LAWMA Kicks Off Operation 'Show Your PSP Payment Receipt' In Apapa-Iganmu Council Area

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has announced a compliance operation requiring residents and businesses in Apapa-Iganmu communities to present proof of payment to their assigned Private Sector Participant waste operators.

The initiative, tagged “Show Your PSP Payment Receipt,” was disclosed in a statement shared on the Lagos State Government’s official social media platforms on Monday.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said the exercise was designed to address indiscriminate waste disposal and identify properties without valid waste collection arrangements.

According to the statement, the operation would involve routine compliance checks across residential and commercial premises.

“The initiative was designed to tackle the root causes of indiscriminate waste disposal by verifying property-level compliance with Private Sector Participant waste collection payment obligations.

“The operation would involve routine checks requiring residents, commercial premises, and business operators to present evidence of registration and payment to their assigned PSP operators,” the statement partly read.

Gbadegesin explained that the measure would help close service gaps contributing to illegal dumping and blackspot formation across the axis.

“He stated that the exercise would help identify properties without valid PSP arrangements and close service gaps that contribute to illegal dumping and blackspot formation,” the statement read.

He urged residents and business operators within the Apapa-Iganmu corridor to regularise their PSP payments and maintain proper waste storage practices ahead of the enforcement drive.

  

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Outrage As Abdulganiyu Obasa Gives Palliative Of 3kg Gas Refill To Agege Residents

Social media users have expressed disappointment at the Chairman of Agege Local Government in Lagos State,
Abdulganiyu Vinod Obasa, following his announcement of a free 3kg cooking gas refill programme for 4,000 residents across the seven wards in Agege.

Obasa announced on X that the gesture is “part of our continued commitment to easing the daily burdens faced by our people.”

The intervention, commencing on Saturday, February 21, 2026, is designed to cushion the impact of rising gas prices, support vulnerable households, and provide immediate, practical relief at the grassroots.

Obasa stated that the slots have been fairly distributed across all seven wards, with designated gas stations assigned to ensure accessibility and inclusiveness.

The exercise will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis, and beneficiaries must bring their personal gas cylinders. Once the allocated slots for a ward are exhausted, the exercise will be concluded at that location.

“This initiative is one of several people-focused programmes we are implementing to improve quality of life, promote cleaner energy use, and demonstrate that governance must be felt where it matters most, in our homes and communities,” Obasa said.

However, the effort was dismissed by netizens who believe it solves nothing for the 4,000 beneficiaries in a local government with an estimated population of 683,600.

An X user, @ReformerOluseun, said, “What social problem will a 3kg gas refill intervention solve in Nigeria in 2026? What will be the long term impact of this programme, and what will be the outcome of such activity?”

@_astalavi_ said, “Provide jobs that will allow citizens not see free 3k gas as a helping hand from the LG. Affording to fill 8.5 gas and above should be the least of Nigerians, but this is Nigeria, this is all the lg chairman’s could come up with.”

@vira9ja said, “Free 3kg gas for 4,000 people sounds nice, but let’s not pretend this isca structural change. This is palliative politics. Good for the families who will benefit? Yes. But first come first served relief for a few thousand in a packed LGA like Agege is a drop in an ocean. Governance should not feel like a weekend giveaway… it should feel like stable prices, steady power, and real economic relief. Do the outreach, fine. But don’t package short-term charity asca long-term solution.”

@proudfada1 said, “Omo! This is the lowest I have seen in recent times. 3kg of gas that can’t go beyond 5/7 days, so what happens afterwards? I’m not disappointed, your dad shared loaf of bread during COVID. One day, when the masses are ready, they will free themselves from dis Nonsense. Enjoy.”

@McDoulous said, “I remembered when Rt Hon Obasa shared bread in Agege, you are sharing 3kg of gas. Why not do something sustainable for your people? After 3kg of gas, enu ma Gbe.”

@realkingnath said, “When are we going to ever come out of palliative government? Sharing 3kg of gas is not good governance; good governance is to tackle whatever makes 3kg of gas not affordable to the residents.”

@simply_adediran said, “Youth are the leaders of tomorrow… Tomorrow is here. Our Agege people deserve at least 3kg of gas. Is this how the Awolowos started? We still have a long way to go. What lasting impact can 3kg of gas provide? That amount is equivalent to N13.2 million gone down the drain. Truly, youth have a role in leadership.”

@Segunomowumi1 said, “When we thought citizens would have a new lease of life, with younger politicians, they are in for the worst. In this age, a politician is thinking of topping cooking gas and is celebrating. You are planning to keep them in perpetual poverty, so they would be useful for the election.”

 

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2027 Governorship Race: ICM Endorses Seyi Tinubu For APC Ticket

If current feelers from the political terrain in Lagos is anything to go by, then it is most probable that son of the president, Seyi Tinubu, will clinch the all-important All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the 2027 governorship race in the state. This is coming as the Independent Civic Movement (ICM) has urged the Lagos State chapter of the  APC to consider Seyi Tinubu as a potential candidate for the party’s 2027 governorship ticket.

The group said its position followed what it described as internal consultations and a review of Seyi Tinubu’s qualifications, public engagements and social impact initiatives.

