Homepage Lagos from Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025

​​​​​​​Former Lagos Deputy Governor, Mr Femi Pedro, has urged residents of the state to prioritise peace and come out in large numbers to vote during the July 12 local government elections.

​​​​​​​Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has been found guilty of two federal charges related to the transportation of women for prostitution but acquitted of the more serious allegations of racketeering and sex trafficking.

U.S. President Donald Trump says Israel has agreed to the necessary conditions for a 60-day ceasefire in the Gaza war and it is now up to Hamas to accept the deal.

The Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) has urged residents to promptly report floods and other emergencies, warning that timely alerts could save lives and property.

The Lagos State Government says the first phase of the Ilubirin Foreshore Housing Project, consisting of 196 units, will be completed by December 2026.

The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it generated over ₦1.3 trillion in revenue within the first six months of 2025, crediting the achievement to increased stakeholder compliance and collaboration.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is stepping up political mobilisation efforts ahead of key elections in two states, with a major rally in Lagos and preparations for a bye-election in Oyo State.