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October 20, 2017

So you think you know Lagos VI: Fetish sacrifices in Ikorodu and the real hustlers of Mile 12

“See that one” he said, nudging me with his elbow. He was using his eyes, to avoid drawing attention as he discreetly pointed at two brown earthenware bowls sitting next to an electric pole standing on one side of a four-street intersection at Igbogbo, Ikorodu. The bowls were half-filled with water and had kola nuts sitting... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 19, 2017

Lagos Attorney-General files for discontinuance in $8.8m fraud case against British citizen

The Lagos State Attorney-General, Honourable Adeniji Kazeem has, midway through a corruption case against Deepak Khilnani, filed a Notice of Discontinuance (known in legal parlance as Nolle prosequi), which has caused many Nigerians, including lawyers and workers of the affected company, to protest his action. The matter is being heard in Court 8 of the... Read More
The News Blog
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October 19, 2017

Music Takeover! Heineken unveils Jidenna as host of Heineken’s Live Your Music parties in Abuja and Lagos

International premium beer brand, Heineken has unveiled Nigerian-American artiste, Jidenna as host of the 2017 Live Your Music parties set to hold in Abuja and Lagos on 27th and 28th October respectively. This was announced by Franco Maria Maggi, the Marketing Director, Nigerian Breweries Plc, at a press cocktail event for the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week (HLFDW) on Friday, 13 October,... Read More
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October 19, 2017

So you think you know Lagos III: How demolition and eviction by LASG is tearing families apart, disrupting education

It was Philomena Aya’s hands that conceived and birthed Daniel. It was the same hands that buried him 25 years later after a bullet pierced his throat, sniffing life out of him, putting him in past tense without ceremony. When Aya speaks of her son’s death, it is easy to see that the pain is... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 18, 2017

So you think you know Lagos II: “Any way na way; any hustle na hustle” – The nightlife of Opebi-Allen and Fela Shrine

At 8pm every Friday, Mutari, a tall slim Hausa-Fulani man, arrives at Opebi-Allen roundabout, Ikeja, at the intersection with Toyin Street, directly behind the garden at Allen-Opebi roundabout. He sets up his stand, putting noodles and all his ingredients on display. From 8pm till 6am, the next morning, Mutari will sell instant noodles, cooked with... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 18, 2017

So you think you know Lagos I: The hidden jewels of Isheri, renovated Berger and the faces of Agege

If football and other sporting events unite Nigerians, then Agege bread unites Lagosians regardless of socio-economic class and/or education. On their taste buds, Lagos residents carry an agreement (call it an identifier, if you want), that this bread, made from places only a few know of, is one of the quintessential representations of the state,... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 18, 2017

Editor’s Note: YNaija presents Lagos like you’ve never seen it

Today, YNaija begins an 11-part citizenship series on Lagos, popularly dubbed, “the city that doesn’t sleep“. Known for its welcoming aura and constant vibe, Lagos is home to all. From the street urchin to the upwardly mobile youth; to the politician and the businessmen, the state accommodates every cadre and strata of society. In our usual manner... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 15, 2017

Army launches Operation Crocodile Smile in Lagos

Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai on Friday launched Operation Crocodile Smile, a military exercise, at Takwa Bay Island in Lagos state. Background: The army had launched Operation Python Dance in the South-East to combat crimes especially kidnappings. It also launched Operation Crocodile Smile II in the Niger Delta. What is happening: Buratai said the launch... Read More
The News Blog
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October 4, 2017

GTBank Fashion Weekend vendors’ registration now open

Are you a fashion entrepreneur? Do you make or sell quality clothes and accessories? Do you want to showcase your products at the upcoming GTBank Fashion Weekend? If yes, then this is for you. The GTBank Fashion Weekend, which is aimed at promoting enterprise is calling for fashion entrepreneurs who would like to make massive sales... Read More
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October 4, 2017

TOG media partners with FRSC to host Road Safety Forum in Lagos

After successfully hosting the SAFECROSS event in May 2017 (an awareness on pedestrian crossing), Road Safety Activist and Executive Director of TOG Media Chuks Anyaduba partners with THE GOODFATHERS FOUNDATION & FRSC Lagos to launch the ROADSAFETY FORUM which is the first of its kind in Nigeria. This is a panel discussion where stakeholders sensitise... Read More
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October 1, 2017

