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!
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Inside Lagos' Vibrant 'Detty December' Nightlife 2025
Explore Lagos' iconic 'Detty December' 2025 through a night of nonstop parties, concerts, and cultural events. See how the city transforms into a hub of carefree fun and economic boom.
All Niger Schoolchildren Accounted For After Kidnapping
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
Lagos to Cut Taxes from 65 to 9 in Major 2026 Reform
Lagos State plans a sweeping tax overhaul, reducing levies from 65 to just 9 by 2026. The reform aims to ease business burdens and boost compliance. Learn what's changing.
Lagos Fire: Sanwo-Olu Issues Update, No Lives Lost
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu assures citizens after a major fire at the GNI Building on Lagos Island. Firefighters responded swiftly; no casualties. Read the latest details.
Fire Outbreak at Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos
A major fire has gutted the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island. Emergency services are battling the blaze as the number of casualties remains unknown. Get the latest updates.
Lagos to Regulate Informal Spaces Under New Plan
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.
Social Critic Calls for CCTV on Lagos Roads After Bodies Found
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.
Man arrested for dumping refuse on Lagos road
Lagos State Task Force arrests Makinde Rasaq for indiscriminate waste disposal. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab warns of zero tolerance for environmental infractions. Read more.
Lagos, NIOB Partner on Physical Planning and Development
Lagos State Government commits to collaboration with NIOB to enforce building standards, ensure safety, and promote sustainable urban growth. Learn about the new regulatory push.
Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
Sanwo-Olu: Collaboration Key to Bridging Lagos Housing Deficit
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says strong government-private sector collaboration is critical for affordable housing in Lagos. Learn about the state's strategy.
New Lagos Bill: Jail, Fine for Abusive Landlords
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.
Son, 4 others arrested for fake kidnapping in Lagos
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging his own kidnapping to extort N1.7 million from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
5 Arrested in Lagos for Staged Kidnapping, Extortion Plot
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Actor Lalude Links Kidnapping to Destiny, Not Government
Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.
Woman fakes own kidnap, extorts N2.5m from husband
Lagos police confirm the arrest of a 26-year-old woman who staged her own abduction to extort money from her husband. Investigation reveals a complex plot involving an accomplice and a sold iPhone.
Agbero Flees With Woman's Bottle of Fanta in Lagos
A Lagos woman was left distressed after a tout, known as an 'agbero', snatched her bottle of Fanta and fled. The incident, captured on video, has ignited discussions on public safety. Read the full story.
Sanwo-Olu Backs Food Entrepreneurs for Lagos Food Security
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits to empowering food innovators at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival. Read how the state is strengthening its food value chain and celebrating culinary diversity.
Smirnoff Ice Fuels 5 Major Lagos Raves in Weekend Takeover
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.
LSSTF Boss Urges Innovation to Tackle Lagos Security
Lagos State Security Trust Fund's new CEO, Dr. Ayo Ogunsan, outlines a modern, collaborative strategy for tackling security challenges, including public donations and a major town hall meeting on December 11.
Lagos MSME Trade Fair Aims to Strengthen Grassroots Economy
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.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
Expanded Santa Grotto Returns to Upbeat Fest in Lagos
Upbeat Recreation Centre announces an expanded Santa Grotto for Upbeat Fest 2025 in Lagos, running Dec 13 to Jan 4. Enjoy storytelling, gifts & family fun. #LagosEvents
8 Events to Enjoy Before Detty December Peaks
Don't wait for the main rush! Discover 8 exciting Lagos events from beach parties to cultural festivals happening in early December 2025 to launch your year-end celebrations.
New 24-Hour Health Hotline Launches for Lagos Detty December
Lagos launches 07000HEALTH, a 24-hour medical hotline & website to provide seamless healthcare for residents and visitors during the busy Detty December festivities. Get instant access to doctors, pharmacy deliveries & more.
Annie Idibia Adds Husband's Surname Back on Instagram
A social media user's observation about Annie Idibia's Instagram name change has sparked online debate. Did she revert to 'Idibia'? See the reactions and what it means for 2Baba's situation.
Man's Lagos Apartment Rental Video Sparks Reactions Online
A young Nigerian man goes viral on TikTok after showing off a neat apartment he rented in Lagos. He claims the price 'no reach millions,' sparking disbelief and massive reactions. Watch the video!
Lady's N170k Benin-Lagos Flight Cost Stirs Reactions
A Nigerian woman's viral TikTok video comparing a N170,000 flight from Benin to Lagos with a N20,000 bus fare has ignited a fierce debate online about safety, economics, and class in Nigeria.
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