ICM Coordinator, Rabiu Kazeem, who spoke to journalists yesterday while announcing the group’s position, said the endorsement was part of a follow-up to an earlier statement issued under its advocacy framework tagged the ST Project.

He explained that the movement is a civic platform focused on advocacy, citizen engagement and public mobilisation, and not an organ of any political party.

According to him, the movement’s recommendation is based on constitutional eligibility, leadership capacity and exposure, as well as what he described as sustained involvement in youth development and healthcare-related interventions through private initiatives.

Kazeem said concerns in some quarters over Seyi Tinubu’s family background should not disqualify him from political consideration, noting that the Nigerian Constitution guarantees equal political rights to citizens who meet stipulated requirements, regardless of parentage.

He added that democratic participation should be determined by competence and readiness for service rather than lineage, stressing that multiple aspirants are expected to emerge and that party delegates would ultimately decide through the primary process.

On arguments that he should begin from lower elective offices, Kazeem said political leadership paths vary across democracies and are not restricted to a single progression model.

He maintained that interest, capacity and preparedness are valid factors in seeking higher office. The ICM coordinator said the group has begun a signature campaign across Lagos State as part of its civic endorsement drive, aimed at demonstrating citizen support for its position. He described the exercise as voluntary and advocacy-based.

He noted that the movement would not take a position on zoning or district considerations, stating that such decisions rest with party leaders and stakeholders. Kazeem said the group would continue to engage the public and political actors through lawful advocacy, adding that leadership selection should prioritise merit, service record and governance capacity.

He said: “This support is neither transactional nor presumptive. Project ST 2027 is not affiliated with Mr. Seyi Tinubu, nor does it speak for any formal political structure. Our position is born out of careful reflection on the kind of leadership Lagos will require in the years ahead-leadership grounded in competence, global exposure, intellectual depth, compassion, and a clear understanding of the soul of this state.

“Lagos is evolving. Its challenges are more complex, its population more diverse, and its future more demanding. Project ST 2027 believes that Mr. Tinubu possesses the intellectual capacity, emotional intelligence, and experiential depth required to consolidate past achievements while boldly steering Lagos into its next era of growth and inclusion.”

 

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Lagos Assembly Orders Halt To Demolitions In Makoko And Others

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday ordered the stoppage of the demolition exercise going on at the Makoko community waterfront in the state.

Hon. Noheem Adams, who is the Chairman of the Ad-Hoc Committee set up by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa made this known as he read out the resolution of the Committee shortly after the stakeholders’ meeting, which took place at the Lateef Jakande Auditorium.

Hundreds of displaced residents of Makoko had staged a protest at the Assembly last week over the demolition exercise.

The protest had created tension, which had led to the arrest of some activists who are currently undergoing trial.

Adams, who is the Leader of the House, said the 40-member parliament on behalf of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Obasa directed that all ministries henceforth should stop work with all demolitions in Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Shogunro communities with immediate effect.

The lawmaker assured residents of the affected communities of full compliance with said order, just as he further assured that compensations would be paid to “all those whose properties have been demolished.”

“On behalf of the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa and on behalf of all 40 members of the House, we are directing that all ministries henceforth should stop work with all demolitions, I repeat, all demolitions in Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Shogunro communities should stop from today, all demolitions will stop until further notice.

“We want to see the list of the taskforce because we want the residents to be duly involved and to be carried along. So we want to have the schedule of those task forces. 

“To the residents of Makoko, Oko-Agbon and Shogunro communities, as your representatives, we are giving you all assurances that they will stop demolitions henceforth and there will be compensations for all those whose properties have been demolished,” he said.

Earlier, Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, a member of the Committee, who is also the Chairman, House Committee on Information and Strategy, in the course of interrogating the Chairman, Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Bayo Adefuye, emphasised the need for proper communication, saying that those you wanted to help must know the plan you have for them.

“The most important point is that there should be communication even if you are not going there physically. Those you want to help must know the plan you have for them,” Ogundipe said.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on E-GIS and Urban Renewal, Dr Babatunde Olajide, who was also present, had said on Monday during a press briefing that the state government would compensate residents of Makoko whose properties had been demolished.

Dr Olajide further disclosed that Governor Sanwo-Olu had set aside $2 million dollars since 2021 for the redevelopment of the Makoko waterfront to meet international standards.

He stated that the state government was already working on a large water city project to redevelop the community, adding: “We have to do it witha  human face, we have been working on this since 2021.”

“All those people who have been affected have to be compensated, and we have the task force. We are in the process of enumeration, but the first thing to do is to save the people. It is better to be wary than to be late,” he said.

Some of the leaders of the communities who were present maintained that they were no longer interested in NGOs interfering in their affairs.

They agreed that they were capable of handling their issues, especially now that the State House of Assembly had intervened.

In his comment, Baale of Makoko, Shogunro, Iwaya LCDA, High Chief Yusuf Sagra said, “We are here to explain our petition to members of the House on what is happening in our communities, and we are happy that they have given us a word of peace, and we are satisfied.”

Also speaking, Chief Orioye Ogungbure said, “I’m happy over this deliberation. I didn’t expect it. If the government continues to go this way whenever people have grievances, it will be okay. This is democracy, our government should continue to listen to the people.”

