September 19, 2025

Lagos State

General

Lagos to Make History as Africa Hosts First International E1 Electric Boat Race in October

Lagos, September 3, 2025 – Lagos State is set to make history in October as it hosts Africa’s first-ever E1 Electric Boat Race International Competition, marking a major milestone for sports innovation and eco-friendly technology on the continent. The high-profile event will feature some of the world’s leading teams and athletes racing cutting-edge electric-powered boats

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General Sport

Sanwo-Olu backs NBA Nigeria partnership to boost basketball in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has endorsed a partnership with NBA Nigeria aimed at developing basketball and strengthening grassroots sports in the state. The governor received a delegation from the Nigerian arm of the National Basketball Association at Lagos House, Marina, where discussions centred on strategic plans to grow the sport. Among the delegation was

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General

Flooding Hits Ikorodu as Residents Urge Immediate Canal Dredging Near Olowoidikan Market

IKORODU, August 4, 2025 — Residents and traders in the Olowoidikan Market area of Ikorodu, Lagos State, have called on the state government to urgently commence dredging of the nearby canal, following heavy rainfall that caused widespread flooding and submerged several shops early Monday morning. The affected area, a densely populated commercial hub, was thrown

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Election General

Lagos Council Vice Chairmen Elect New Executives, Commit to Grassroots Development

Lagos, August 2, 2025  Vice Chairmen of Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State have elected a new set of executives to lead their forum, pledging renewed commitment to grassroots governance, accountability, and community-driven development. The election, held in Lagos on Friday, brought together vice chairpersons from across the state,

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General

Fashola, Sanwo-Olu Advocate Preservation of Lagos History Amid Street Naming Debate 

Lagos, Nigeria – Former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola has called for urgent measures to preserve the state’s historical records, citing ongoing controversies around street renaming as evidence of the need for proper documentation.   Speaking at the public presentation of “Discover Lagos State: A History Puzzle Book (Volume 1)” on Tuesday, Fashola referenced archives

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Health

Lagos State Clinches Global Spotlight for Groundbreaking HIV Financing Approach at International Conference

Lagos State has once again demonstrated leadership in public health innovation as it gained international acclaim for its forward-thinking HIV financing strategy at the ongoing 2025 International AIDS Society (IAS) Conference on HIV Science in Kigali, Rwanda. The recognition was conferred during one of the conference’s key sessions, where Lagos presented a cutting-edge data-driven model

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General Politics

Rigged or Real? Lagos LG Poll Sparks Uproar as Opposition Alleges APC Manipulation

The aftermath of Saturday’s local government elections in Lagos State has been marred by widespread allegations of electoral malpractice, with opposition parties calling for the cancellation of the results and accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress of gross misconduct and manipulation. Several opposition figures, including the Labour Party, Peoples Democratic Party and Social Democratic Party,

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Election Politics

Person Living With Disability Casts Vote in Surulere, Commends Smooth Electoral Process

A voter identified as a person living with disability (PLWD) has expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the local government elections in Surulere, Lagos State, describing the process as seamless and inclusive. The individual, who cast their vote earlier today, commended electoral officials for the orderly and accessible arrangement at the polling unit. Speaking with

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Election Politics

Roads Deserted Across Lagos as Local Government Elections Commence

Lagos, July 12, 2025 — Major roads and streets across Lagos State were unusually quiet on Saturday morning as the much-anticipated local government elections officially got underway. Residents largely complied with the restriction of movement order imposed by the Lagos State Police Command, which took effect from 6:00 a.m. and will remain in place until

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Election General

Sanwo-Olu Urges Lagosians to Vote in July 12 Local Government Elections

Lagos, July 11, 2025 — Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu has called on eligible voters across the state to participate fully in the local government elections scheduled for July 12, highlighting the importance of grassroots democracy and community development. In a statement released on Friday, the governor described the polls as an opportunity for Lagosians

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