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NMA Lagos Urges Governor Sanwo-Olu to Extend Retirement Age for Health Workers to 65

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  The Lagos State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to urgently approve the extension of the retirement age for health workers from 60 to 65 years, citing a worsening healthcare crisis due to the mass migration of medical professionals. In a letter dated June 5, 2025, and jointly signed by the NMA Lagos Chairman, Dr. Saheed Kehinde, and Deputy Secretary, Dr. Olusola Soyinka, the association emphasized that extending the retirement age is critical to retaining seasoned medical personnel and mitigating the growing shortage of healthcare professionals caused by brain drain. The association's appeal comes in the wake of President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a similar retirement age extension for federal health workers—a policy the NMA insists must now be implemented at the state level, particularly in Lagos, which faces a disproportionate healthcare burden. Currently, Lagos State has an estimated 7,000 doctors serving a population ...
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Lagos Housing Ministry Urges Ikorodu Estate Residents to Partner for Sustainable Living

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  The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Housing, Abdulhafis Toriola, has called on residents of state-owned housing estates in the Ikorodu area to actively engage and collaborate with the ministry in building a more sustainable and livable environment. Toriola made this appeal during a community engagement forum held on Saturday at the Ayangbure Jubilee Housing Estate in Ikorodu, according to a statement released on Sunday. The forum was designed to address pressing concerns within government-owned housing estates, including estate maintenance, security, infrastructure development, waste management, and environmental sustainability. Highlighting the importance of resident involvement, Toriola expressed appreciation for the residents’ ongoing contributions, expertise, and commitment to maintaining their communities. He noted that the forum serves as a crucial platform for dialogue and joint action, aligning with the goals of the state’s THEMES+ development agenda. T...
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Lagos State Government Demolishes Illegal Structures at Oko-Oba Abattoir Amid Sanitation Crackdown

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  The Lagos State Government has intensified its environmental enforcement efforts with the demolition of illegal structures at the Oko-Oba Abattoir in Agege. This action follows the indefinite closure of the facility over widespread violations of sanitation and hygiene regulations. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the demolition on Monday via his official X (formerly Twitter) account. According to Wahab, the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) led the operation, targeting illegal structures erected along drainage setbacks within the abattoir’s premises. “As part of a clean-up exercise, operatives of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps @LAGESCOfficial commenced the removal of illegal structures built on drainage setback inside Oko Oba Abattoir,” Wahab stated. The operation is aimed at restoring environmental order, improving hygiene conditions, and preventing potential disease outbreaks by ensuring the free fl...
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UNILAG Retains Spot in 2026 QS World University Rankings, Highlights Need for More Investment in Nigerian Higher Education

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  The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has once again secured a place in the QS World University Rankings, maintaining its position in the 1001–1200 band for the 2026 edition. This ranking, released on Thursday by global higher education analyst Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), underscores UNILAG’s continued relevance on the global academic stage—even as Nigerian universities face significant challenges in climbing higher in international metrics. UNILAG’s Centre for Information and Systems (CIS) remains a vital part of the university’s academic and research structure, contributing to advancements in technology, data systems, and digital transformation in education. While the university's overall ranking remains unchanged from 2025, the sustained recognition is a testament to the institution's resilience and its faculty’s dedication to academic excellence. UNILAG was one of only three Nigerian universities to appear on the 2026 list, alongside the University of Ibadan (UI)—also ranked 10...
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Lagos State Partners with Community Leaders to Reduce High Housing Costs

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  To help bring down the high cost of renting and buying homes, and to make the real estate business more open and fair, the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) is now working together with community leaders across the state. These leaders, known as the Chairmen of Community Development Associations (CDAs) and Community Development Committees (CDCs), represent all 57 local government and local council areas in Lagos. This new partnership is aimed at stopping real estate agents and lawyers from charging too much for their services. It will help make housing more affordable for people living in Lagos. At a recent meeting with these community leaders, the Commissioner for Housing, Maruf Akinderu Fatai, explained the purpose of this plan. “Our goal is to reduce the high fees some property agents are charging and to bring order into the housing sector. We want to make life easier for the average person in Lagos,” he said. Housing, he added, is a basic need, and the go...
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Lagos Assembly Summons Uber, Bolt, Others Over Ride-Hailing Sector Crisis

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  The Lagos State House of Assembly has summoned top ride-hailing platforms — Uber, Bolt, Indrive, Rida, and LagRide — to appear at a public hearing aimed at tackling rising concerns within the sector. This development was confirmed by Mr. Azeez Jaiyesimi , Chairman of the Lagos Chapter of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) , in a statement released by the union’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Steven Iwindoye , on Monday. According to Jaiyesimi, the public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, 2025 , following a formal petition submitted by the union to the Assembly. “The hearing will focus on resolving ongoing unrest in the ride-hailing industry and aims to establish a framework for safer, fairer, and more responsible practices within Nigeria’s gig economy,” he said. Union Alleges Exploitation and Negligence by Ride-Hailing Companies The petition, titled: “Public Petition Against Uber, Bolt, Indrive, Rida, and LagRide for Non-Com...
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Lagos Suspends Building Approvals Along Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road

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  The Lagos State Government has temporarily suspended all planning and building approvals along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road. This was announced on Monday in Alausa by Dr. Oluyinka Olumide , the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development. According to him, the suspension is necessary because the new coastal road is affecting existing development plans for the area. These include the recently completed Ode-Omi Action Area Plan and the ongoing Ibeju-Lekki Model City Plan and Lekki Comprehensive Master Plan . “The project has had a major impact on our development plans, and we need time to review and realign everything properly,” Dr. Olumide said. He added that to avoid further disruption, all planning approvals in the affected areas will be paused until further notice . The Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) has been instructed to enforce this suspension. Dr. Olumide reassured the public that the state government remains committed ...
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