 

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Lagos Enforces Traffic Laws Along Coastal Highway, Confiscates 50 Motorcycles, 10 Vehicles

No less than 50 motorcycles (okada)  and 10 vehicles were confiscated as the Lagos State Government commenced enforcement exercise against banned commercial motorcycle operations, one-way driving, and illegal structures along the Lagos–Calabar coastal highway corridor.

The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this on his X handles that operatives of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences (Enforcement) Taskforce carried out the operation as part of ongoing efforts to restore order and improve safety on major roads across the state.

According to Wahab, “Over 50 motorcycles were confiscated for riding on the highway in violation of the Lagos State traffic law, while 10 vehicles were apprehended and charged to court for driving against traffic.”

He noted that the enforcement exercise also included the removal of shanties and makeshift structures illegally erected along the coastal highway corridor.

He further stated that enforcement will be sustained in order to restore sanity on the road. 

 

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No Shot Was Fired At Protesters In Alausa - Lagos CP

The Lagos State Police Command has denied claims that its officers shot at residents protesting the demolition of their homes, insisting no gun was fired during Wednesday’s demonstration.

Protesters from communities including Makoko, Oworonshoki, Owode-Onirin and Oko Baba marched to the Lagos State House of Assembly, demanding proper relocation plans, compensation, and justice for residents who reportedly lost their lives during past demolition exercises.

Carrying placards with inscriptions such as “A megacity cannot be built on the bones and blood of the poor” and “Justice for Owode-Onirin traders,” the protesters demanded compensation, relocation plans, and justice for past demolitions.

Tensions escalated at the Lagos State House of Assembly in Alausa when demonstrators were denied entry. According to the report, several people, including journalists and a nursing mother, were affected by tear gas fired to disperse the crowd. One protester sustained a leg injury.

A photograph showing an injured protester being assisted to the hospital circulated widely on social media, sparking claims that the individual was shot.

Responding to the reports, Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Jimoh Olohundare, told Channels Television on Thursday, “No gun was fired. I was there. I was appealing to them to remain peaceful, but they continued to hurl abuses at me. As a police officer, I am trained to work under this kind of pressure, so I did not react.”

He added that the police sought to resolve the situation peacefully.

“We spoke with the leadership of the Lagos State House of Assembly, who promptly — despite being in recess — sent five honourable members to appeal to them. Still, it fell on deaf ears because their aim was to enter the House of Assembly and cause mayhem, which we will not allow.”

He also dismissed reports of bullet wounds reportedly sustained by one of the protesters. He said the case was reported to the area commander, who inspected the injury and determined that it was not caused by a bullet. Jimoh said the injury could have occurred while protesters were fleeing from teargas.

Teargas was used to disperse the crowd, and some injuries were reported. The police chief explained, “When teargas is fired, people run to leave the scene. It is during that process that some may sustain injuries. To our records, nobody reported a gunshot injury to us during the operation after they had been warned that force would be used if they refused to disperse.”

 

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Goods Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed As Fire Guts Shopping Complex In Ajegunle

Goods worth millions of naira were destroyed as a fire outbreak gutted a shopping complex and surrounding shops along Amore Street, Ajegunle, Boundary area.

According to a preliminary report signed by Permanent Secretary, LASEMA, Dr. Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, the fire was reported via LASEMA’s 767/112 Toll-Free Emergency Lines, prompting activation of the state’s emergency response plans from its Cappa Base in Oshodi.

On arrival at the scene, the LASEMA Response Team observed active flames consuming the one-storey complex, which housed several clothing dealers.

“Following distress alerts received on it’s 767/112 Toll-Free Emergency Lines at 0240hours, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, activated the State’s Emergency Response Plans from it’s Cappa Base, Cappa-Oshodi, Lagos.

“Upon arrival of LRT at the incident scene by 0322hours, it was observed that an outbreak of fire occurred in a shopping complex that accommodates clothes dealers was gutted by fire. Responders further observed active flames from the fire, indicating intense combustion within the complex and surrounding shops used for the storage and sales clothes. The high volume of combustible materials contributed to the rapid spread of the intense fire,” the statement read.

Preliminary investigations suggest that a power surge following the restoration of electricity ignited the blaze.

“Preliminary investigations conducted by the LASEMA Response Team revealed that the fire ignited as a result of power surge when public power supply of electricity was restored. Fortunately there was no loss of lives, nor casualties involved as a result of the incident.”

LASEMA said it immediately conducted a risk assessment, cordoned off the area, and implemented safety measures to prevent the fire from spreading to neighbouring structures.

It said, “Upon arrival, LASEMA Response Team conducted Risk Assessment of the incident scene and cordoned off the activity area. Agency’s Response Team activated Safety and Precautionary Measures to forestall damages to adjoining buildings and immediate environs of the incident scene.

“Prompt interventions were implemented by LRT in collaboration with other responders to forestall escalation of fire to adjoining buildings and eventually extinguish it. LRT co-ordinated the multi-agency response to ensure a quick and safe operation.”

The incident resulted in the complete destruction of the shopping complex and adjacent shops, along with all goods stored inside.

