September 22, 2025

Lagos State Government

General Housing Reform

Ilubirin Foreshore Housing Project on Track for 2026 Completion — LASG

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — The Lagos State Government has assured residents that the Ilubirin Foreshore Housing Project is progressing steadily and remains on course for completion by 2026. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, who stated that the mixed-use residential development located along the Lagos Lagoon is a flagship

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General

Lagos State Government Begins Immediate Enforcement of Single-Use Plastics Ban

Lagos, July 2, 2025 — The Lagos State Government has commenced immediate enforcement of its ban on specific categories of single-use plastics as part of a broader strategy to combat environmental pollution and promote sustainability across the state. Announcing the enforcement on Tuesday, the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab,

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Business General

Lagos Govt, PEBEC Reaffirm Commitment to Business-Friendly Reforms at SABER Session

The Lagos State Government has once again reiterated its commitment to creating a thriving business environment through sustained policy reforms and private sector collaboration. This assurance was given during the Lagos edition of the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) Technical Session and Statewide Townhall Meeting held on Monday, June 23, 2025, in Ikeja.

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Business

Lagos Govt, PEBEC Reaffirm Commitment to Business-Friendly Reforms at SABER Session

The Lagos State Government has once again reiterated its commitment to creating a thriving business environment through sustained policy reforms and private sector collaboration. This assurance was given during the Lagos edition of the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) Technical Session and Statewide Townhall Meeting held on Monday, June 23, 2025, in Ikeja.

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Health

Lagos Takes Lead in National Campaign Against Drug Abuse

Lagos State – June 2025 — The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating the menace of drug abuse through a multi-stakeholder awareness campaign spearheaded by the Ministry of Health. The campaign, which coincided with the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, saw government officials, health professionals, civil society groups,

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Education

Lagos State Government Inaugurates 17-Member Committee to Develop Policy Framework for Non-State Schools

Lagos, Nigeria – June 2025 — In a move aimed at improving the quality and regulation of education in private and mission-owned schools, the Lagos State Government has inaugurated a 17-member committee tasked with drafting and implementing a comprehensive policy for non-state schools. The committee, which comprises education experts, policy advisors, representatives from private school

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General

Lagos Government Reacts to Peter Obi’s Claims Over Demolition of Brother’s Property

The Lagos State Government has formally responded to comments made by the former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, concerning the recent demolition of a property reportedly belonging to his brother in Lagos. Obi had expressed disapproval over the demolition, describing it as unjust and calling for respect for

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General Housing Reform

LASG Seeks Collaboration to Sustain Government-Owned Housing Estates

IKEJA, LAGOS — The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the long-term sustainability of government-owned housing estates across the state, calling on residents, facility managers, and key stakeholders to actively participate in maintaining infrastructure and promoting responsible estate management. This appeal was made during a recent stakeholders’ meeting held at the Lagos

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Health

Lagos Inaugurates Implementation Team for Mandatory Health Insurance Scheme

LAGOS — The Lagos State Government has officially inaugurated an implementation team tasked with the rollout and enforcement of its mandatory health insurance policy, a bold step aimed at achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through the Ilera Eko Health Scheme. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja, marked a significant milestone

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Health Waste Management

Lagos Government Seals Oko-Oba Abattoir Over Health Violations and Environmental Abuse

The Lagos State Government has shut down the popular Oko-Oba Abattoir in Agege over what it described as alarming levels of environmental degradation and brazen disregard for public health standards. The decision was taken following an inspection tour led by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who was accompanied by members

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