Surviving Lagos Detty December Gridlock in 2025
Lagos roads are jammed for Detty December 2025. Get expert tips on beating the traffic, from timing trips to using the Blue Line rail. Plan your festive outings smartly.
Lagos roads are jammed for Detty December 2025. Get expert tips on beating the traffic, from timing trips to using the Blue Line rail. Plan your festive outings smartly.
A female Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) street sweeper was fatally struck by a commercial bus reversing unlawfully on Meran Road. LASTMA apprehended the fleeing driver. Read details of this preventable tragedy.
Borno Police deploy EOD units & tactical teams ahead of President Tinubu's visit. Expect traffic diversions in Maiduguri. Full details on security arrangements inside.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says strong government-private sector collaboration is critical for affordable housing in Lagos. Learn about the state's strategy.
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.
Osinakachukwu Onu was fatally shot during a traffic stop in Klerksdorp. Four officers face murder charges. Read the full details of this tragic incident and the swift police response.
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.
The FRSC Rivers Command has launched Operation Zero Special Patrol to ensure road safety during the festive season. Over 1,019 personnel deployed from Dec 15 to Jan 15. Motorists urged to comply with traffic rules.
Four South African traffic police officers have been arrested for the murder of 37-year-old Nigerian Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu. The suspects will face court on murder charges. Read the full details.
Two commuters died and three were critically injured after a speeding truck's brakes failed, causing a multi-vehicle pile-up in Lagos. The driver fled the scene. Read details.
Tragic news as Macclesfield FC forward Ethan McLeod, 21, dies in a car crash on the M1. The club and football community mourn the loss of a talented young player. Read more.
A Dangote cement mixer truck caused a fatal multi-vehicle crash in Lagos's Meiran area. Two dead, three critically injured. LASTMA confirms brake failure and speeding as causes.
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.
Lagos traffic costs the economy N3.8 trillion yearly. As Yuletide approaches, experts push for tech-driven solutions like e-Call-Up systems and mass transit to salvage the situation. Read more.
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.
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.
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.
Truck Transit Parks' ETO platform has increased agricultural exports by over 464% since 2021. It plans expansion to five more states and new tech to cut port delays in 2026.
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.
A Cloudflare network disruption caused brief outages for Truth Social, Canva, and other major platforms on Friday. Service was restored after the company addressed the issue. Read the full report.
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
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.
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.
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a ban on VIOs impounding vehicles and imposing fines, awarding N1 million in damages. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
Appeal Court affirms ban on VIO's power to stop, impound vehicles & fine motorists in Abuja. Landmark ruling reinforces rights, awards N1m cost. Details inside.
A police officer died and another was injured after a mixer truck lost control in Abuja's Central Area. The FCT Police Command has arrested the driver and launched an investigation.
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!
Tragedy strikes Egbolo, Kogi as a truck carrying schoolchildren plunges into a river. Four confirmed dead. Community mourns, calls for government action on road safety.
IXPN's MD, Muhammed Rudman, says localising internet traffic is vital for Nigeria's digital economy, boosting speed, security, and saving millions. Learn why this is a national imperative.
A Nigerian truck driver details his alertness strategies for navigating dangerous, lonely highways amid the country's security crisis. His advice: always be ready to run. Read his full survival guide.