“The entire one-storey shopping complex and surrounding shops were completely razed by the fire. All goods and properties worth millions of naira stored therein were totally destroyed by the fire. Physical examination of the one-storey shopping complex reveals partial compromise, thereby requiring immediate structural assessment.”

LASEMA urged commercial property owners in the area to review fire safety measures and storage protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Responders at the scene, according to LASEMA included the LASEMA Response Team from Cappa Base, the LASEMA Fire Unit, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and the Nigeria Police Force.

The agency said the rescue and recovery operation has been concluded, but monitoring of the site will continue to prevent a re-ignition of the fire.

 

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How Two Heavy Duty Trucks Contesting For The Road, Collided At Otedola Bridge, Killing One And Causing Massive Traffic

A Trailer driver lost his life on Friday following a multi-vehicle crash involving articulated trucks at Otedola Bridge inward Secretariat along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) spokesperson, Mr. Adebayo Taofiq, said the principal incident involved a violent collision between two heavy-duty trailers, one laden with sand and the other conveying granite, reportedly occasioned by a reckless contest for right of way.

According to him, the impact of the collision trapped the driver of the sand-laden trailer, who sustained fatal injuries and was later confirmed dead.

Taofiq explained that operatives of LASTMA, who were on routine surveillance, promptly responded to the incident and successfully extricated the trapped victim.

“He was immediately handed over to officials of the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS) and rushed to the General Hospital, Ikeja, where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the second trailer was rescued alive and reportedly sustained no injuries,” he said.

In a related incident, another trailer loaded with flour overturned about 50 metres from the primary crash site, further compounding traffic congestion along the busy corridor.

Security operatives from the Alausa Police Division were deployed to the scene to maintain order, manage crowd control, and support rescue and recovery operations. The combined incidents reportedly blocked nearly 80 per cent of the carriageway, necessitating extensive traffic diversion.

Motorists travelling inward Lagos from the Mowe, Kara Bridge and Redemption Camp axis were redirected through the Ojodu–Olole route, linking Agidingbi, Coca-Cola, Secretariat and 7-Up areas, to access Gbagada or Ojota.

Reacting to the incident, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Mr. Sola Giwa, described the crashes as regrettable and avoidable, attributing them to impatience, indiscipline and the failure of some drivers to yield.

He urged motorists, particularly operators of heavy-duty vehicles, to strictly adhere to traffic regulations and exercise courtesy on the roads to prevent further loss of life.

Giwa also extended condolences to the family of the deceased and commended the swift and coordinated response of LASTMA, LASAMBUS and security agencies in managing the emergency.

 

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Six Injured, One Dies As Truck Rams Into Vehicles Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

An auto crash involving a Dangote truck and other vehicles along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has claimed the life of one persons, leaving six others seriously injured.

Vehicles involved in the crash are: Toyota Sienna – Registration Number KWL 889 XC; J4 Vehicle – Registration Number KTU 130 TL; J4 Vehicle – Registration Number AKD 428 YH, and a Sino Truck (Dangote Group Truck) – Truck Number OBJ-CNG14C-030.

Spokesperson of the Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Babatunde Akinbiyi, confirmed this to newsmen in a statement in Abeokuta on Thursday.

Akinbiyi said that seven persons(all males) were involved in the accident that resulted in the death of one person trapped in the wreckage and six injured persons.

He said that the cause of the crash was due to wrong overtaking on the part of the truck driver, who rammed into other vehicles on the road

The TRACE PRO said that operatives of his agency, the Police, and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) were on the ground for a rescue mission.

He said that the body of the dead person trapped in the wreckage was successfully removed and taken to Idera hospital private morgue.

Akinbiyi added that the injured victims were rescued and taken to Famobis Hospital by FRSC and OGSAES.

He said that all the accident vehicles had been towed by Mowe MTD Police for further investigation.

The TRACE Image Maker said that the traffic initially affected has since returned to normal.

In other news, two persons sustained injuries in a truck-truck collision that occurred along the same Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The vehicles involved in the crash are: a White DAF truck with registration number T-13351LA and another White DAF truck with no registration number.

Spokesperson of the Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Babatunde Akinbiyi, confirmed this to newsmen in a statement in Abeokuta on Wednesday.

Akinbiyi said that two persons(adult males) sustained varying degrees of injuries from the accident.

He said that four people were occupants of the two white DAF truck with one loaded with diesel and the other loaded with bottled water.

The TRACE Public Relations Officer said the cause of the crash was speeding by the driver of the truck loaded with diesel, who hit the truck loaded with bottled water from the rear.

He said that operatives of TRACE, Police and Federal Road Safety Corps(FRSC) were on the ground for a rescue mission.

Akinbiyi said the injured victims had been taken to Live Well Hospital in Sagamu, while the accident vehicles had been towed by Redeem POLICE MTD for further investigation

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Traders Lament As Fire Guts Ikeja Computer Village

A major fire gutted a commercial building at Computer Village in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, destroying goods valued at several millions of naira, officials said.

The blaze broke out in the early hours of Tuesday on Somoye Street, a busy part of the technology hub, affecting traders dealing in computers and related accessories. The structure, a one-storey building used mainly for storage and sales, was engulfed by flames before emergency services arrived.

