Fun Spots For A Soft Life In Lagos Mainland

Lagos is home to fun and enjoyment, and it’s almost as if it’s compensation for how chaotic the city can be. A lot of these fun places are usually located on the island, however, there are fun spots you can visit on the mainland as well, and here are some of them. This spot is... Read More

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February 27, 2023

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Tinubu and Peter Obi in close contest to win Lagos #NigeriaDecides2023

The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Tinubu, has pulled ahead in the presidential election in Lagos state by a razor-thin margin. With 11 of the 18 LGAs reporting results, he is in the lead, with Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) candidate, in hot pursuit. So far, Obi has been victorious in all seven... Read More

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September 27, 2017

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[The Alausa Blog]: There’s a new 20-feet statue of Pa Obafemi Awolowo in Lagos (PHOTOS)

A new statue of late nationalist and statesman, Obafemi Awolowo now sits on the LTV junction on Lateef Jakande Road, Ikeja. The 20-feet statue was unveiled by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday and he was joined by members of the Awolowo family including Dolapo Osinbajo, wife of Nigeria’s Vice President and Dr Tokunbo Dosunmu, daughter... Read More

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August 10, 2017

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Just In: Kidnappers’ hideout discovered near Ikeja

A suspected hideout of a kidnap gang has been discovered at the Ile-Zik, close to Ikeja, Lagos state. According to reports, security operatives found human parts concealed in some sachets. Reports state that a hawker who fell into the hands of the gang raised the alarm after managing to escape. The hideout was invaded shortly... Read More

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July 24, 2017

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Opinion: LG Poll – Hope, hopelessness and the way forward

by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour APC – 6,191 PDP -990 KOWA-696 ACCORD-338 AD-70 HOPE First I must thank the 696 people that came out to vote for me under the rain despite the floods and REFUSED TO SELL THEIR VOTES (special shout out to WEMABOD estate) I thank my friends and family for their overwhelming support …The... Read More

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April 26, 2017

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Lagos govt set to relocate Computer Village from Ikeja

The Lagos state government has said it would soon relocate the popular Computer Village from Ikeja, before the end of 2017. The state commissioner for physical planning and urban development, Wasiu Anifowose said on Tuesday that the relocation would reduce gridlock. Anifowose spoke at the 2017 ministerial press briefing in Alausa, Ikeja. “If at the... Read More

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December 16, 2016

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In 6 photos from GRA Ikeja, this is Nigeria’s economy under Buhari

This is one street, Isaac John, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. Popular for fast food and elite restaurants. Barcelos used to be here until this year. Chicken Republic used to be here until last year. KFC used to be here until this year. All gone, under one government. Who’s next?

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July 21, 2016

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If you visit Alade Market in Ikeja often, you should see this (PHOTOS)

Pictures really do speak a thousand words. The popular Alade Market in Allen, Ikeja is relocating and YNaija got it in pictures! The Market is relocating from Allen in Ikeja to Awolowo Way in the same Ikeja.

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July 3, 2016

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Soldiers, Police invade Ikeja computer village over bomb threat

Over 100 soldiers and police officers were deployed to secure the Computer Village area of Ikeja following an alleged plan to bomb the area uncovered by the Department of State Services (DSS). On Friday, the DSS had said, “Sequel to increasing threat posed to public peace by the activities of the Independent People of Biafra, this... Read More

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June 2, 2016

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#PNEA2016: Prestige Nigeria Education Awards to reward excellence in education this July

The team leader, Mr. Debo Olowu, of the Prestige Nigeria Education Awards (PNEA) 2016 officially announced the date and venue for her inaugural edition. Although it has been a while coming, it got people sitting on the edge awaiting the announcement of the deserving winners of various categories lined up for the awards as the... Read More

‘No resolution’ between Ikeja DISCO and residents of Araromi/Mende

Residents of Mende/Araromi area of Lagos, unable to stomach their incessant exorbitant electricity bills, engaged, confronted and protested against the Ikeja Electricity Distribution (Ikeja DISCO) Company. The residents complained that they barely get 9 hours of electricity in a month but the attendant bill the Disco presents is usually in tens of thousands. Frustrated by the excessive charges... Read More

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May 27, 2016

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Korede Bello leads children to Ikeja for ‘Strap that Child Now’ awareness

