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Lagos govt announces road closures ahead of inaugurations

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The Lagos State Government has announced traffic diversions and temporary road closures across major parts of the state ahead of the commissioning of key infrastructure projects. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, urged motorists to plan their journeys ahead and avoid affected routes during the scheduled periods to minimise […]

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Lagos introduces 5% withholding tax on betting, gaming winnings

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The Lagos State Government has commenced the implementation of a five per cent Withholding Tax (WHT) on betting and gaming winnings in line with existing Nigerian tax laws and regulatory directives governing the gaming industry. Under the new policy, Lagos introduces 5% withholding tax on betting, gaming winnings applies to net winnings from licensed gaming

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Lagos govt reacts as Nigerian lady alleges sexual assault in viral video

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The Lagos Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has reacted to a viral video in which a TikTok user alleged she was sexually assaulted in her apartment, saying efforts are underway to locate her and provide support. In a statement shared on its official social media accounts on Tuesday, the agency said it is working

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LASG announces six-week traffic diversion plan for Apongbon bridge repair

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The Lagos State Government (LASG) has announced a six-week traffic diversion plan to facilitate repair works on the failed asphalt sections of the ramp and service lane linking Inner Marina to Apongbon Bridge, as well as portions of the bridge on both inbound and outbound lanes. According to the government, the repair works will be

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Lagos listed among leading global art hubs to visit in 2026 - Report

Lagos listed among leading global art hubs to visit in 2026 — Report

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Lagos State has been listed among the seven leading global art destinations to visit in 2026, according to a report by Artsy, a leading global online art marketplace. The city was described as “a banner biennale in West Africa’s preeminent art capital.” This was disclosed in a statement signed and released on Friday by the

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Lagos Island roads to be shut Sunday for 2025 Autofest race

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The Lagos State Government has announced that Lagos Island roads shut temporarily on Sunday, December 21, 2025, to allow for the 7th Road Edition of the Lagos Autofest race. The closure will affect key routes on the Island as the state prepares to host the high-profile motorsport event. In a traffic advisory issued by the

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Lagos govt moves against roadside parks, shanties, impound 155 vehicles

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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has intensified its enforcement operations against illegal garages, roadside parks, and makeshift shanties across Lagos Island, impounding 155 vehicles, including tricycles and heavy-duty trucks.   The operation, led by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, focused on major traffic hotspots such as Ebute-Ero,

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We didn’t approve FESTAC demolitions — Lagos govt

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The Lagos State Government has distanced itself from the recent demolition of buildings on Sixth Avenue in FESTAC Town, saying it did not issue any approval for the exercise.   Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, made this clarification on Tuesday, October 14, while addressing journalists in Alausa.   Olumide stated

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‘Enough is enough’, Lagos moves against indiscriminate land reclamation

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The Lagos State Government has ordered an immediate suspension of all reclamation projects across the state, citing serious environmental and safety concerns. In a statement issued by the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab said the directive affects all projects—whether or not they have obtained Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval or

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VIDEO: Lagos enforcement team evicts street traders at Mile 2

VIDEO: Lagos enforcement team evicts street traders at Mile 2

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The Lagos State enforcement team has begun dislodging illegal street traders at 2nd Rainbow Junction, inward Mile 2. Authorities said the traders were causing traffic congestion, endangering pedestrians, and contributing to environmental pollution in the area. In a statement shared on X today, the enforcement agency reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining safe, clean, and obstruction-free

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