Lagos news live

Here are some of the latest news updates from Lagos, Nigeria:

Breaking News

• Lagos State Government has announced the reopening of the Third Mainland Bridge to traffic after a 6-month closure for repairs. [Source: Punch]
• The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with the recent cult clashes in the state. [Source: Vanguard]

Top Stories

• The Lagos State Government has launched a new initiative to provide free medical care to residents of the state. The initiative, called "Lagos Cares", aims to provide free medical treatment to residents who cannot afford it. [Source: ThisDay]
• The Federal Government has approved the construction of a new international airport in Lagos. The airport, which is expected to be completed in 2025, will be built on a 1,000-hectare land in the Epe area of Lagos. [Source: The Nation]

Business News

• The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called on the Federal Government to reduce the cost of doing business in the country. The LCCI said that the high cost of doing business was affecting the growth of businesses in the country. [Source: BusinessDay]
• The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has announced that the total value of shares traded on the exchange rose by 1.34% in the first quarter of the year. [Source: NSE]

Sports News

• The Lagos State Government has announced that it will be hosting the 2023 African Beach Games in the state. The games, which will be held in November, will feature athletes from across Africa competing in beach sports such as beach volleyball, beach soccer, and surfing. [Source: Punch]
• The Lagos State Football Association has announced that it will be hosting the 2023 Lagos International Football Tournament. The tournament, which will be held in August, will feature teams from across the world competing in a series of matches. [Source: Vanguard]

Entertainment News

• The Lagos State Government has announced that it will be hosting the 2023 Lagos International Jazz Festival. The festival, which will be held in July, will feature jazz musicians from across the world performing at various venues across the state. [Source: ThisDay]
• The Nigerian music industry has lost one of its pioneers, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 58. Fela was a legendary musician and activist who was known for his unique blend of Afrobeat and jazz music. [Source: Vanguard]