Lagos news today

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. The bridge was closed in April 2020 for a major rehabilitation project. (Source: Vanguard News)
• The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 15 suspected cultists in the Ikorodu area of the state. The suspects were arrested during a raid on a suspected cult hideout. (Source: Punch News)

Business and Economy

• The Lagos State Government has launched a new initiative to promote local businesses and reduce reliance on foreign goods. The initiative, called "Buy Lagos, Buy Nigeria," aims to encourage residents to patronize local businesses and products. (Source: ThisDay Live)
• The Federal Government has approved a new policy to promote the development of the Lagos Free Trade Zone. The policy aims to attract more investments to the zone and create jobs for Nigerians. (Source: The Nation)

Health

• The Lagos State Government has announced that it has recorded 10 new cases of COVID-19 in the state. The state has a total of 12,000 confirmed cases of the virus. (Source: Premium Times)
• The Lagos State Ministry of Health has launched a new campaign to promote the use of face masks in public places. The campaign aims to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the state. (Source: Leadership News)

Politics

• The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that the state will be hosting the 2023 National Conference of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The conference is expected to attract thousands of delegates from across the country. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Lagos State House of Assembly has passed a bill to establish a new university in the state. The university, which will be located in the Epe area of the state, is expected to provide higher education opportunities for residents of the state. (Source: Daily Trust)

Sports

• The Lagos State Government has announced that it will be hosting the 2023 African Beach Soccer Cup of Nations. The tournament is expected to attract teams from across the continent. (Source: Goal.com)
• The Lagos State Football Association has announced that it will be launching a new football league in the state. The league, which will feature teams from across the state, is expected to promote grassroots football in Lagos. (Source: Punch Sports)

These are just a few of the latest news updates from Lagos, Nigeria.