A cross section of Lagos State residents on Wednesday lauded the State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode for keeping to his promise of repairing the failed portions of Oshodi-Apapa Expressway, saying that the development has transformed the economic landscape of the axis. Governor Ambode and his team, had about five weeks ago, made an unscheduled inspection […]
Sexual Offences: Lagos Trains Magistrates On Effective Implementation Of Criminal Justice Law
In a bid to ensure effective administration of the Criminal Justice Law 2011 especially as it relates to sexual offences, the Lagos State Government has began a workshop to ensure uniformity amongst Magistrates in the implementation of the provisions of the Law. Speaking at the commencement of the workshop organised by the State Ministry of […]
Lagos State Government Signs Historic Smart City Deal With Dubai
The Lagos State Government and the City of Dubai on Monday entered into a historic partnership that will see Lagos emerge as the first Smart City in Africa. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Lagos Smart City was signed at the Emirate Towers by the Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem […]
Residents Excited As LSPWC Reconstructs Odunlade, Fadipe Streets In Somolu
Respite has come the way of residents living around Somolu Local Government Area precisely the highly dreaded Odunlade and Fadipe streets which were always prone to flooding during the rains as the Lagos State Public Works Corporation commences massive reconstruction of the roads. Speaking with the Special Adviser/ CEO (LSPWC), Engr. Ayotunde Sodeinde during an […]
Pictures: On-Going Construction Of Abule Egba, Ajah Fly Overs
In an effort to address traffic congestion in major parts of the State, the Lagos State Executive Council under the leadership of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode in December last year approved the construction of flyover for two of the State’s high-density traffic zones- Ajah round about and Abule Egba junction. The two major projects shortly after […]
Keep Off Ogun River Blocked By Vegetation, Lagos Warns Residents
The Lagos State Government on Monday warned residents to keep off the Ogun River, near the Kara Cattle Market which was recently blocked by vegetation, saying that the river could open up at any time with dire consequences. Last weekend, the river was taken over by vegetation, caused by a heavy storm, which created a […]
Pictures: Construction Of Pedestrian Bridge At Berger Bus Stop Nearing Completion
The Berger Pedestrian Bridge currently being constructed by the Lagos State Government is in response to yearnings from residents to enable pedestrians navigate both sides of the ever busy Berger Bus-stop where some persons have lost their lives in the past in an attempt to cross the road. Governor Akinwunmi Ambode graciously approved the immediate […]
Pictures: Newly Built Bus Park At Iyana Oworo By Lagos State Government
Worried by the long hours of traffic Lagosians spend on the ever busy Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode within the first month of his administration visited the Iyana Oworo Bus Stop to access the situation. The Governor, accompanied by key members of his government discussed the possible solution to the persistent […]
Arts, Culture, Pivotal Tool For Good Governance – Governor Akinwunmi Ambode
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday in Brussels, Belgium, underscored the importance of using art and culture to promote democratic governance and advance people-oriented policies. He spoke at the Center for Fine Arts (BOZAR) in Brussels while attending the Center’s 2016 Summer Photography Exhibition as a Special Guest of Honour. The exhibition, which […]
Lagos State Government Clarifies Eviction Of Tarzan, Metro Ferry Operators From Jetties
The Lagos State Government on Friday said its decision to serve eviction notices to Tarzan Marine Enterprises and Metro Ferry, both operators of commercial jetties in the State, was in line with overriding public interest and quest to ensure strict adherence to safety measures and international best practices. In a statement signed by the Managing […]