Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that work on Phase 2 of the Lekki Deep Sea Port will commence soon as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Lagos’ position as West Africa’s leading maritime, logistics, and investment hub. The governor made the disclosure during the Invest Lagos Summit 3.0, where he highlighted key infrastructure…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the opening of West Africa’s first multi-technology industrial additive manufacturing facility in Lagos, describing it as a significant milestone for industrial development and innovation in the region. The facility, established by Arridex, is expected to boost local manufacturing by producing industrial components and spare parts within Lagos, thereby…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining an investment-friendly environment, describing Lagos as a hub of opportunity, innovation, and enterprise. Speaking on the second day of Invest Lagos 3.0, the governor said discussions at the forum were solution-driven and focused on unlocking economic growth, strengthening partnerships, and attracting more investments…
The Lagos State Government has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden passing of the Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), Comrade Domingo Michael Adeleke. Comrade Domingo passed away on Monday, 8th June 2026, following a brief illness during the ongoing 114th Session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. He served…
A high-powered Lagos State delegation has joined representatives from across the world at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland, to participate in discussions on the future of work, labour standards, and workforce development. The conference, which began on June 1 and concludes on June 12, brings together governments, employers,…
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, alongside the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, Co-Chair of the Lagos Finance & Investment Council, Aig Imoukhuede, and CEO of Moniepoint Group, Tosin Eniolorunda, will be among the distinguished speakers at Invest Lagos Summit 3.0, scheduled for June 8–9, 2026. Organised by the Lagos State Government through the…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has congratulated the Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, on his appointment as President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation. Fatodu’s appointment was announced on Friday by the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, as part of efforts to strengthen governance and drive development within…
Lagos State has been ranked as Nigeria’s best-performing state in the 2025 Phillips Consulting State Performance Index (pSPI), becoming the only state in the federation to receive a prestigious five-star rating for governance, economic development, and public service delivery. The annual assessment, conducted by Phillips Consulting, evaluated all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory across…
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, Lagos State Chapter, has posthumously honoured Kudirat Olayinka Abiola as its Iconic Woman, marking 30 years since her assassination on June 4, 1996. In a statement, the Chapter Chairperson, Jumoke Johnson, described Kudirat Abiola as a symbol of courage, resilience, and selfless sacrifice whose unwavering commitment to democracy and justice helped shape Nigeria’s political…
The Lagos State Government has announced the successful completion of the 2025 Holy Land pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan, with about 400 Christian pilgrims from the state participating without any reported incident. Commissioner for Home Affairs, Olanrewaju Layode, said the pilgrims travelled in two batches and completed the spiritual exercise safely under the coordination of the…