Witnesses said the fire began around midnight, with thick smoke and flames quickly consuming the building due to the presence of highly flammable materials. Shop owners were unable to salvage their goods. No fatalities were reported, although one Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service officer sustained minor injuries and received first aid at the scene.

Emergency responders, including personnel from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), were mobilised following distress calls. Officials said their prompt intervention contained the fire and prevented it from spreading to neighbouring buildings.

Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu, Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, confirmed that all goods and properties in the building were “completely destroyed by the conflagration.” He said emergency teams immediately secured the area and implemented precautionary measures to protect adjacent structures.

“The LASEMA Response Team conducted a risk assessment and cordoned off the affected area. Safety and precautionary measures were activated to forestall damage to adjoining buildings and the immediate environment,” Oke-Osanyintolu said. He added that the structure suffered partial damage and would require further evaluation before reopening.

Firefighting operations concluded after several hours, while cooling activities continued to prevent a fresh outbreak. Traders and residents gathered at the scene to assess the damage, expressing shock and frustration over the losses.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Authorities said they are examining both immediate and underlying factors that could have contributed to the incident.

 

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Stop Spreading Unfounded Rumours, Opral Benson Is Not Missing - African Refugees Foundation

Contrary to news making the round, that Chief Mrs.Opral Benson, popularly known as the Iya Oge of Lagos, is missing,   the(AREF) has put up a statement, saying the chief is not missing but is on a visit to Liberia. 

The statement read in part,  “the African Refugees Foundation (AREF) wishes to formally address the recent reports circulating on social and online media  regarding Chief Mrs.Opral Benson, Hon. President AREF popularly known as the Iya Oge of Lagos.

“Contrary to the claims suggesting that Mrs. Opral Benson has been declared missing by her family, the Foundation has verified that Mrs Opral Benson AREF Honorary President is safe, in good health, and not missing.”

The statement went on: “According to the Chief Executive Officer of AREF, Mr. Olujimi Olusola III, Chief Opral Benson is hale and hearty, and there is absolutely no cause for concern.

“AREF confirms that Mrs. Benson is currently in Liberia, her presence there is voluntary and known.

“We urge members of the public, media organizations, and community stakeholders to disregard the false and misleading reports and refrain from spreading unverified information that may cause unnecessary alarm.

“The Foundation remains committed to promoting truth, protecting the dignity of individuals under its care, and ensuring that accurate information is made available to the public.”

 

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Sanwo-Olu Signs 2026 'Budget Of Shared Prosperity' Into Law

The 2026 Appropriation Bill, tagged the “Budget of Shared Prosperity”, has been signed into law By Gov. Sanwo-Olu. The governor signed the bill into law on Monday, saying it would be implemented accountably by his administration.

Lagos Today Extra! had reported that members of the Lagos House of Assembly approved a budget of about N4.4 trillion, up from the N4.2 trillion presented by the governor in December.

Sanwo-olu who noted that this year’s budget is the last budget his administration will implement fully, expressed hope that residents would be the greatest beneficiaries.

He commended the Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, and other lawmakers for their due diligence, maintaining that the Executive and the Legislature would continue to work hand in hand for good governance.

Representative of the Speaker of Lagos Assembly, the Majority Speaker, Noheem Adams, commended Sanwo-olu’s people-oriented policies, saying the budget was well scrutinised by assembly members and was optimistic that it reflects the economic realities for the benefit of Lagosians

Earlier, the Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, said the budget of shared prosperity was designed to accelerate economic growth, deepen infrastructure development, improve the transportation system and maintain fiscal responsibility.

In other news, Governor Sanwo-Olu pledged the Lagos State government’s continued support for the armed forces, whether dead or alive.

Speaking at the parade and laying of wreaths ceremony to commemorate the 2026 armed forces celebration and remembrance day, Sanwo-Olu maintained that the state government appreciates the efforts and commitment of members of the armed forces, and will always be supportive to ensure they do their work in the best of environments.

The governor, represented by his Deputy, Dr Kadril Obafemi Hamzat, stated that the state government supports the armed forces annually and is always ready to do more because the officers and men of the armed forces make many sacrifices to keep the nation secure.

He implored them to keep giving their best and to continue making concerted efforts to secure lives and property, despite the huge challenges they face in doing so.

The governor who led the wreath-laying ceremony also asked for prayers for the armed forces. Others who laid wreaths included the Deputy Governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin; the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, represented by Jubril Abdulkareem; the Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba; representatives of the Nigerian Army, Navy, and Air Force; the Oba of Lagos; the widow of a fallen hero; and the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh.

 

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Sanwo-Olu Expresses Disappointment At The Scooping Of Fuel From A Fallen Tanker In Apapa

The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is not happy with those who scooped fuel from a fallen tanker in Apapa on Monday. The governor expressed disappointment over the scooping of fuel dripping from a fallen tanker at Liverpool Bridge, Apapa, by some residents of the state, describing the act as reckless.

He lamented that they did not prioritise safety, as they endangered their lives during the act.

Sanwo-Olu, who commended the swift actions of first responders, including the police, for securing the area before any eventualities, warned residents to desist from such acts.

