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France has withdrawn its diplomats from Burkina Faso following a severing of ties by Ougadougou. In Tanzania, youth are planning anti-government protests. Lagos's Yahoo Boys are involved in online love scams, as revealed by journalist Carlos Barragan after his mother's experience.

A fire broke out at a fuel terminal in Lagos, Nigeria, located along the Apapa-Oworonshoki Expressway. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the fire.

Lagos is experiencing continued heavy rains that caused flooding, forcing residents to bail water out of their homes. The state has also begun demolishing shanties amid the weather crisis.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revoked the licences of 46 microfinance banks. Kano State had the highest number of revoked licences with 13 banks, followed by Lagos with 8.

An official clarified that the interpretation of Lagos HIV data is misleading, stating the figures reflect routine testing. The comments were made during a television interview reacting to the State of the Health of the Nation Report 2025, which has sparked social media discussions.

Torrential rainfall lasting over 12 hours submerged property and roads in Lagos, halting commercial activities, vehicular movement, and causing floods that damaged homes.

A bus conductor stabbed an officer from Lagos traffic agency LASTMA. This incident follows a previous attack months ago where a LASTMA officer was allegedly stabbed by a commercial bus driver.

Osinbajo emphasized the need for innovative mechanisms to finance healthcare systems during a roundtable in Lagos. The event, organized by Future Perspectives, focused on innovative financing models for Africa's healthcare systems.

Floodwaters in Lagos's Oshodi area have receded after heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding, but shops remain closed.

Floodwaters in Lagos's Oshodi area have receded following heavy rainfall that caused widespread flooding, but local shops remain closed. The incident occurred less than 24 hours after the heavy rain triggered the floods.

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) Africa will hold its next 2026 event in Casablanca, Morocco, following a previous showdown in Lagos. The event is scheduled for October 10.

Heavy rainfall caused flooding in several Lagos communities, including Oshodi, Opeki Road in Mosan-Okunola LCDA, Abesan Estate, and Gbagada Expressway. The floods disrupted airport operations and affected multiple areas across the city.

Uddin Ifeanyi discusses a conversation with his daughter about a Virgin Atlantic flight from Lagos to London, referencing a national campaign highlighting 'hardship' in the country. The article questions the narrative around government representation.

LASTMA has launched a toll-free emergency hotline in Lagos to enhance traffic response. The service is free for subscribers of MTN, Glo, and 9mobile, enabling users to contact traffic officials without incurring call charges.

Governor Abiodun praised Inspector General Disu and the police for Operation Kosaye, which targeted kidnappers and restored public confidence in Ogun and Lagos. The operation made the states hostile to criminals, according to the governor.

The Lagos commissioner apologized to residents for waste management challenges, following a Premium Times report highlighting refuse heaps overwhelming roads, markets, and communities. The report documented the impact of uncollected waste across the city.

Police in Lagos arrested a suspected armed robber who was traveling with a human body part and firearms in an unregistered commercial shuttle bus. The interception occurred during a routine security operation involving five other occupants in the vehicle.

26 people were rescued alive and nine bodies were recovered after a building collapse in Lagos, Nigeria, as rescue efforts enter a critical ground-level phase.

A three-storey building collapsed in Lagos, resulting in eight deaths and 26 people rescued, according to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency. The incident was reported as of 4:20 p.m. on Thursday.

A man accused his fiancée of defrauding him of ₦16.17 million through a pregnancy scam. Police investigations found the pregnancy was terminated at five months at a private medical facility in Ajah, Lagos.

Police in Lagos ruled out terrorism and a bomb attack following an explosion, citing no evidence of explosive materials, detonators, or blast patterns linked to such attacks. Investigators found no traces of explosive residues or initiation systems typically associated with explosive incidents.

The United States has sanctioned Lagos-based ISIS financier Mukhtar Adamu Muhammad and three bureaux de change linked to him for allegedly moving funds to the group. The action is part of a global crackdown targeting ISIS financial networks in Europe, the Middle East, and West Africa.

The United States government has sanctioned Mukhtar Muhammad, a Lagos-based Bureau De Change (BDC) operator, and three firms allegedly controlled by him for serving as financial conduits for the West Africa franchise of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The sanctions are linked to allegations of terrorism financing.

Lagos shut down Oshodi Resettlement Market after traders allegedly attacked sanitation officials. The market closure was confirmed by a commissioner's statement.

Lagos State police intercepted a truck carrying military camouflage uniforms and drugs, leading to the arrest of four individuals. The operation was reported by Premium Times Nigeria.

A suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonated beneath a parked vehicle in Lagos' Oke Mushin area, injuring the vehicle's owner and causing panic among residents.

Nigerian fintech OPay is preparing a US listing that could value it at $4 billion, marking the largest tech IPO ever from Nigeria.

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Task Force) impounded 278 commercial motorcycles during a weeklong operation targeting violations of the state's ban on such activities on highways and restricted routes.

Governor Abiodun denied allegations linking him to the relocation of the Dangote Refinery from Ogun State to Lagos, stating the decision was made before he took office. He reaffirmed his commitment to the Ogun Deep Sea Port project.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu ordered an emergency waste evacuation to address the refuse crisis, mobilizing Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), and the Ministry of Environment. The directive followed a report by Premium Times.

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu ordered an emergency waste evacuation after a PREMIUM TIMES report highlighted the refuse crisis. The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), and Ministry of Environment were mobilized to address the situation.

Researchers used satellite imagery to detect an 'urban pulse' in six major cities, including Dubai, Lagos, Mexico City, Mumbai, Seattle, and Shenzhen. The study tracks dynamic changes in these cities in near real-time.

The Dangote Group’s fertilizer arm secured $600 million from the African Finance Corporation to expand its urea production, aiming to triple output in Nigeria and establish a new plant in Ethiopia. This financing is part of a $7 billion expansion plan that also includes doubling production at its Nigerian oil refinery and building a facility in East Africa.

The Lagos State Police Command rescued 12 girls aged 12 to 16 from a suspected prostitution ring in Lagos and is investigating the network behind the operation.

The Nigerian Federal Government is seeking private investment to provide reliable electricity for hospitals nationwide through the Nigeria Power for Health Initiative (NPHI). The initiative was launched at the National Healthcare Electrification Investors Matchmaking Forum in Lagos.

The NDLEA is auctioning forfeited properties in Lagos and Ondo states, valued at N6.15 billion, as part of eight assets seized by the federal government through court orders.

The Nigeria Customs Service's Federal Operations Unit Zone A in Lagos intercepted 22 elephant tusks valued at N126.39 million on the international black market, marking a major breakthrough in combating wildlife trafficking.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Chevron, and Bristow have initiated a pilot training program in Lagos to provide 10 Nigerians with world-class aviation training. The training aims to enhance field readiness in the oil and gas sector.

A study assessed six Nigerian states on financing capacity, demand patterns, supply systems, and implementation readiness for maternal supplement rollout, ranking Lagos and Kano as the most prepared.

Falana called for the urgent rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo amid rising insecurity concerns. The demand coincided with a June 12 protest in Lagos.