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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.
July 1, 2026
Lagos Grapples with Widespread Flooding as Heavy Rains Disrupt City Life
Severe rainfall over 12 hours left Lagos paralyzed, causing widespread flooding, business closures, and traffic chaos, leading the state government to announce fresh measures against illegal drainage encroachment.
July 1, 2026
MFM Equips 130 Lagos Educators to Combat Adolescent Substance Abuse
The Mountain Top Rehabilitation Centre has trained 130 Lagos school counsellors to better identify and address substance abuse among students.
July 1, 2026
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.
June 30, 2026
Atiku Abubakar Offers Support to Lagos Flood Victims
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has publicly supported Lagos residents impacted by severe weekend flooding, calling for community solidarity as the state deals with widespread infrastructure disruptions.
June 30, 2026
Lagos State Secures Permanent Operating Licence for Red Line Rail from NRC
The Nigerian Railway Corporation has issued a permanent operating licence to the Lagos State Government for the Red Line rail, ending the agency's century-long operational monopoly.
June 30, 2026
Lagos authorities clear occupants from unsafe four-storey building
Lagos officials have evacuated a four-storey building on Lagos Island after discovering severe structural flaws that threatened a potential collapse.
June 30, 2026
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.
June 30, 2026
Severe Flooding Displaces Residents in Isashi and Ojo Communities
Intense rainfall has caused significant flooding across several Lagos communities, forcing residents to evacuate homes and appeal to the government for help.
June 30, 2026
Severe flooding strikes Lagos following intense rainfall
Torrential rain has caused major flooding in Lagos, damaging homes and infrastructure as the Nigerian meteorological agency warns of more storms to come.
June 30, 2026