The children of today are the future of tomorrow and should by all means be protected and kept alive. The Strap and Safe Child Foundation went on an awareness rally to remind people that the safety of children is paramount especially when they are in a moving vehicle. The aim of the foundation is to... Read More

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May 27, 2016

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This is how Oshodi kids celebrated Children’s Day (PHOTOS)

For Nigerian kids, Children’s Day is like Christmas Day. The young at heart in Nigeria partake in a series of activities on May 27 and one of such recreational areas visited by children – is the Oshodi Recreational Park in Lagos state. See pictures below. Photography by Hycienth Iyereosa

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May 19, 2016

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Woman tries to jump off Third Mainland Bridge with 12 month old baby

A nursing mother and mother of four identified as Halimat Adegoke almost jumped over the Third Mainland bridge to her death with her 12 months old baby yesterday evening but for the intervention of men of the Rapid Response Squad (RSS). A vigilant cab driver had noticed the strange behavior of the woman and alerted the... Read More

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August 21, 2015

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100 job seekers march to Ambode’s doorstep (PHOTOS)

100 job seekers within the Lagos metropolis, embarked on a peace match on Thursday, August 20. The unemployed graduates marched in protest of their lack of gainful or any form of employment. The job seekers took their protest to the front-door of the Lagos state government, at the Government House, in Ikeja. See photos below... Read More

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December 30, 2014

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Mechanic stabs man for ‘pinging’ while driving (PICTURED)

by Anike Jacobs For the records, never ping while driving with your mechanic by your side. A 34 year old Lagosian, Julius Joseph, recently got stabbed by his mechanic, Olajide Olaniran for pinging on the road while driving in the Ijaiye area of Lagos State. Punch newspaper reports that Joseph was returning from a bank... Read More

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December 17, 2014

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No lights: What’s going on with the long power cuts in Lagos?

by Adedayo Ademuwagun Electricity supply has dwindled in Lagos lately, and as a result, residents in some parts of the city have been experiencing severe power cuts over the last one month. “We’ve been experiencing frequent power outage in my neighbourhood for some time now,” says Antonia who lives in Ogba. “Supply was a lot... Read More

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November 29, 2014

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Reminisce and Skales to headline Johnnie Walker’s black podium @ Rhapsody’s today…

by Damilola Jagun Nigerian hip hop stars Reminisce and Skales are set to provide the soundtrack to a great night when they perform at the Johnnie Walker Black Podium Event on Saturday night at Rhapsody’s (Shoprite, Ikeja, Lagos) from 10pm on. Inspired by the bold flavors of Johnnie Walker Black Label, Black Podium is... Read More

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November 19, 2014

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Earth tremor felt in Lagos

by Anike Jacobs Lagosians who reside around the Obafemi Awolowo Road in the Ikeja area of the city experienced an involuntary quivering movement in the ground this morning. Some eye witnesses who took to social media platform, Twitter, to narrate their experience, claimed the tremor occurred around 1130. One of the witnesses with Twitter handle,... Read More

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November 18, 2014

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Haven’t been following the Synagogue inquest? Read all the highlights here

by Adedayo Ademuwagun It’s now two months since the Synagogue church building crashed and one month since the coroner’s inquest started. So how’s the inquest coming along? The inquest has been happening at the Lagos High Court in Ikeja. It’s an inquiry into the manner and cause of the building crash, and it’s headed by... Read More

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October 21, 2014

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Is 2face building third ‘Rumors’ nightclub on the Island?

by Kolapo Olapoju Unconfirmed reports say that pop icon, 2face Idibia is working on the third franchise of his nightclub, ‘Rumors’. The new project, which is being built on the Island is believed to be worth over N400m naira and could be opened sometime between the end of this year and early next year. In 2012, he acquired... Read More

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October 21, 2014

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Oritsefemi splashes N224 million on Lekki home and Range Rover Evoque (PHOTOS)

by Kolapo Olapoju Double Wahala singer, Oritsefemi is moving up the world at an organic pace. From his humble abode in Ajegunle to a rented apartment in Ikeja, the singer has stepped up, by acquiring a duplex on the island. Oritsefemi has packed into a duplex in Lekki Phase 1, valued at N200m, while also acquiring... Read More

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October 21, 2014

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University girls make N150k per week in my club – Strip club boss offers good employment

by Kolapo Olapoju The owner of Cave night club in Ikeja, Dr. Shina Eddo says the strip club business is very lucrative, and the female undergraduates who work as strippers in his club make more in a week than degree holders make in a month. In a recent interview with iCampus’ Samuel Olatunji, the strip... Read More

