Tag: Lagos State
Lagos State Police Command Announces Major Breakthrough in Kidnapping Plot
Ikeja, Lagos – July 5, 2024 At a press briefing held on Friday, July 5, 2024, the Lagos State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police Adegoke Fayoade, announced a significant victory against a notorious kidnapping gang in Lagos. The gang had been plotting to abduct several high-net-worth individuals in the city. Commissioner…
Serious Assault on Police Officers: Suspects Arrested as CP Fayoade Orders Immediate Trial of Arresting Officers for Unprofessional Conduct
Lagos, Nigeria — The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Adegoke Fayoade, mni, has ordered the immediate commencement of an orderly room trial for the police officers involved in a viral video showing them assaulting a suspect who was resisting arrest. On July 2, 2024, officers from the Alausa Division of the Lagos State…
Governor Sanwo-Olu Unveils Major Housing Projects in Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today inaugurated two major housing projects aimed at addressing the housing needs of Lagos residents and promoting sustainable urban development. The unveiling took place at the Rising Lagos Apartments and the Greater Lagos LBIC/WGC Apartments, marking significant milestones in the state’s urban renewal initiatives. The Rising Lagos Apartments feature…
Breaking News: Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps Confiscates Banned Styrofoam Products at Ojuwoye Market
Lagos, Nigeria — In a decisive move towards maintaining environmental health and safety, the operatives of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (KAI) have discovered and confiscated a substantial quantity of banned styrofoam products at Ojuwoye Market in Mushin. Acting on intelligence gathered, KAI officials located a warehouse where the banned styrofoam had been brought…
Demolition of Illegal Shanties and Kiosks Begins Along Lekki-Ajah Expressway
Date: July 1, 2024 Today, the Monitoring and Compliance team of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (@Lawma_gov), in collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (@LAGESCOfficial), commenced the demolition of illegal shanties and kiosks in Sangotedo, Lakowe, Awoyaya, and other locations along the Lekki-Ajah expressway. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to maintain…
BREAKING: Lagos State Orders Additional 100 Refuse Compactor Trucks from Dangote’s Truck Assembly Plant
Lagos, Nigeria — June 10, 2024 — Lagos State has announced the purchase of an additional 100 refuse compactor trucks from Dangote’s Truck Assembly Plant. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made the announcement during the commissioning of the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) Plant in Lagos State. This new acquisition follows the earlier procurement of 102 compactor trucks…
Breaking News: Suspects Arrested for Alleged Production of Adulterated Alcohol in Lagos
Lagos, June 7, 2024 — Lagos authorities have arrested two individuals in connection with the illegal production of adulterated alcoholic drinks at Oko-Arin Market on Lagos Island. The suspects, Ogujiofor Emeka, 41, and Desmond Chima, 31, were apprehended following a raid conducted by operatives from the CP Tactical Team, Eko. Acting on a tip-off, law…
Lagos State Government Issues Contravention Notice to Properties in Jakande Estate for Drainage Violations
In a bid to mitigate the risk of flooding and ensure the free flow of rainwater, the Drainage Enforcement and Compliance Department of the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources has taken decisive action against properties built on the Right-Of-Way of drainage channels in Jakande Estate, Oke-Afa, Isolo. Owners of these properties…
Police Crackdown on Miscreants in Orile: Weapons Seized, Shanties Destroyed
Concerned by reports of harassment by miscreants in the Orile environs, particularly along the Badagry Expressway, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Orile Division initiated regular patrols in the affected areas. The strategic move aimed to address the growing concerns of residents and commuters faced with threats from unruly elements lurking in the vicinity. In…
Lagos State Government Doubles Minimum Wage for State Workers
In a significant move aimed at improving the welfare of civil servants in Lagos State, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced a doubling of the minimum wage. Effective immediately, the minimum wage for Lagos state workers has been increased from 35,000 Naira to 70,000 Naira. The announcement comes as welcome news to thousands of workers across…