The governor also spoke on the indiscriminate dumping of refuse on the road median, Saying stiffer penalties would be served this year.

He hinted that the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) had been directed to arrest scapegoats as a deterrent to others.

Speaking on the demolition exercise at the Makoko area of the state, Sanwo-Olu insisted that evacuation notices had been served for over two years before the demolition to those within 150 meters to 250 meters of high-tension wires.

However, he restated his commitment to the safety of lives and the safeguarding of residents’ property in the state, noting that, as a compassionate government, affected residents would be given palliatives and relocation grants as compensation.

The governor emphasised that his administration would leave no stone unturned in ensuring the safety of the lives and property of Lagos residents.

 

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LASTMA, Fire Service Avert Fire Disaster After Tanker Accident In Apapa

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), in collaboration with the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, has averted a potential fire outbreak following a tanker accident on the Liverpool Bridge inward Mile 2.

The incident involved an articulated Iveco tanker conveying diesel, with registration number RBC 98 XX, which reportedly lost control and overturned on the bridge. The accident resulted in extensive damage to the tanker and the spillage of large volumes of diesel on the carriageway.

The situation was further compounded as the highly flammable fuel spilled from the elevated bridge to the area below, attracting some individuals who attempted to scoop the diesel, thereby heightening the risk of an explosion or fire.

In a statement, the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq, said operatives of the Authority swiftly responded to the emergency alert and took immediate control of the situation.

“LASTMA personnel promptly dispersed the crowd engaged in the dangerous act of scooping diesel, cordoned off the affected area, and activated emergency response protocols by alerting security agencies and the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service,” Taofiq stated.

He noted that the timely intervention of the responders effectively neutralised the imminent threat of a fire outbreak, which could have resulted in serious loss of lives, environmental damage, and destruction of public infrastructure.

Taofiq added that the tanker driver, who sustained severe injuries during the accident, was rescued by LASTMA officials and rushed to the General Hospital, Apapa, where he is currently receiving medical attention.

He further disclosed that officers of the Nigeria Police Force from Area ‘B’ Division, Apapa, provided security support at the scene, assisting with crowd control, traffic regulation, and the maintenance of order.

According to him, an alternative empty tanker was deployed to transload the remaining diesel, while LASTMA diverted traffic to the opposite carriageway to ensure public safety and the free flow of vehicles.

Commending the coordinated response, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, praised LASTMA and other emergency responders for their professionalism and swift action, noting that their efforts prevented what could have escalated into a major fire disaster.

Taofiq also quoted the Special Adviser as warning members of the public against scooping petroleum products during tanker accidents involving diesel or Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), describing the practice as extremely dangerous and a threat to lives and property.

The Lagos State Government, through LASTMA, reaffirmed its commitment to proactive traffic management, rapid emergency response, and the protection of lives and critical infrastructure across the state.

 

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Sustainable Development: Lagos Partners Time For Africa Foundation

The Lagos State Government has expressed commitment to forging a strategic partnership with the international non-governmental organisation, Time for Africa Foundation, to accelerate sustainable urban and community development initiatives across key sectors, including health, finance, education, agriculture, and social empowerment.

The Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, revealed this while hosting officials of the international NGO, led by its Founder/CEO, Dr. Abiodun Olushola, alongside key members of the Lagos State Executive Council, including the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi; the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Mrs. Bolaji Cecilia Dada, and the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun.

The meeting,  at the Ministry of Finance Conference Room, Secretariat, Alausa, focused on leveraging Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) to empower communities and improve service delivery across strategic sectors in Lagos State.

 Oluyomi stated that the partnership is a welcome development as it aligns with the THEMES Plus Agenda of the current administration, promoting Education & Technology, Health & Environment, strategic innovation, social inclusion, and sustainable economic growth, amongst others.

He emphasised the State’s forward-thinking financial initiatives, highlighting the upcoming launch of Lagos State’s Green Bond. This pioneering move will make Lagos the first sub-national entity in Nigeria to issue a climate-focused investment instrument. The Green Bond, aimed at financing climate-resilient infrastructure and advancing key sectors such as health, environment, and housing.

He said: “This Green Bond is a landmark achievement for Lagos State. It reflects our dedication to financing sustainable projects that directly impact lives while maintaining fiscal responsibility. He also cited securitisation and tokenisation of state assets as part of the innovations driving Lagos’ rise as one of the largest economies in Africa.

Prof. Akin Abayomi shared ongoing innovations within the health sector, including advances in precision diagnosis, early detection and personalised cancer treatment, the deployment of robust artificial intelligence strategies for efficient data management and enhanced access to prompt medical care, as well as efforts to localise medical solutions through indigenous research and development.

Abayomi stated that these initiatives illustrate Lagos State Government’s holistic and innovation-driven approach, from digital systems and medical education to specialised care and community outreach, to strengthen healthcare delivery and outcomes across the state.

Mrs. Bolaji Cecilia Dada, Commissioner for Women and Poverty Alleviation, outlined various empowerment initiatives targeting women and vulnerable groups, including grassroots skill acquisition programmes, policy development aimed at long-term socio-economic inclusion, and the provision of startup equipment to beneficiaries to enable them launch and sustain their own businesses after training.

