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Olabode Agoro: A Leader in Lagos Civil Service
Shuaheeb Olabode "Bode" Agoro is a distinguished Nigerian lawyer and civil servant who serves as the 22nd Head of Service (HoS) of Lagos State, a position he assumed on September 30, 2023. His appointment by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu underscored a commitment to placing seasoned, reform-minded professionals at the helm of the state's bureaucracy. As the HoS, Agoro is the administrative head of the state civil service, responsible for its overall management, including staff w
Barr. Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin – Seasoned Administrator and Lagos State SSG
Barrister Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin is a highly experienced legal practitioner and public servant currently holding the influential office of Secretary to the State Government (SSG)Â in Lagos State, Nigeria. Her appointment to this key role was made by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as part of his initial set of appointments for his second term, taking effect from June 8, 2023. She took over the position from the former SSG, Sherifat Folashade Jaji. The SSG is a critical administrat
Tajudeen Owoyemi: Entrepreneur and Hospitality Mogul
Tajudeen Salawudeen Owoyemi is a prominent Nigerian business magnate, civil engineer, and respected community leader, best known as the founder and Chairman of Avalon International Limited, a company with significant interests in hospitality, property, and construction. Born in Offa, Kwara State, in 1956, Owoyemi's life journey is frequently cited as a remarkable story of entrepreneurial perseverance. He combines a foundational background in engineering with a sharp acumen fo
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LASG News Today : Deputy Governor Celebrates Community Resilience at 2025 Grand Finale
Today's News Highlight : The Lagos State Government, through Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, who represented Governor Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu, concluded the 2025 Annual Community Celebration at the Police College Parade Ground in Ikeja, affirming the administration's robust commitment to grassroots governance and community empowerment. The event was held to celebrate and acknowledge the immense resilience and vital contributions of the state's numerous Community Devel
Deputy Governor Celebrates Annual Community Resilience at 2025 Grand Finale
The Lagos State Government concluded the 2025 Annual Community Celebration with a grand finale event at the Police College Parade Ground in Ikeja. The event saw the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, representing the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu, who used the occasion to reaffirm the administration’s dedication to grassroots governance and community empowerment. The annual celebration honours the contributions and resilience of the numerous Commu
LASG Bolsters Health Data Management with DHIS2 Digitisation Training
The Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB), with crucial support from the IMPACT Project, successfully completed a comprehensive two-day capacity-building training on the District Health Information System (DHIS2). This initiative is a core part of the state and national efforts to enhance health information systems by digitising data management processes. The training, which ran between November 24th and November 28th, 2025, focused on equipping Health Information Of
Navigating the Markets of Lagos Island and Balogun
To step into the markets of Lagos Island specifically the labyrinthine expanse of Balogun Market is to step into the beating heart of West African commerce. It is a sensory overload: a cacophony of hawkers' cries, the insistent blare of horns, the scent of fresh fabrics mingling with sweat and diesel. Here, in the sprawling alleyways and beneath precarious storefronts, flows the lifeblood of Nigeria’s informal economy, a system so complex and resilient that it simultaneousl
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Lagos: Africa's Silicon Lagoon – The Tech Startup Ecosystem Uncovered
Lagos, Nigeria’s economic heartbeat, has earned the moniker "Africa's Silicon Lagoon," a title that reflects the astonishing growth and dynamism of its technology startup ecosystem over the past decade. This meteoric rise has positioned the city as the continent's most critical hub for innovation, attracting billions in venture capital and fostering a generation of world-class entrepreneurs. The ecosystem’s strength lies not just in its sheer volume of activity but in its abi
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Navigating Tax Laws as a Lagos Entrepreneur
Running a business in Lagos can be exciting and rewarding, but navigating the tax landscape is one of the most important responsibilities every entrepreneur must master. As Nigeria’s commercial capital, Lagos has an advanced taxation structure designed to support development, drive accountability, and regulate business operations. However, many entrepreneurs especially new or small-scale founders often struggle to understand what taxes apply to them, how to file correctly, an
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Beyond the Gates: The Security and Cost of Serviced Apartments in Lagos
The serviced apartment market in Lagos has exploded, driven by a growing class of long-term expatriates, business professionals, and tourists seeking a balance between the luxury of a hotel and the autonomy of a private residence. Situated largely within high-brow areas like Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and Lekki Phase 1, these apartments offer fully furnished spaces, equipped kitchens, and the crucial benefit of integrated services like housekeeping, maintenance, and power manage
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Coping with Flooding: Architectural Solutions for Coastal Lagos Properties
Lagos, Nigeria's economic heart, is inextricably linked to water. Built on a series of islands and low-lying coastal plains, the mega-city faces an escalating, existential threat: flooding . Driven by a combination of factors rising sea levels due to climate change, increased intensity of seasonal rainfall, and poor urban planning coastal properties are constantly battling water intrusion. For architects and developers, the challenge is no longer about preventing flooding ent
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Ibeju-Lekki: Unlocking the Value of Lagos's Fastest-Developing Corridor
​Ibeju-Lekki, often referred to as "The New Lagos," represents the most ambitious and transformative infrastructural development corridor in Nigeria. Located east of the established Lekki Peninsula, this vast expanse of land is currently undergoing an accelerated metamorphosis, moving from sparsely populated coastal villages to a global economic hub driven by colossal, multi-billion dollar projects. The investment pouring into this region is not merely about expanding Lagos;
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