Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Lagos

July 16, 2026

Troops raid Lagos building, nab 24 illegal migrants

Mr Yahaya stated that during the operation, 24 foreign nationals comprising 15 males and nine females were apprehended.

illegal migrants
July 16, 2026

LASTMA rescued 200 victims across 500 road crashes in three months: General Manager 

Mr Bakare-Oki further advised residents to postpone non-essential trips during periods of heavy rainfall and flash floods to ensure their safety.

LASTMA
July 16, 2026

NECA urges Nigerian government to sustain reforms, tackle insecurity

The president of NECA’s governing council, Ifeanyi Okoye, gave the advice on Tuesday at the association’s 69th AGM in Lagos.

NECA
July 15, 2026

SCRAMP: Lagos begins documentation of informal urban spaces 

Mr Olayinka urged residents and stakeholders to cooperate with the exercise.

Roadside Traders at
July 15, 2026

Ajiran Killings: CSOs caution against social media misinformation

Mr Lawnson stressed the need to protect ongoing investigations.

Courtroom
July 15, 2026

NAHCO vehicle collides with Air Peace plane at Lagos airport

Air Peace said the incident occurred after a baggage conveyor belt vehicle operated by NAHCO collided with one of the aircraft’s engines.

Damaged Air Peace plane
July 15, 2026

Institute says Lagos flood denial worsening crisis, urges urgent action

The institute pointed out that flooding has recurred annually in Lagos since 1968, except in 1973, the Sahelian drought year.

Flooded Lagos road used to illustrate the story
July 14, 2026

Residents seek urgent intervention on poor sanitation at Ikorodu garage

Mr Bello called for stricter enforcement of the Thursday market sanitation in the area.

Ikorodu garage
July 14, 2026

Fear mounts as gunmen kill Lagos NURTW organising secretary

The Lagos NURTW chairman, Mustapha Adekunle, said Mr Ajiboye’s demise of left him “deeply saddened and heartbroken.”

Toba Ajiboye
July 14, 2026

Ride-hailing drivers’ union suspends Lagos chairman over alleged gross misconduct

AUATON was established to protect platform workers from exploitation and unsafe working conditions.

Ride-hailing apps