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Tinubu names Gov. Ademola Adeleke Osun coordinator of his 2027 presidential campaign

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Gov. Ademola Adeleke as Osun coordinator of his presidential campaign, and a pro-Adeleke council pledges 1.5 million votes.

Lagos warns of Lekki-Epe road sign thefts as repairs begin

Lagos officials say road signs on the Lekki-Epe Expressway vanish within days of installation and are urging residents to help catch the thieves.

Visa processing shift won’t affect Abuja embassy operations, US says

The US Mission in Nigeria says moving routine visa processing from Abuja to a Lagos hub will not affect the Abuja embassy or valid visas.

Lagos short of 40,000 doctors as Sanwo-Olu warns of health funding gap

Lagos State needs roughly 40,000 more doctors and 40,000 nurses, Sanwo-Olu says, while its health sector needs at least N100bn above current budget provisions.

Lagos CP allays fears over terror threat at Pan-Atlantic University, deploys drones

Lagos Police Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh has assessed security at Pan-Atlantic University and deployed surveillance drones, moving to calm fears after a viral video showed masked men nearby.

Court orders Virgin Atlantic to pay N13 million for missed flight

A Lagos Federal High Court has ordered Virgin Atlantic to pay Joy Ezetah $5,906.50 in damages, plus costs, after it denied her boarding on a Lagos-London flight.

Lekki Port Phase 2 construction set to begin, says Lagos government

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says construction on Phase 2 of the Lekki Port will start soon, boosting cargo capacity and strengthening the state's maritime position.

Sugar tax will worsen manufacturers’ plight, LCCI warns

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry warns that the Senate's Sugar-Sweetened Beverage tax bill could worsen the challenges facing Nigeria's manufacturing sector.

Coroner adjourns inquest into Chimamanda’s son’s death to October 8

The coroner's inquest into the death of Chimamanda Adichie's 21-month-old son has stalled until October 8 after Euracare secured a High Court order staying proceedings.

Court halts coroner’s inquest into death of Chimamanda’s son

A Lagos High Court has suspended the coroner's inquest into the death of author Chimamanda Adichie's son, pending a challenge to its legality.

Soyinka Raises Alarm Over Security Battalion Around Seyi Tinubu

Wole Soyinka questions the large security escort around Seyi Tinubu and urges the Presidency to rethink the use of state protection.

Nigeria’s Urban Transport Makeover: Cities Turn to Sustainability to Tame Gridlock

KEY POINTS Nigerian cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt are adopting electric buses,...

Five Nigerian Cities Experiencing the Fastest Rising Cost of Living in 2025

KEY POINTS Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo, and Jos are the top five Nigerian...

Lagos to Introduce Special Vehicle Plates for Persons with Disabilities

Lagos introduces special number plates for persons with disabilities to improve vehicle identification and inclusivity

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Tinubu names Gov. Ademola Adeleke Osun coordinator of his 2027 presidential campaign

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Gov. Ademola Adeleke as Osun coordinator of his presidential campaign, and a pro-Adeleke council pledges 1.5 million votes.

Lagos warns of Lekki-Epe road sign thefts as repairs begin

Lagos officials say road signs on the Lekki-Epe Expressway vanish within days of installation and are urging residents to help catch the thieves.

Ogun health workers begin 72-hour warning strike after colleague is stabbed at Abeokuta hospital

Health workers at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, began a 72-hour warning strike after a laboratory scientist was allegedly stabbed by a patient’s relative at the hospital.

Obasanjo says 13% derivation is only a start for oil-producing states

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo says the 13% derivation is only a starting point for oil producing states, as Bayelsa governor Douye Diri calls it inadequate.