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The Lagos State Government has appealed to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) for additional slots and improved welfare arrangements for pilgrims ahead of the 2027 Holy Pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode, made the appeal on Friday while receiving a pre-2027 Hajj assessment team led by NAHCON Commissioner for Operations, Inspectorate and Licensing, Prince Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi. Layode described Lagos’ allocation of 1,224 slots as inadequate, saying the State requires at least 2,500 slots to meet growing demand. He noted that Lagos airlifted 3,661 pilgrims in 2023 and 1,600 pilgrims in…

The Federal Government has reportedly approved the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to take over the admission process for Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes across Nigeria. The development is expected to bring HND admissions under JAMB’s centralised admission system, with the aim of streamlining and standardising admission processes into polytechnics nationwide. JAMB’s existing mandate already covers admissions into universities, polytechnics and colleges of education, making the proposed HND admission takeover an expansion of its role in coordinating tertiary admissions across the country.

The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has commenced discussions with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to strengthen inter-agency collaboration against drug abuse and the growing practice of infusing illicit and controlled substances into food products in Lagos State. LASCOPA General Manager/CEO, Mr. Afolabi Solebo, disclosed this during a strategic visit by the Agency’s delegation to the Lagos State Command of the NDLEA, where they met with the Assistant Commander General of Narcotics, Commander Abubakar Liman Wali. The meeting focused on areas of mutual interest and the development of joint strategies to protect the health, safety and overall…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has commenced a three-day modularised refresher training programme aimed at strengthening the knowledge, skills and operational effectiveness of its officers. The training is designed to expose LASTMA personnel to emerging global trends in traffic management while enhancing their ability to deliver more efficient and professional services to road users across Lagos. The programme forms part of LASTMA’s efforts to continuously improve officers’ capacity, update their understanding of modern traffic management practices and ensure that the agency remains responsive to the evolving transportation needs of Lagos State. The training is expected to further improve…

The Akwa Ibom State Government, through the Ministry of Transport, has announced the recruitment of qualified and experienced candidates for the position of CNG Bus Driver. Requirements Interested applicants must: How to Apply Qualified candidates are required to submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal: Akwa Ibom State Employment Portal⁠ Application Period:📅 Opening Date: September 9, 2026📅 Closing Date: October 5, 2026 Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline and share the opportunity with others who may be interested.

The Lagos State Government has introduced a new welfare initiative offering police officers three months of unlimited free transportation across the state’s major integrated public transport networks. The initiative, launched under the Governor Sanwo-Olu Cares Initiative, is aimed at appreciating the sacrifices and contributions of police officers to maintaining law and order across Lagos. The scheme is expected to provide transportation relief for officers while recognising their role in promoting safety, security and stability in the state.

…Ambrose-Medebem Says Lagos Offers Major Investment Opportunities as Industry Leaders Converge at Julius Berger Soirée The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to closing the state’s housing and infrastructure gaps through structured Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) rather than relying solely on government funding. The Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Bada Ambrose-Medebem, stated this while delivering the keynote address at the Julius Berger Luminary Soirée 2026, themed “The Lagos Proposition | Unlocking Value in a City in Transformation,” held in Lagos on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The Commissioner described Lagos’ housing and infrastructure deficit as both a…

The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre has arrested certain X user, identified as Hafsat Abubakar, responsible for the circulation of a false report claiming that OPay would shut down its operations in Nigeria. The arrest followed a petition filed by OPay Digital Services Limited on August 31, 2026, requesting an investigation into the source of the fabricated notice and the identification of those responsible for spreading it. The wide spread of the false report on social media, claimed that OPay would cease operations from September 1 and stop providing transaction and account related services to customers, creating panick and…

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has arrested a resident of Meiran, Lagos State, for allegedly dumping refuse into a drainage channel during rainfall, as the state intensifies its crackdown on indiscriminate waste disposal. The suspect, identified as a resident of No. 13, Lanre Adefiranye Street, Baale Bus Stop, Meiran, was apprehended by a joint enforcement team comprising the LAWMA Enforcement Team, Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (KAI) and mobile police officers attached to the operation. The arrest followed a tip-off received by the enforcement team. According to LAWMA Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who disclosed the development on…

One person has been confirmed dead while two others were rescued after a two-storey building undergoing manual demolition collapsed at No. 42, Governors Road, Aboru, in the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, September 10, 2026, during demolition work. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said its Alpha Eagle Response Team was dispatched from the Cappa, Oshodi Response Unit at about 12:56 a.m. following a distress call. On arrival, emergency responders found workers trapped beneath the rubble. LASEMA activated the State Emergency Response Plan and took charge of the…