Lagos Targets 3,000MW Electricity Supply by March 2027: What Residents and Businesses Should Know 

The Insights 12 October 2026

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Photo: LASG The Lagos State Government plans to increase electricity supply to more than 3,000 megawatts (MW) by March 2027, up from less than 1,000MW currently. The initiative aims to reduce blackouts, support businesses, and create a 24-hour economy.

Lagos Health Insurance Now Mandatory: How Residents Can Get Ilera Eko for ₦15,000 a Year 

The Insights 28 September 2026

Residents of Lagos State are expected to have health insurance coverage, with the Lagos State Government reiterating that enrolment in the state’s social health insurance scheme, Ilera Eko, is mandatory for residents.  The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) administers the scheme, which is designed to reduce the amount residents have to pay directly when

Lagos Skills Training Programme 2026: How 1,200 Artisans Can Get Free Training, Working Tools and Grow Their Businesses

The Insights 27 July 2026

The Lagos State Government has launched the 2026 Lagos Skills Training Programme, an initiative designed to equip 1,200 artisans and tradesmen with modern technical and entrepreneurial skills over an eight-week period.  Organised by the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, the programme will not only provide free practical

FG Donates Life Jackets to Boost Safety on Lagos Waterways 

The Insights 29 May 2025

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola  In a bid to improve safety on Nigeria’s waterways, the Federal Government has donated life jackets to the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA). The event took place on Wednesday at the LASWA headquarters located at the Five Cowries Terminal in Lagos.  The donation, presented by the Minister […]

Lagos to Enforce Ban on Single-Use Plastics Starting July 1, 2025 

The Insights 19 May 2025

Plastic pollution Lagos  The Lagos State Government has announced that it will commence full enforcement of the ban on Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) across the state beginning July 1, 2025. This initiative is part of the state’s broader commitment to sustainable environmental practices and aims to mitigate pollution, safeguard public health, and preserve ecosystems.

Lagos Partners with Banks to Empower 10,000 MSMEs with Loans Up to N10m 

The Insights 8 May 2025

The Lagos State Government has launched a new initiative to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with access to affordable funding. In partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI) and Sterling Bank, the state introduced the Lagos State–BOI–Sterling Bank MSME Access to Finance Scheme, also known as LASMECO.  This scheme will give MSMEs access […]

Ilera Eko: Affordable Healthcare for Lagos Residents 

The Insights 8 April 2025

Ilera Eko is a Lagos State health insurance scheme designed to make quality healthcare accessible and affordable to all residents of the state. It is run by the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) and targets everyone — including informal workers, artisans, students, families, and even private sector employees.  The aim is simple: to reduce […]

Kate Henshaw Advocates for Women’s Safety and Self-Defense Training 

The Insights 5 March 2025

Kate Henshaw Renowned Nigerian actress, Kate Henshaw, has urged women to prioritize their safety by taking self-defense classes to protect themselves from domestic violence and gender-based attacks.  The Need for Self-Defense Training  In a recent interview, Henshaw emphasized the importance of self-defense for women, who are often the primary victims of domestic

Lagos Announces 8-Week Traffic Diversion for Eko Bridge Repairs 

The Insights 13 September 2024

The Lagos State Government has announced an 8-week traffic diversion to allow emergency repairs on the Eko Bridge, starting from Monday, September 16, 2024. This repair work is being handled by the Federal Ministry of Works.  Phases of the Repairs  According to the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the repairs will be carried […]