Lagos, June 18, 2025 – In a bid to drive operational efficiency across trade-related government functions, the Office of Transformation, Creativity and Innovation (OTCI) has hosted a high-level Business Process Roundtable with trade officers from across Lagos State. The forum, held earlier this week at the state secretariat, brought together key officers for a robust
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has sentenced nine Chinese nationals to varying jail terms after finding them guilty of cyber-terrorism, internet fraud, and related offences. The convicts were arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following months of investigation into their involvement in a transnational cybercrime syndicate operating within Nigeria. The
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to safeguarding its coastline and developing climate-resilient infrastructure to address the growing threats posed by climate change. This renewed assurance was given during the ongoing United Nations Ocean Conference taking place in Nice, France, where Lagos made a case for urgent global and local climate action.
As Nigerians prepare to mark the Eid celebrations, the Federal Government has announced the deployment of additional train services to enhance mobility and ease travel pressure for millions journeying to key cities, particularly Lagos and Kano. The Ministry of Transportation, in a statement released on Monday, confirmed that the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) will operate
The Lagos State Government has officially launched Agrithon 2025, a strategic initiative aimed at boosting innovation in the agricultural sector through technology and entrepreneurship. The programme seeks to attract partners to raise ₦150 million in support of agritech startups and young innovators. Unveiled by the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture, Agrithon 2025 is designed to
The Lagos State Government today joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Bicycle Day, highlighting the bicycle as a clean, affordable, and healthy mode of transportation. The event, which featured a symbolic ride through key parts of the city, drew participation from cycling enthusiasts, environmental advocates, and government officials. It aimed to promote
The Nigeria Customs Service, Murtala Muhammed Area Command (MMAC), has emerged winner of the 2025 Inter-Agency Sports Competition held at the Bashir Adeniyi Sports Arena in Lagos. The keenly contested tournament brought together staff and athletes from various government agencies, including the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted illicit opioids valued at over ₦6.5 billion at the Apapa Port in Lagos and Onne Port in Rivers State. The successful operations, carried out in collaboration with the Nigeria Customs Service and other security agencies, also led
In a groundbreaking development for Nigeria’s healthcare landscape, the Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation (HSDF) has announced a significant 25 per cent reduction in maternal mortality rates across selected local government areas in Lagos and Kaduna states. This achievement comes under the umbrella of Project Aisha, a maternal health initiative launched in 2022 with the
In a bold move to reclaim and rejuvenate one of Lagos’ most neglected urban corridors, the Lagos State Government has announced a strategic partnership with the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft to execute a large-scale environmental cleanup in Apapa and its surrounding communities. The initiative, which aligns with the state’s broader vision of building a
