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Nigeria's First AI Data Center Campus Rises in Lagos
InnovationFeb 5

Nigeria's First AI Data Center Campus Rises in Lagos

In Lagos, a 42-hectare tech campus is being built to power Nigeria's AI future with 100 megawatts of capacity. The $250 million Kasi Cloud facility opens this spring, designed from day one for the massive computing demands of artificial intelligence.

TechCabal3 min read
Nigeria Rebuilds 60-Year-Old Carter Bridge in Lagos
Planet WinsMay 6

Nigeria Rebuilds 60-Year-Old Carter Bridge in Lagos

Nigeria just launched a major rebuild of Lagos's historic Carter Bridge, bringing modern cable-stayed design to a crossing that's served millions for six decades. Work starts immediately with a promise to finish in three years.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria: Rotary Builds Mental Health Facility in Lagos
Acts of KindnessJul 4

Nigeria: Rotary Builds Mental Health Facility in Lagos

Two Rotary districts in Nigeria are launching major healthcare and education projects worth over $2 million, including a 60-bed mental health facility and an eye hospital. The initiatives will reach underserved communities across Lagos and Ogun states with medical care, education support, and disability services.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
Nigeria Launches First AI-Ready Data Center in Lagos
InnovationMay 22

Nigeria Launches First AI-Ready Data Center in Lagos

Nigeria just switched on West Africa's first hyperscale data center built specifically for artificial intelligence, potentially reshaping how the continent competes in the global tech economy. The $250 million facility in Lagos could keep African digital innovation on African soil.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read
Sporting Lagos Wins Promotion to Nigeria's Top League
SportsApr 16

Sporting Lagos Wins Promotion to Nigeria's Top League

After two seasons in the second division, Sporting Lagos has earned their spot back in Nigeria's Premier Football League. The club's 1-0 victory over Osun United on Thursday sealed their return to top-flight football.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Lagos Launches Nigeria's First Games for Teen Athletes
SportsMar 24

Lagos Launches Nigeria's First Games for Teen Athletes

Nigeria is bridging a critical gap in youth sports with the National Intermediate Games 2026, designed specifically for athletes aged 16 to 19. Lagos will host the inaugural tournament, bringing together talented young competitors from all 36 states.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Lagos Wellness Forum Funds Nigeria's Health Entrepreneurs
Community HeroesMar 31

Lagos Wellness Forum Funds Nigeria's Health Entrepreneurs

Fifty wellness entrepreneurs gathered in Lagos for Nigeria's first Wellness Impact Forum, where seven received funding and professional support to transform passion projects into sustainable businesses. Founder Tolu Eletu is building structure and credibility for an industry ready to go global.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria Wins Bronze as Goldberg Unites Fans in Lagos
SportsJan 18

Nigeria Wins Bronze as Goldberg Unites Fans in Lagos

Nigeria's Super Eagles secured third place at AFCON with a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt, sparking celebrations at a packed Lagos viewing party. Goldberg Lager brought together thousands of fans for an unforgettable night of football, music, and national pride.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's Adeleye Rallies to Win Davis Cup Match in Lagos
SportsFeb 8

Nigeria's Adeleye Rallies to Win Davis Cup Match in Lagos

Nigeria's top tennis player Daniel Adeleye fought back from a set down to defeat Uzbekistan's Abdulaziz Usmonjonov 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 at the Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs in Lagos. The home crowd erupted as their number one player delivered a clutch performance when his team needed it most.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Opens This May
SolutionsFeb 22

Nigeria's Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Opens This May

A massive coastal highway connecting Lagos to southern Nigeria is set to open in May after conquering engineering challenges that included soil pits deeper than a six-story building. The 700-kilometer project promises seamless travel through regions that have long needed better connections.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Lagos Governor's 40-Year Legacy Still Inspires Nigeria
Community HeroesFeb 11

Lagos Governor's 40-Year Legacy Still Inspires Nigeria

Five years after his death, Nigeria's Lateef Jakande remains a model of servant leadership that put ordinary people first. His people-focused governance from 1979-1983 set a standard that politicians still can't match.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Lagos Stage Play Honors Nigeria's Fearless Drug Safety Hero
Community HeroesApr 8

Lagos Stage Play Honors Nigeria's Fearless Drug Safety Hero

A powerful theatrical tribute in Lagos celebrates Professor Dora Akunyili, whose courage transformed Nigeria's fight against fake drugs and inspired a generation of women leaders.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read
Mexico Opens First Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria
Global NewsMar 11

Mexico Opens First Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria

Nigeria's business capital now has a direct diplomatic link to Mexico's $1.8 trillion economy. The new consulate aims to unlock partnerships in manufacturing, energy, and tourism between Africa and Latin America.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria Clears Lagos Port Roads to Speed Up Trade
Planet WinsMay 9

Nigeria Clears Lagos Port Roads to Speed Up Trade

Nigeria is launching a major cleanup of its busiest port corridor to cut cargo delays and lower business costs. The two-day operation starts May 14 and brings together multiple agencies to tackle congestion that's been slowing down trade.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Lagos Secures 400MW to Power Up Without National Grid
InnovationApr 29

Lagos Secures 400MW to Power Up Without National Grid

Nigeria's biggest city is breaking free from constant blackouts by building its own power system. Lagos just locked in 400 megawatts of reliable electricity after the national grid kept failing millions of people.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Lagos Jumps to 70th in Global Startup Rankings
Global NewsMay 26

Lagos Jumps to 70th in Global Startup Rankings

Nigeria's tech capital Lagos has climbed into the top 70 global startup cities, growing 23% in just one year. The surge positions Africa as home to three of the world's fastest-growing startup regions.

Techpoint Africa3 min read
Nigeria's Busiest Airports Get Free High-Speed Wi-Fi
InnovationFeb 20

Nigeria's Busiest Airports Get Free High-Speed Wi-Fi

Travelers passing through Nigeria's major international airports can now enjoy one hour of free high-speed internet, thanks to a groundbreaking partnership between MTN Nigeria and the Federal Airports Authority. The service is already live in Lagos and Abuja, with plans to expand to four more airports soon.

TechCabal3 min read
Lagos Social Workers Unite Against Division in Communities
Acts of KindnessMar 17

Lagos Social Workers Unite Against Division in Communities

Social workers in Lagos are launching programs to heal growing divisions tearing families and communities apart. Their message: working together creates the harmony Nigeria needs.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Lagos Hosts Africa's First Running Conference in February
InnovationFeb 8

Lagos Hosts Africa's First Running Conference in February

Nigeria is becoming Africa's road racing capital, hosting the continent's first World Athletics African Running Conference this February. The gathering brings global experts to Lagos to shape the future of marathon running across Africa.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
NBA Exec Opens 50th Basketball Court in Lagos, Nigeria
Community HeroesMay 30

NBA Exec Opens 50th Basketball Court in Lagos, Nigeria

Masai Ujiri just celebrated a major milestone for African youth, but he's not staying quiet about what needs to happen next. The NBA executive is challenging Nigeria to maintain what it builds.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read

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