Musicians and performers from west Africa are to embark on a six-month tour of key cities in Nigeria to entertain young Nigerians and foster talent. “Rock ‘n’ Rule” is sponsored by local telecommunications company Globacom and follows a similar initiative involving...

Commuters in Lagos can breathe a sigh of relief – at least for the time being – following the reopening of the Third Mainland Bridge following much-needed repairs. The 11.8 km bridge connecting the mainland to Lagos Island was partially shut...

The tenth edition of the annual Lagos Book and Art Festival (LABAF) takes place from 7-9 November with the theme “Literacy and the Global Knowledge Society”. Highlights include a conversation between William Mervin Gumede, author of “Thabo Mbeki and The Battle...

Lagos state government has announced plans to roll out a fleet of 200 taxis in the metropolis. The new service, which will complement the existing commercial taxi system, is being offered in partnership with Corporate Cab Services Limited, a private company....

Nigeria’s Sterling Bank has donated 4,000 raincoats to the Lagos State Transport Management Authority (LASTMA) in recognition of the role played by its traffic officers in directing traffic in the metropolis especially during the rainy season. Sources at the bank said...

Lagos state government has launched a street soccer championship to identify new talent and give young footballers a chance to emerge. The knock-out tournament will run from February through November 2008 and will take place across all 57 local government areas...