In the education sector, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, reaffirmed the State Government’s unwavering commitment to free education from early childhood through senior secondary level, including the payment of WAEC examination fees for all eligible students. 

He highlighted ongoing efforts to provide a conducive teaching and learning environment through the construction of modern classrooms, as well as the implementation of targeted programmes aimed at reintegrating out-of-school children.

Alli-Balogun also noted the State’s strategic collaborations with international organisations such as UNICEF and the World Bank, to align with global best practices and further strengthen the quality and accessibility of education in Lagos State.

Commissioner for Finance, Oluyomi, emphasised that there will be a follow-up meeting, which will include the commissioners for the Environment, Science and Technology, Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs, and Rural Development, to formalise a partnership that aligns with the THEMES Plus Agenda of the State Government.

Dr. Abiodun Olushola, the Founder/CEO, the International NGO, praised the Lagos State Government for its visionary policies that align with global best practices. She reaffirmed the foundation’s readiness to collaborate, invest, and support the State through international partnerships, training programmes, and investor-backed initiatives.

“This partnership marks a turning point for scalable impact in Nigeria. We are excited to work with Lagos State to drive community empowerment using next-generation technologies,” Dr. Olushola stated.

 

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Multiple-Vehicles Accident Along Ikorodu Road Leaves Driver Critically Injured

A commercial bus driver was critically injured on Sunday following a multiple-vehicles collision along the Ojota inbound Ketu axis of Ikorodu Road.

LASTMA spokesperson confirmed the incident stating that, a Toyota Sienna saloon car (KRD 311 JH), had decelerated to allow a large crowd of pedestrians to safely traverse the expressway, with a mini truck positioned immediately behind it. 

Tragically, a Volkswagen commercial bus driven at an excessive and uncontrolled speed, failed to slow down and forcefully rammed into the two stationary vehicles, precipitating a violent collision.

According to him, “The impact resulted in the Volkswagen commercial bus driver being severely trapped within the mangled wreckage, necessitating an urgent and well-coordinated emergency intervention.”

Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) operatives arrived promptly on the scene and successfully extricated the driver using specialised equipment. 

The injured driver was immediately rushed to a nearby medical facility for intensive care.

Security personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, Area ‘H’ Ogudu Division, provided crowd control and secured the accident site, ensuring the rescue operation proceeded without further incident.

The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, while extending his deep-seated wishes for the speedy and complete recovery of the injured Volkswagen commercial bus driver.

He also commended the professionalism and swift response of LASTMA operatives, noting that their intervention prevented secondary accidents and further casualties. 

According to him, unwavering compliance with traffic regulations and the cultivation of responsible driving habits remain critical pillars in the collective effort to curb road traffic accidents and safeguard human lives.

 

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Fake Naval Officer, Wife And Orderly Arrested In Oworonshoki

The Lagos State task force has arrested three impostors who unlawfully presented themselves as officers of the Nigerian Navy, thereby defrauding members of the public and obstructing lawful government operations.

The spokesperson for the agency, Raheem Gbadeyan, in a statement, stated that the suspects were apprehended by the chairman, Adetayo Akerele, following an incident linked to the demolition of illegal shanties and encroachments on government land in the Oworonshoki area of the state.

While identifying the principal suspect as one James Robert, Gbadeyan stated that the suspect had allegedly been using a false military identity to evade justice, intimidate residents, and secure undue advantages.

The statement added that the suspects were apprehended at the task force office while they were seeking the release of the vehicles removed from the demolition site.

According to Gbadeyan, the principal suspect failed to provide information about his primary military assignment and command after he was interviewed by the chairman.

The statement partly read, “The principal suspect, identified as James K. Robert, based on the name tag on his uniform and the visitor’s register he filled at the chairman’s office, had visited the office seeking the release of vehicles removed from the demolition site by the agency responsible for the exercise.

“This was after several statutory notices and repeated appeals were issued to him to evacuate his property ahead of the planned demolition, all of which he ignored.

“The suspect, accompanied by his wife and an alleged orderly, claimed ownership of the car lot at the demolition site and demanded that they be spared in the ‘spirit of esprit de corps.’”

When the chairman refused to compromise professional ethics and public service regulations, the statement noted that the fake naval captain became aggressive and issued threats of confrontation between his purported men and task force operatives.

“Suspicions were further raised when Akerele conducted a detailed interview, requesting information about the suspect’s primary military assignment and command.

“Closer observation revealed several inconsistencies, including incorrectly worn service ribbons, the absence of required regimental insignia, and an overall shabby appearance inconsistent with that of a senior naval officer. These red flags confirmed the chairman’s suspicions.”

The chairman was said to have immediately contacted the Naval Police unit of the Nigerian Navy, who verified that the individual was not a serving officer.

According to the statement, the confirmation led to the prompt arrest of the suspect and his accomplices.

Speaking on the incident, Akerele disclosed that the suspects had already been under surveillance following repeated altercations with task force officers during field operations, as well as numerous complaints from members of the public about a man posing as a Navy Captain to intimidate and coerce residents into compliance under false pretences.

