vehicle Accident in Lagos
Music promoter Sam Larry has been hospitalized after a severe road accident in Lagos that resulted in the death of his bouncer.
APC State Leaders Praise Tinubu’s Infrastructure Legacy Following Lagos Inspection
APC state chairmen toured major Lagos infrastructure projects, lauding President Tinubu's long-term vision and urging other states to replicate the successful economic and transport models observed.
Government agency warns of worsening floods in Lagos over next 12 weeks
NiHSA warns that the current floods in Lagos are only the beginning, with conditions likely to deteriorate through September as urban, riverine, and coastal flooding collide.
Lagos Government Urges Critics to Avoid Politicizing Flood Mitigation Efforts
Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, defends the administration's flood control measures, calling for an end to the politicization of environmental challenges while outlining plans for improved drainage and waste infrastructure.