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The Digest: In a significant urban enforcement action, the Lagos State Government has demolished over 19 buildings at the New Mandela Plaza section of the Trade Fair Complex, asserting its authority to enforce physical planning laws even on federal land. The move underscores the state's...

The Digest: The Lagos State Government has carried out a major demolition exercise at the New Mandela Plaza within the Trade Fair Complex, pulling down over 19 buildings under tight security. Traders and shop owners expressed outrage, claiming they received no prior notice before their...

Six people have been rescued after a two-storey building collapsed on Modupeola Street in the Mangoro area of Lagos State. The incident, which occurred around 6 pm on Wednesday, marks another structural failure in the state just two weeks after a previous collapse in Ebute Meta claimed four...

The Digest: A cycle of crime and violence is interrupted by a critical arrest. The Lagos State Police Command has apprehended John Samuel, a notorious armed robber and suspected assassin, shortly after his release from prison, highlighting the challenges of recidivism and public safety. Key...

The Digest: The Lagos State Government has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to owners of illegal stalls and extensions at Mandilas Plaza on Lagos Island to remove them or face demolition. The directive follows a recent fire outbreak exacerbated by blocked access routes, hindering emergency response...

The Digest: A new police report has revealed that 1,666 Lagos residents died from homicide, suicide, and other violent causes between 2020 and 2024, with intimate partner violence identified as a leading factor in femicide cases. The data, presented by the Force Pathologist, underscores urgent...

The Digest: The Lagos State Government has confirmed that smoke inhalation, not direct fire, caused the fatalities in the Afriland Towers incident, with seven deaths officially recorded. The blaze, ignited by basement batteries, spread toxic carbon monoxide through the sealed high-rise...

The Digest: Lagos police fired teargas and live bullets to disperse traders protesting a prolonged power outage at Tejuosho Market in Yaba, sparking chaos and forcing shop owners and customers to flee. The clash underscores rising tensions over infrastructure failures and the use of force in...

The Digest: Media personality Tacha has called out content creators for their relentless focus on criticizing Lagos State’s infrastructure, accusing them of hypocrisy and ignorance about their own regions. In a fiery post on X, she challenged critics to showcase “highbrow” areas in their home...

The Digest: British actor Idris Elba has hailed Lagos as the “most amazing city in the world” during an interview at the TIFF Tribute Awards. Reflecting on filming ‘Dust to Dreams’ in Nigeria, he praised the city’s vibrant energy and incredible talent pool. In a world of countless global...

The Digest: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended an Indian national and three Nigerian accomplices following the interception of a tramadol shipment valued at ₦3.9 billion at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The illicit consignment, disguised as...

The Digest: A three-storey building under construction collapsed in Lagos's Yaba area late Friday night, leaving multiple construction workers trapped and triggering a major emergency response. Key Points: The collapse occurred at No. 333 Borno Way, Alagomeji, with several workers feared...

The Digest: Two bakery workers in Lagos have been sentenced to two weeks of community service after admitting to stealing five loaves of bread from their employer. The case, diverted from traditional prosecution through Lagos State’s restorative justice system, emphasizes reconciliation over...

The Digest: Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, former Lagos Labour Party gubernatorial candidate, has confirmed that his move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) was approved by Peter Obi. According to an interview on Channels Television, the decision is part of a broader opposition strategy to build...

The Digest: The Lagos APC has criticized Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour’s defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), branding it a case of political opportunism. The APC dismissed the move as inconsequential, asserting that Rhodes-Vivour's political journey is more about ambition than...

The Digest: In a new phase of its ban on single-use plastics, the Lagos State Ministry of Environment is conducting raids on retail stores and confiscating products that come with plastic straws attached. The enforcement action, as revealed by Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab, is part of a broader...

The Digest: The Iyana-Isolo area of Lagos was in Chaos on Sunday after a fully loaded tanker overturned and exploded. While two people were reportedly injured in the inferno, eyewitnesses and authorities have confirmed that no lives were lost. The incident, which caused a major fire, was...

The Digest: Lagos State Police officers attached to Area D Command have been accused of extorting a University of Lagos (UNILAG) student, Babatunde Ola, for possessing Postinor-2 contraceptive pills. The incident, which is a clear case of Police Extortion, saw the student branded as an...

The Digest: The Lagos State Government has revealed that 8,692 cases of domestic and sexual violence were reported within one year. This disturbing figure points to a Social Scourge, and the state is responding with a dedicated awareness campaign. Key Points: A total of 8,692 cases of...

The Digest: The Lagos office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has been seen displaying a banner with the image of President Bola Tinubu. This has led to concerns about the commission's Compromised Neutrality ahead of the 2027 elections. Key Points: INEC’s Lagos office...