Lagos State Government has detailed an 18-week maintenance plan for Mazamaza Bridge on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, starting January 19, 2026. Traffic diversions will be in place. Read the full schedule and plan your commute.
Lagos State has detailed an 18-week traffic diversion plan for maintenance on Mazamaza Bridge. Motorists should expect phased closures from Jan 19. Follow LASTMA guidance.
Motorists on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway face daily extortion and theft by illegal 'revenue boys.' The Ifo Local Council vows arrests. Read more on the crisis and official response.
The Federal Government is spending N15 billion to fix Lagos's Iddo Bridge, with a June completion target. Minister Umahi orders a nationwide bridge audit and announces new safety measures. Read more.
The Federal Government has disclosed spending ₦45 billion on the Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation. A new ₦40bn CCTV control centre was also inaugurated to enhance safety and security on the Lagos landmark. Read the full details.
The Federal Government has announced it will not toll the rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. Works Minister Dave Umahi inaugurated a N40 billion CCTV control centre to enhance security and emergency response on the 11km bridge.
The Federal Government has launched a new framework to preserve public assets. The initiative, driven by the Ministry of Housing, aims to prevent deterioration and save costs. Read more.
The Federal Government has commissioned a high-tech CCTV monitoring centre for Lagos's Third Mainland Bridge to enhance safety and security, with a N43bn contract. Minister Umahi confirms no tolling plans.
The Federal Government commissions a state-of-the-art CCTV monitoring centre for Lagos's Third Mainland Bridge to enhance safety and security. The facility includes HD cameras, a surveillance boat, and aims for rapid emergency response.
A mini truck lost control on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, crashing into cars on Otedola Bridge. A family miraculously escaped unhurt. Read about the latest accident on this notorious blackspot.
A truck carrying tomatoes crashed into vehicles on Lagos's Otedola Bridge after brake failure. The accident occurred at noon on Thursday, January 8. Thankfully, no fatalities were recorded.
A Lagos BRT bus caught fire on the Third Mainland Bridge, causing major traffic disruption. LASTMA confirms emergency response is ongoing. Read more for details.
Chelsea Football Club has officially named Liam Rosenior as their new head coach. The 41-year-old Englishman signs a long-term contract until 2032. Get all the details on his appointment and vision for the Blues.
Ex-depot petrol prices surge to N805 per litre following Dangote Refinery's planned maintenance on its main gasoline unit. Get the latest on the shutdown, price impacts, and Dangote's assurances.
FERMA's Joint Union refutes media reports of board interference, calling them forged and malicious. They demand retraction and pledge support to the agency's leadership.
The University of The Gambia has renamed its School of Agriculture after former AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina, honouring his impact on African agriculture and development. Read more.
Chelsea have dismissed head coach Enzo Maresca following a poor run of results. The Italian leaves with the club fifth in the Premier League. Find out the details and potential replacements.
Chelsea Football Club has dismissed head coach Enzo Maresca after a poor run of form. The club sits 5th, 15 points behind Arsenal. A new appointment is expected soon.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is set to be sacked after a complete breakdown in relations with the club's hierarchy. He is unlikely to lead the team against Manchester City.
Nigeria's Dangote Refinery starts planned maintenance to boost petrol output and achieve 700,000 barrels per day capacity by early 2026, reducing fuel imports by over 60%.
Minister of Works David Umahi declares the Southeast will vote massively for Tinubu and Nwifuru in 2027, citing infrastructure projects as 'real Biafra'. He urges strategic political engagement over sentiment.
A Nigerian Air Force C-130 transport aircraft has safely landed in Banjul, The Gambia, during a ferry flight to Portugal for scheduled maintenance. All personnel are safe.
Two separate accidents on Otedola and Kara bridges cause severe traffic chaos on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. LASTMA urges caution as recovery efforts continue. Details inside.
The House of Representatives has directed federal agencies to immediately begin emergency repairs on the collapsed Umuma Isiaku–Nkwerre Road in Imo State and address severe erosion across Ideato. Urgent relief for displaced communities is also mandated.
Prof. Olanrewaju Olaniyan calls for urgent construction of a pedestrian bridge on the Oyo-Ogbomoso Expressway to protect thousands of students crossing daily. The university also announces a historic convocation for 47,623 graduates.
Following a viral video of dangerous overcrowding, Lagosians are urgently calling on Governor Sanwo-Olu to build a new pedestrian bridge at Oshodi to ease commuter burden and improve safety.
Mikel Merino's header earned Arsenal a 1-1 draw against 10-man Chelsea in a heated Premier League clash. Read the full match analysis and implications for the title race.
Global air travel faces major disruptions as Airbus mandates urgent software upgrades for up to 6,000 A320 aircraft following a safety incident. Learn how this affects Nigerian travelers.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta declares his team fully prepared for the crucial Premier League London derby against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this Sunday.
A Russian military court has handed life sentences to eight individuals for the 2022 attack on the Kerch Bridge, a vital supply link to annexed Crimea. The blast killed five and triggered massive Russian retaliation. Read the full details.