The suspect’s wife was also said to have admitted that she had repeatedly warned her husband to desist from impersonating military personnel, noting that “several days are for the thief, but one day is for the owner.”

The chairman further revealed that his suspicions deepened when the suspect’s alleged orderly and other accomplices tactically withdrew from the scene shortly before the arrest.

“Before the suspects could fully comprehend what was happening, officers of the Nigerian Navy Military Police were already on the ground and took them into custody. They are currently undergoing further investigation,” Akerele stated.

He assured the public that the suspects would be prosecuted by the appropriate military authorities, expressing confidence that the arrest would serve as a strong deterrent to others who impersonate security personnel to perpetrate crimes and tarnish the image of the police and armed forces.

“I urge members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to report suspicious activities through our official feedback channels for prompt action. No criminal will be allowed to find haven in Lagos State,” he further stated.

 

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How 103-Year Old Woman Lost Her Life In A Fire Incident At Oyingbo

A fire outbreak at a residential building on Bola Street, Oyingbo has claimed the life of a 103-year-old woman and destroyed several household properties.

According to a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the agency received a distress call about the fire outbreak at about 12pm on Friday.

Oke-Osanyintolu noted that upon arrival at the scene, it was discovered that a bungalow with shops attached had been engulfed in flames.

He stated that emergency management procedures were immediately activated at the scene, but after an assessment, the centenarian woman had died.

He said, “Upon the arrival of the LRT at the incident scene by 12:13 hours, it was observed that a residential bungalow with two shops attached was engulfed by fire at the aforementioned location.

“The fire reportedly started in a room before spreading to other rooms within the building. However, the cause of the fire had yet to be ascertained as of the time of filing this report.

“Unfortunately, one life—a 103-year-old centenarian (name withheld)—was lost to the incident.”

The permanent secretary also noted that eight rooms, a mini flat, six shops, and several household properties were affected by the fire.

“The recovered body has been handed over to the family for necessary action. The fire has been completely extinguished.

“The Agency’s LRT and LASEMA Fire Unit, in collaboration with other responders, successfully curtailed and contained the fire. Dampening down has been concluded, while rescue and recovery operations have also been concluded,” he added.

 

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Fire Guts Recycling Factory, Residential Building, Church In Abule Egba

A fire outbreak has razed an open-space recycling site and spread to nearby structures along Pipeline Road, off Ekoro Road, Abule Egba.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service said it received a distress call at 1:08 p.m., prompting the immediate deployment of firefighters from the Agege and Abesan fire stations to the scene.

Preliminary reports indicated that the fire started in an open area used for local recycling activities. The blaze later extended to a nearby residential bungalow and a mini church within the vicinity.

One adult female reportedly suffered shock during the incident and was promptly attended to by emergency responders. She has since been stabilized. No fatalities were recorded.

Confirming the incident, the Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs. Margaret Adeseye, said firefighters successfully contained the fire and prevented further damage.

“The fire has been successfully brought under control, and investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the incident,” she said in a statement.

Mrs. Adeseye reiterated the agency’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state, urging residents to strictly adhere to fire safety regulations to prevent similar occurrences.

 

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Court Jails 33-Year Dispatch Rider 7 Years For Trafficking Tramadol In Lagos Island

A 33-year-old dispatch rider, Yahaya Nuru, was on Wednesday convicted and sentenced to a total of seven years’ imprisonment by the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos for the unlawful distribution of large quantities of tramadol and other prohibited drugs.

Justice Musa Kakaki delivered the judgment after Nuru pleaded guilty to a four-count charge filed against him by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency.

At the arraignment, the prosecutor, Peter Ekuri, told the court that the convict, alongside others still at large, committed the offences in November 2025 at No. 6 Ashogbon Street, Lagos Island.

“Nuru conspired with Abdulrazak and Chukwu Emmanuel Emeka, who are currently at large, to unlawfully deal in controlled substances,” Ekuri said.

He further informed the court that Nuru was arrested with 4.12 kilograms of tramadol hydrochloride, 40 millilitres of tramadol hydrochloride injection, one litre of diazepam injection, and 1.04 litres of tramadol hydrochloride injection, which he intended to dispatch to different buyers.

According to the prosecutor, the offences contravened Sections 20(1)(a) and 11(c) and are punishable under Section 20(2)(a) of the NDLEA Act, Cap N30, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.

Following the guilty plea, Ekuri urged the court to convict and sentence Nuru. “In view of Nuru’s plea of guilt, the facts reviewed, and the exhibits tendered, we urge the court to act in accordance with Section 247(2) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015,” he said.

While pleading for leniency, the defence counsel asked the court to “temper justice with mercy,” noting that the convict was a first-time offender who saved the court’s time by pleading guilty.

Delivering the sentence, Justice Kakaki said he had considered the allocutus of the defence and the fact that Nuru was a first-time offender.

“In the circumstances, the defendant is sentenced to four years, five months, one month, and three years’ imprisonment on counts one, two, three, and four, respectively,” the judge ruled.

The court also ordered Nuru to pay fines of N300,000, N30,000, N50,000, and N200,000 on the respective counts as an option to imprisonment.

Justice Kakaki further directed that “both the sentences and the fine options shall run concurrently.”

 

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