Ooni of Ife officially declares YES2017 open

The Youth Empowerment Summit 2017 (YES2017) South-West Lagos which held 28th September, 2017 at the Banquet Hall, National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos was certainly a success, with multitudes of delegates in attendance across the entire South-West region of Nigeria with more than 10 high profile speakers. At the event, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Art X Lagos announces participating exhibitors, artistes, and more for its 2017 edition

ART X Lagos on Thursday unveiled the 13 leading international art galleries selected for its 2017 edition. The art fair will feature over 60 artists from 14 countries across Africa and the Diaspora. In only its 2nd year, ART X Lagos has already emerged as the premier international art fair in West Africa. With the success of its 2016 maiden edition, which drew an audience of over 5,000 people, this year’s edition promises to be even... Read More
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September 27, 2017

[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
The Alausa Blog
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September 22, 2017

Get ready! “33” Export is back in Lagos this weekend with its friendship parties

The Friendship Party, hosted by “33” Export Lager Beer, is set to hold in the Epe and Surulere axis of Lagos on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday, 24th of September respectively. This follows the success of the recently held parties in Abia, Uyo and Onitsha. Within the past few months, consumers and lovers of the No. 1 Friendship Beer have been treated to unforgettable fun experiences by the brand through the ‘City of Friends’ event held in... Read More
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September 21, 2017

Lagos Police demolish 5 shrines in Ikorodu

The Lagos State Police Command has discovered and destroyed shrines used by kidnappers and ritualists in the Ikorodu area of the state. Lagos Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgal led a team of policemen to demolish five shrines and rescue captives. Confirming the incident, the State Police Public Relations Officer [PPRO], ASP Olarinde Famous-Cole said a native doctor... Read More
The News Blog
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September 16, 2017

Lagos Comic Con (LCC); the 6Th Edition promises to be exciting more than ever!

It is here again! The biggest geek event in Africa! Lagos Comic Convention is a platform that explores and exhibits the progressions of Africans doing African based creative contents both locally and internationally, in comics publishing, animations and films. Beyond this, the Lagos based convention has increasingly fostered networking amongst content providers and has bridged... Read More
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September 15, 2017

Police arrest Alsatian dog for alleged robbery in Lagos

Operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, Lagos State Police Command have arrested Bullet, an Alsatian dog for alleged robbery in the Ladipo, Oshodi area of the state. The state Commissioner of Police, Edgal Imohimi paraded the dog at the command headquarters in Ikeja on Thursday. Inohimi said two other robbery suspects, Odunade Olajide and Adeniyi... Read More
The News Blog
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September 14, 2017

[The Alausa Blog] Tinubu is technically still the governor of Lagos state and here’s proof

Okay! Okay!! No need for palpitations yet. Of course, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu is not the governor of Lagos state although he still sits on his exalted throne from where he runs the puppet show as Jagaban. So while Governor Ambode received the smart 16-year-old, Miss Zuffon Bukola who won the Lagos Spelling Bee competition to... Read More
The Alausa Blog
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September 5, 2017

[The Alausa Blog]: Gov. Ambode meets new Commissioner of Police, Imohimi Edgar (PHOTOS)

Lagos state’s newly appointed Commissioner of Police, Edgar Imohimi today met with Governor Akinwunmi Ambode at the Lagos House, Ikeja. The new CP who was appointed by Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris was received by the governor alongside the outgoing commissioner, Fatai Owoseni. In a series of tweets, the Governor iterated his support for... Read More
The Alausa Blog
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September 5, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Lagos waterfront communities in the eye of the storm

In Lagos, waterfront communities were the earliest form of habitation for Lagosians centuries, a situation which exists till date. The community is majorly made up of fishermen due to their closeness with the Atlantic Ocean. Some build their houses on water and others alongside the water. Waterfront communities in Lagos are found across all major... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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August 31, 2017

[The Alausa Blog] Fatai Owoseni or Edgar Imohimi: Who exactly is the Police Commissioner in Lagos?

On Tuesday, news sites across the state reported the appointment of a new Commissioner of Police as directed by the Inspector General, Ibrahim Idris. We were introduced to Edgar Imohimi, who previously served as Deputy Commissioner of Police, in charge of operations in the state. It was also reported that Fatai Owoseni who “previously” led... Read More
The Alausa Blog
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