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October 6, 2014

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T.B. Joshua shares money to South African victims’ family as ‘building collapse’ inquest looms

by Kolapo Olapoju Following the guest house building collapse in his church premises on 12 September, Temitope Balogun Joshua, the General Overseer of the Synagogue Church of All of Nations (SCOAN) has sent money and other items to the families of the 84 South African victims killed in the tragedy. On Sunday, 5 October, South... Read More

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October 3, 2014

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Okada riders are making a gradual return to the roads of Lagos

by Isi Esene The ban on the movement of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, seems to have been relaxed by the Lagos State Government, going by the sheer number of motorcyclists on major highways. In areas like Ikeja, Surulere, Ketu, and some parts of Lagos Island, commercial motorcycles can be often seen plying their... Read More

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September 22, 2014

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Female arms dealer nabbed by SARS operatives (PICTURED)

by Azubuike Azikiwe A 34-year-old female gun-runner has been arrested by operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad for selling guns to armed robbers. A SARS team from Ikeja, Lagos, apprehended Sarah Emmanuel, the wife of a deceased notorious armed robber, who used to hawk wares before venturing into the illegal supply of arms to criminals. Sarah,... Read More

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September 3, 2014

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Are you thinking ‘pink lips’? This is how to get it done in Lagos, or not…..

by Kolapo Olapoju ‘Fine boy, come do pink Lips’! ‘Guy how far, you want pink lips’! If you’ve ever walked past the Allen end of Ikeja Bus stop, you’ll probably hear the calls being addressed to you or someone around you. Don’t be bemused, those fellas are simply trying to eke out a living.... Read More

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September 2, 2014

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Ebola: Panic in LUTH as patient dies mysteriously

by Isi Esene There was panic among patients and medical personnel working at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) as a yet to be identified patient suspected to be infected with the Ebola virus died in the early hours of today. The patient was brought to the hospital by medical staff working at the Murtala... Read More

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September 1, 2014

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Aww, how romantic: Guys, this is how to propose to a lady (See photos)

by Akan Ido With more men choosing to propose to their girlfriends in public, it appears the ‘old school’ notion of doing it the African way doesn’t just cut it anymore. A love-struck young man went on one knee yesterday to propose to his girlfriend at the Ikeja City Mall drawing attention from shoppers who... Read More

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[The Alausa Blog]: There’s a new 20-feet statue of Pa Obafemi Awolowo in Lagos (PHOTOS)

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Opinion: LG Poll – Hope, hopelessness and the way forward

Lagos govt set to relocate Computer Village from Ikeja

In 6 photos from GRA Ikeja, this is Nigeria’s economy under Buhari

If you visit Alade Market in Ikeja often, you should see this (PHOTOS)

Soldiers, Police invade Ikeja computer village over bomb threat

#PNEA2016: Prestige Nigeria Education Awards to reward excellence in education this July

‘No resolution’ between Ikeja DISCO and residents of Araromi/Mende

Korede Bello leads children to Ikeja for ‘Strap that Child Now’ awareness

This is how Oshodi kids celebrated Children’s Day (PHOTOS)

Woman tries to jump off Third Mainland Bridge with 12 month old baby

100 job seekers march to Ambode’s doorstep (PHOTOS)

Mechanic stabs man for ‘pinging’ while driving (PICTURED)

No lights: What’s going on with the long power cuts in Lagos?

Reminisce and Skales to headline Johnnie Walker’s black podium @ Rhapsody’s today…

Earth tremor felt in Lagos

Haven’t been following the Synagogue inquest? Read all the highlights here

Is 2face building third ‘Rumors’ nightclub on the Island?

Oritsefemi splashes N224 million on Lekki home and Range Rover Evoque (PHOTOS)

University girls make N150k per week in my club – Strip club boss offers good employment

T.B. Joshua shares money to South African victims’ family as ‘building collapse’ inquest looms

Okada riders are making a gradual return to the roads of Lagos

Female arms dealer nabbed by SARS operatives (PICTURED)

Are you thinking ‘pink lips’? This is how to get it done in Lagos, or not…..

Ebola: Panic in LUTH as patient dies mysteriously

Aww, how romantic: Guys, this is how to propose to a lady (See photos)

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