Turkey-based Nigerian activist and blogger Beatrice Opeyemi, popularly known as Teni Omoologo, has denied allegations that she received ₦1 million from Mohbad’s sister-in-law, Karimot Adebayo, to disrupt the campaign for justice for the late singer. The controversy stems from claims that Teni was financially induced to suppress the movement seeking accountability for Mohbad’s death. However,…

The government initiative to accelerate adjudicatory dispute resolution in Lagos State is an ingenious precedent-setting strategy that aligns with global fair trial standards. The scheme is overdue, considering that the country’s judiciary

The Lagos State Government has stated that it is ready to ensure that noise pollution enforcement during the yuletide season and beyond becomes a thing of the past. This was disclosed to the press by the Honorable Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab. Wahab stressed the need for stakeholders’ cooperation to achieve…

The Lagos State Government on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Access Bank to deliver 704 housing units in the Ikorodu area for low-income earners within the next 24 months. Speaking at the signing ceremony on Tuesday, Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, noted that the global housing challenge—especially the socio-economic task of providing…

Opposition parties in Lagos State have voiced their dissatisfaction over delays in preparations for the local government elections. The Lagos State United Opposition Political Parties (LASTOP), representing a coalition of political groups, accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led state government of intentionally stalling the polls. At a press conference in Lagos on Tuesday, Sola Olomola,…

The Lagos State Government has announced a road closure on Akin Adesola’s Street, Victoria Island for the Bavarian Motor Works outdoor show (BMW’s AUTOFEST), scheduled to hold on Dec. 15. The Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Osiyemi noted that the diversion would start…

Gbadebo Rhodes Vivour has recommended a ₦100,000 naira minimum for workers in Lagos describing the recent increase to ₦85,000 announced by the governor as unrealistic. He stated that “While the recent increase in the minimum wage to ₦85,000 is commendable, it significantly short of addressing the unique cost-of-living challenges faced by Lagos workers.” READ MORE:…

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has expressed concern over the increasing cases of sexual and gender-based violence in the state

Lagos State Government on Tuesday announced a series of public health initiatives, including an emergency operations centre to prevent the

The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversion plan for the reconstruction of Lagos-Badagry Carriageway. The state Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Osiyemi said the diversion which would commence from Aug. 26, 2024 to Jan. 31, 2025, would be in sections to minimise inconveniences for…

The Lagos State Government has appealed to protesters taking part in the ongoing nationwide protest to return home. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos State, Gbenga Omotoso made this known while responding to questions from journalists at the Ojota Underbridge on Friday, August 2, 2024.. Omotoso assured the protesters that their demands have been heard…

The Lagos State Government has unveiled plans to install closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras at key transportation points over the next two years. The key transportation points are interchanges, bus stops, freight yards, and taxi parks. This is contained in the recently released Lagos State Transport Policy, which outlines a series of actions adopted by the…