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Lagos State is making health insurance mandatory for all residents, ensuring everyone gets care at primary health centers without being turned away. The move aims to end crushing out-of-pocket medical costs and bring quality healthcare within reach for millions.
Lagos State's affordable health insurance program has enrolled over 1.3 million residents and is already preventing needless deaths from childbirth complications and medical emergencies. The government-subsidized scheme costs as little as ₦10,000 annually and covers everything from cesarean sections to emergency care.
Lagos State is building a new housing estate on Lagos Island to provide affordable homes and modern infrastructure for residents displaced by urban renewal. The project promises quality housing through public-private partnership, with completion set for December 2026.
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.
Lagos State is launching a four-day program to provide 10,000 professional drivers with free eye exams, medical consultations, and safety screenings. The initiative targets truck and commercial drivers who keep Nigeria's largest city moving.
Lagos State has vaccinated 89% of targeted children in its measles and routine immunization drive, protecting hundreds of thousands of kids from preventable diseases. Health officials are now launching door-to-door visits to reach every remaining child.
Lagos State is taking a stand against content creators who exploit children in digital media, promising real consequences for violations. The move protects vulnerable minors from abuse while still celebrating the creative opportunities digital platforms offer.
Lagos State is teaming up with British Cycling to bring world-class cycling expertise to Africa's largest city. The partnership promises training programs, technical workshops, and a boost to cycling culture across Nigeria's bustling commercial hub.
Lagos State is building a groundbreaking alliance with private universities to create world-class graduates who can compete globally. The move signals a major shift from government working alone to working together with private education leaders.
Lagos State just delivered over $2.4 million in pension benefits to 543 retired public servants, proving governments can honor their promises to workers. The ceremony celebrated decades of service while setting a new standard for transparent retirement systems.
Lagos State is upgrading drainage systems across the city to protect residents from flooding caused by heavy rainfall. Contractors are already working on multiple sites, with pumping stations and concrete lining projects underway.
Lagos State is kicking off a major free vaccination campaign to protect over a million children and teens from measles and rubella. The week-long drive reaches every neighborhood, regardless of family income.
Lagos State is beefing up its fire response team with 150 newly recruited firefighters now in training. The move continues a massive expansion that's seen over 680 firefighters join the service since 2020.
Lagos State Police launched a new high-tech surveillance centre that monitors the city around the clock, using cameras and trained officers to prevent crime before it happens. The centre watches key areas like the Third Mainland Bridge and waterways, marking a major step toward smarter, faster policing in Nigeria's largest city.