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The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA), in collaboration with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), is set to convene a landmark Joint Stakeholder Engagement aimed at addressing issues of price opacity, inadequate product labelling, and non-compliance with return and refund policies in the marketplace. The General Manager/Chief Executive Officer of LASCOPA, Afolabi Solebo, announced the initiative recently at the Agency’s headquarters in Ikeja, describing it as the first stakeholder engagement of its kind under the collaborative framework established between both consumer protection agencies. The engagement, themed “Price Tagging, Minimum Labelling Requirements and Return/Refund: The Implications of Non-Regulatory…

The Federal Government has properly profiled the 40 newly unveiled Coastal Road Guards, documented their guarantors and installed trackers on their motorcycles to ensure the equipment was used strictly for official assignments. Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi Dare, who said this during the inauguration of the guards stated that their deployment was to protect the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway from vandalism and other unlawful activities. He said the initiative became necessary following repeated vandalism of facilities installed on the highway. According to him, infrastructure such as manhole covers and directional signs were vandalised shortly after installation and continued…

The Lagos State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Office of Physical Planning, has inaugurated the 2026 World Habitat Day Planning Committee, charging its members to make meaningful and holistic contributions towards the successful planning and delivery of the annual global event. The inauguration ceremony, held in the Ministry’s Conference Room at Alausa, Ikeja, was presided over by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Physical Planning, Olayinka Adebayo Wasiu. In his address, the Permanent Secretary underscored the significance of World Habitat Day, which is observed globally on the first Monday of October each year to reflect on the state of…

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has unveiled a photographic chronicle titled “Against All Odds”, a photographic chronicle documenting his administration’s journey through major milestones, challenges and achievements over the past years. The book, authored by the Governor’s official photographer, Ademola Olaniran, captures key moments from Sanwo-Olu’s first term and the early years of his second term, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the EndSARS protests, infrastructure development, economic reforms and social interventions. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony attended by political leaders, traditional rulers, captains of industry and members of the diplomatic community, Governor Sanwo-Olu said the publication was unique because it…

The Lagos State Government has presented Cheques of three point one billion naira as compensation to over three hundred Beneficiaries for Lands Acquired by the State Government for Overriding Public Interest. Speaking at the presentation of cheques to over three hundred beneficiaries at Alausa, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, emphasized that the compensation was not charity, but for fairness, justice to improve public trust in government in fulfilling its obligations in line with the Land Use acts. While assuring those who are not listed in this batch of prompt payment, Governor Sanwo-Olu advised beneficiaries at the event to invest the funds judiciously…

Spain has been crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging Argentina 1-0 in Sunday’s final at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time to hand La Roja their second World Cup title, having won their first in South Africa in 2010. The final kicked off six minutes late following a pre-match entertainment show featuring singer Robbie Williams and actor Tom Cruise. Spain dominated possession from the outset, forcing Argentina to spend long periods chasing the ball. The South American champions were largely pinned back in…

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described his Deputy Chief of Staff, Samuel Egube, as a cerebral, competent, dependable allied and competent Nigerian who had displayed the highest level of professionalism both in the private and public sectors. Sanwo-Olu made the declaration at a reception organised by Urhobo and Isoko elites in Lagos to celebrate the Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor, for his contributions to governance and public service. He restated that excellence, competence and integrity not ethnic background remain the defining principles for leadership appointments in his administration. Sanwo-Olu said Egube’s appointment and continued rise in…

The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB), Doctor Ibrahim Mustafa, has commended nurses across the state’s primary healthcare system for their unwavering dedication, resilience, and invaluable contributions to improving health outcomes in Lagos State, urging them to remain committed to excellence while intentionally pursuing career and professional development.‎‎Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Nurse Leaders Retreat, themed “Restored to Lead: Strengthening Bonds, Renewing Energy,” Doctor Mustafa applauded the critical role nurse leaders continue to play in strengthening primary healthcare service delivery across the State despite the demanding nature of their responsibilities.‎‎He encouraged participants to view…

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), has restated its commitment to strengthen collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to protect railway assets, describing the nation’s railway infrastructure as critical national assets that must be safeguarded against vandalism. Its Managing Director, Doctor Kayode Opeifa, made this known during a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Olugbenga Ayodeji Abimbola, at the Command Headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan. Doctor Opeifa who was accompanied by the Commissioner of Police, Nigeria Railway Police Command, CP Lasisi Titilola, said the Corporation would continue to work closely with security agencies to…

The Lagos State Government says it is committed to protect consumers by discouraging the unlawful use of “No Return, No Refund, No Replacement” and “No Cancellation After Payment” policies by businesses operating across the State. The General Manager/Chief Executive Officer,Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency,LASCOPA, Afolabi Solebo, said while businesses had the right to establish reasonable terms and conditions, such policies cannot override the rights guaranteed to consumers under applicable consumer protection laws, particularly where goods are defective, unsafe, misrepresented, or unfit for the purpose made known to the seller before purchase. According to him, consumers deserve fair treatment and should…