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Lagos

February 11, 2026

Port Harcourt-bound Arik aircraft forced to land in Benin amid safety concerns

Arik Air has confirmed its aircraft from Lagos to Port Harcourt, was diverted to Benin Airport as a precautionary measure after an unusual sound from its left engine.

Arik Air
February 11, 2026

Driver sentenced to prison for driving against traffic on Lagos-Ibadan expressway: FRSC

FRSC has secured a two-month jail term, without the option of a fine, for a traffic offender arrested for driving against traffic on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.

Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Credit: Nigerian Guardian)
February 11, 2026

Loan officer arraigned for stealing N4 million from employer

A 22-year-old loan officer, Olamide Busari, was on Wednesday arraigned before the Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun for stealing N3.8 million from his employer.

Courtroom
February 10, 2026

Task force arrests 26 suspects for extorting cart pushers in Lagos

Mr Wahab stated that operatives also dismantled illegal structures on the road setback that had been converted to makeshift dwellings.

Lagos State Task Force
February 10, 2026

Two killed, eight injured as minibus bursts into flames in Lagos

Mr Taofiq said operatives rescued eight passengers from the wreckage and took them to a nearby medical facility for treatment.

Burnt minibus in Lagos
February 10, 2026

28 ships with petroleum products, food items to arrive at Lagos ports

NPA also said 15 ships are currently discharging general cargoes, bulk gypsum, containers, bulk fertiliser, bulk sugar, diesel, and crude oil.

SHIPS
February 10, 2026

Lagos announces one-month partial closure of Lagos-Abeokuta expressway for rehabilitation

The rehabilitation will begin on February 11 (Wednesday) and end on March 11, 2026.

Lagos-Abeokuta road
February 10, 2026

Youth council, others rally support for Tinubu’s reelection in Lagos

The National Youth Council of Nigeria, Lagos East chapter, has thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s reelection bid in 2027.

Bola TInubu
February 9, 2026

Lagos: Two men arraigned for stealing bag of rice

The police on Monday arraigned two men before the Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for stealing a bag of rice.

Bags of rice used to illustrate the story
February 8, 2026

Lagos inaugurates committee for Akran of Badagry’s burial

Mr Kayode-Roberts cautioned members against financial impropriety, political interference or actions capable of undermining public confidence.

Akran of Badagry, Aholu Menu Toyi 1