Lagos Parks Free for Christmas: 25th-27th Dec
Lagos State announces free entry to all state-managed parks from Dec 25-27, 2025, with extended hours until 8 PM. Enjoy family fun and festive lights!
Lagos State announces free entry to all state-managed parks from Dec 25-27, 2025, with extended hours until 8 PM. Enjoy family fun and festive lights!
Olamide paused his Flytime Fest performance to honour fellow rapper Phyno, showcasing their deep bond. The emotional moment went viral, highlighting their decade-long partnership. Read more about this iconic night.
Lagos State Government announces decisive steps to regulate informal spaces like road setbacks and under-bridge areas. Commissioner Dr. Oluyinka Olumide outlines plan for safety and sustainable urban growth. Read more.
Eko Electricity Distribution Company has secured prison sentences for four vandals in Ikoyi, Lagos. The company warns that damaging infrastructure disrupts power and endangers lives. Report suspicious activity.
Social critic Scott Iguma urges Lagos government to install CCTV cameras on major roads following repeated sightings of dead bodies. He calls it a public safety necessity.
Afrobeats star Wizkid and partner Jada P made a glamorous exit from the Dance Eko '25 festival in his ₦1.4 billion Ferrari 296 GTS. Get all the details on their fashion, the car, and their confirmed six-year romance.
Lagos gears up for the 2025 Eko Fiesta, a three-day cultural & commercial event at Muri-Okunola Park from Dec 22-24. It aims to boost SMEs, tourism & showcase local talent. #Lagos #DettyDecember
Lagos State's new Tenancy Bill proposes severe penalties, including N1m fines and jail, for landlords who harass tenants or evict without court orders. Read the full details.
Nigeria surpasses targets, freeing 47.1 million people from elephantiasis and river blindness treatment. A $4.9m Gates-funded project strengthens labs and health systems. Read the full story.
Heineken returns as official partner for Flytime Fest 2025 in Lagos, featuring Davido, Asake, Flavour, and Olamide from Dec 22-25. Get ready for legendary Christmas celebrations!
The Rotary Club of Abuja Ministers Hill has commissioned a major Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) project at Jahi Primary Health Care Centre. Funded by a Rotary Foundation grant, the project includes a solar-powered borehole and improved facilities t
Rachisols Foundation unveils renovated Ilupeju public library under 'Project Enlighten', aiming to remodel 10 Lagos libraries by 2030. Discover how this initiative empowers learners.
LOUD Urban Choir will stage a festive concert at Eko Hotel on Dec 22, 2025, blending traditional choral music with contemporary African sounds. Experience a new Christmas tradition.
The World Bank has approved additional financing for Nigeria's SPESSE project, citing its 'satisfactory' performance in bridging critical skills gaps in procurement and environmental standards. Over 85,000 Nigerians have been trained.
The NDDC suspends all project inaugurations, including a 700-bed hostel, in honour of late Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read the full story.
The NDDC has postponed all project inaugurations in the Niger Delta to honour the late Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read about the tributes and the suspended 700-bed hostel commissioning.
The Federal Government has approved N47 billion to reconstruct the long-abandoned 6.7km Wuju-Wuju Jakara road in Kano, a project started in 2013. Read more about this major infrastructure revival.
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a European Union-funded project to build peace and resilience in conflict-hit areas of Zamfara and Katsina, targeting over 95,000 people. Read more.
Bauchi Police arrest two security guards for allegedly stealing an official L-PRES Project vehicle. The Toyota Hilux was recovered swiftly. Read details of the case and police statement.
Lagos experienced a cultural takeover as Smirnoff Ice powered five distinct raves across the city from Monochroma to Bioskey's Playhouse, uniting scenes with music, flavour, and energy. Discover how the brand became the weekend's heartbeat.
A Lagos community leader, Balogun Eko, challenges Fuji icon K1 De Ultimate's Ijebu origin and royal connections, casting doubt on his suitability for the Awujale stool. Read the full details and the ruling house's strict verification demands.
Isale-Eko Descendants Union kicks off 2025 community wellness with free health checks, clean water distribution, and a heritage walk. Join the movement for a healthier Lagos Island.
Works Minister David Umahi terminates Calabar-Odukpani-Itu road contract over slow progress, pledges 10-minute emergency response on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Read details.
Governor Uba Sani finalises a $200m poultry deal with China, set to create 350,000 jobs and generate $450m annually for Kaduna State. Read the full story.
Lagos State launches fortified Eko Rice at Imota Mill to boost nutrition. The initiative, backed by WFP and NAFDAC, aims to combat malnutrition and ensure a healthier festive season for residents.
Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University's Energiv project wins Schneider Electric's 2025 Battery Innovation Challenge. Discover how African students are powering the continent's sustainable energy future.
Lagos State announces a week-long MSME trade fair to empower small businesses, foster economic inclusion, and create jobs. Event runs from December 8-14 at Surulere National Stadium.
Masked gunmen have kidnapped two Chinese nationals at a BUA road construction site in Kwara state. The police confirmed the incident amid rising insecurity and a new Defence Minister appointment.
A Nigerian lecturer's viral video shows her cancelling a student's entire project for using ChatGPT word-for-word. She explains the smart way to use AI for academic work. Read more.
CitySports Foundation launches the 1000 Boots Project in Lagos, providing boots, training & opportunities to underserved youth. Event set for Dec 23 at National Stadium.