Lagos Ranks 14th Globally, 2nd in Africa for Nightlife
Lagos has earned a prestigious spot among the world’s top 20 nightlife destinations, ranking 14th globally and 2nd in Africa, according to a newly released report by global lifestyle authority Time Out Magazine. The ranking, based on thousands of surveys…
Lagos to Host Africa’s First-Ever E1 Electric Powerboat Championship – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State is set to make history as the first African city to host the prestigious E1 Championship, the world’s first all-electric powerboat racing series. The announcement was made by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu via his official X account on Sunday.…
Lagos Launches N500bn MSME Fund to Empower Women in Trade
In a bold move to bolster small businesses and uplift women in the informal trade sector, the Lagos State Government has unveiled a N500 billion Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Fund, specifically designed to support women traders. The…
Lagos Seals Construction Site After Crane Accident Kills Operator
The Lagos State Safety Commission has sealed the Monterosa Construction site after a crane accident occurred there around 7:30 a.m. According to officials who arrived promptly, crane operator Mr. Rotimi Adesina suffered fatal injuries during the…
Lagos Sets Stage for Global Investment Inflow with High-Impact Economic Summit
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with Sterling One Foundation, is set to host the Lagos Investment Summit 2.0, a high-profile economic event aimed at attracting global investors, driving inclusive growth, and positioning the state as a…
Lagos to Enforce Mandatory Health Insurance by 2026, Ramps Up Tech and Outreach Initiatives
The Lagos State Government has announced its intention to fully enforce mandatory health insurance for all residents starting in early 2026, following the Executive Order signed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in July 2025. Dr. Emmanuel Zamba,…
Dump at Your Peril: Lagos Warns as Offenders Face ₦250K Fine or 3-Month Jail Term
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to residents against illegal dumping of refuse and environmental violations, stating that offenders risk a fine of ₦250,000 or a three-month jail sentence, in accordance with the Lagos Sanitation Law.…
Lagos Enrolls 130,000 Vulnerable Households for FG’s N75,000 Cash Support
In a strategic move to cushion the effects of recent economic reforms, the Lagos State Government has enrolled 130,000 households into the Federal Government’s N75,000 conditional cash transfer programme. The programme, which targets Nigeria’s…
Lagos Unveils Monthly, Quarterly Rent Plans to Ease Housing Burden
The Lagos State Government has unveiled plans to introduce more flexible rent payment structures, including monthly and quarterly options. This initiative aims to ease the financial pressure on residents, particularly low-income earners who struggle with…
Lagos Among World’s Best Cities of 2025, One of Only Three African Cities on the List
Time Out has included Lagos in its prestigious list of the world’s best cities for 2025, alongside Cape Town and Marrakech, making them the only African cities to earn the honour. The annual ranking draws on surveys from thousands of city dwellers around…