Tag: Lagos State
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…
Cult Clash Update: Itire Residents Urged to Exercise Caution Amid Escalating Tensions
Following yesterday’s disturbing incident at Itire bus stop, Ajegunle, Lagos, where two individuals were attacked in a violent clash between rival cult groups, fresh developments have emerged regarding the situation. Reports now confirm that one of the individuals involved in the altercation, who was tragically eliminated, was affiliated with the Eiye cult group. The incident,…
Ogun State to Extend Lagos Blue Rail Line to Border Towns
The Ogun State government has announced plans to extend the Lagos Blue Rail Line project into the border towns of the state, aiming to enhance transportation infrastructure and foster economic development in the region. Speaking at a media event to highlight the state’s 2024 budget, the State Commissioner of Finance and Economic Adviser to the…
Governor Sanwo-Olu Orders Closure of Lagos Island Market Following String of Fire Incidents
In a decisive move aimed at addressing the recurring fire incidents plaguing the Lagos Island Market, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the immediate closure of the market. The decision comes in response to the latest blaze that engulfed parts of the market, causing significant damage and raising concerns about public safety. The Lagos Island Market,…
LASTMA WARNS MOTORISTS TO MAINTAIN SPEED LIMITS ON THE NEWLY RENOVATED 3RD MAINLAND BRIDGE
Lagos, Nigeria – As the Federal Government prepares to reopen the Third Mainland Bridge for traffic on April 4th, 2024, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a stern warning to motorists to adhere strictly to speed limits while driving on the bridge. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare Oki, emphasized…