Makoko Demolitions Displace Thousands in Lagos
Lagos state demolitions in Makoko floating slum have left over 30,000 homeless. Critics accuse the government of land grabbing for real estate. Read the full report on the human cost.
Lagos state demolitions in Makoko floating slum have left over 30,000 homeless. Critics accuse the government of land grabbing for real estate. Read the full report on the human cost.
Keith Urban is single after finalising his divorce from Nicole Kidman in early 2026. We explore his past romances with Laura Sigler, Niki Taylor, and new rumours with Maggie Baugh. Get the full story here.
World Bank projects Nigeria's urban population will surge to 264 million by 2050, with 4.4% economic growth in 2026 driven by reforms and export gains. Discover the challenges and opportunities.
Nigeria's passport power rises, moving to 89th globally in the 2026 Henley Passport Index. Nigerian citizens now enjoy visa-free or simplified access to 44 destinations. Discover the full analysis and what it means for travel and trade.
Nigeria and Turkey agree to boost bilateral relations, focusing on visa facilitation and business mobility. New visa processing times and e-visa inclusion discussed. Read more.
Dr. Shuaib Belgore announces the 14th National Council on Lands, Housing and Urban Development in Ilorin, focusing on policy alignment for affordable housing and sustainable cities. Read more.
Zohran Mamdani's historic win as NYC's first democratic socialist mayor sparks global debate. Can his policies on housing, transport & inequality offer a blueprint for Lagos? Analysis inside.
Experts warn toxic urban air from traffic and generators is causing a public health crisis in Nigeria, leading to over 114,000 premature deaths annually. Discover the solutions.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalise their divorce, waiving all child and spousal support. Details of their co-parenting plan for daughters Sunday and Faith revealed. Read the full story.
As Nigeria's cities grow, neighbourhood malls are becoming central to retail. Their success hinges on planning, service, and supportive policies. Discover the shift from large malls to local convenience centres.
Explore how neighbourhood malls are transforming shopping in Nigeria's major cities. Learn about the shift from large malls, key challenges, and the future of urban retail. Read the full analysis.
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.
A new book argues Africa must shift focus from building infrastructure to managing transport services to boost productivity and investment. Experts warn poor service delivery hurts urban competitiveness.
Governor Alex Otti fulfills his pledge, releasing over 20 free buses to transport Abia indigenes from Lagos & Abuja home for Christmas 2025. Includes free urban transit and new electric buses.
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners urges FCT officials to strictly implement and update the 1979 Abuja Master Plan to prevent urban chaos and ensure sustainable development. Read more.
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.
MAGGI's surprise Christmas anthem with Qing Madi & Loud Urban Choir, 'Taste of Christmas,' perfectly captures the nostalgia, food, and family warmth of a Nigerian December. Watch the video and get inspired.
Lagos State government demolishes homes, a hospital, and a school in Mile 12, rendering thousands homeless. Residents decry lack of notice and relocation plans. #LagosDemolition #Mile12
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.
Urban planners propose a unified land-use classification system with 208 subclasses to tackle Nigeria's urban chaos and contentious demolitions. Learn how this framework aims to modernize planning.
TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc has launched the TEMC+ card, a tech-driven platform for secure payments and real-time fleet management. Nationwide migration ends Dec 31, 2025.
The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt
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.
Lagos State government explains new town development is a critical response to intense population pressure and infrastructure strain. Commissioner Oluyinka Olumide details plans for orderly expansion and climate-resilient communities. Read more.
Fear of banditry and kidnapping is tearing apart family and social bonds in Nigeria, forcing separations and disrupting traditions. Read how communities are coping.
Afro-urban artist Sucee blends genres to transform music. Discover how his unique sound, rooted in Delta State, aims to make him Africa's greatest urban rapper.
Ghana will host the inaugural Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) in April 2026. The event themed 'Innovation Meets Identity' aims to shape the continent's urban future. Read more.
India's Silicon Valley Bengaluru faces severe traffic gridlock and infrastructure decay, threatening productivity in the world's fifth-largest economy. Discover how tech giants are responding.
Nigerian elites are securing St. Kitts & Nevis citizenship for visa-free global travel, tax benefits, and family security. Discover the limited-time offer for a family of four. Act now!
Urban planning experts call for technology-enabled, resilience-driven approaches to transform Nigerian cities. Learn how community involvement can shape sustainable urban futures.