Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Opens 2025 Lagos International Trade Fair, Reaffirms State’s Position as Africa’s Commercial Engine
At the opening ceremony of the 2025 Lagos International Trade Fair held on Friday, 7th November 2025, at the Banquet Hall, Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed Lagos State’s central role as a leading economic powerhouse in Africa. Addressing local entrepreneurs, investors, and international partners, the Governor welcomed participants to what he […]
Application Invitation: SME Export Accelerator Program – Lagos State
The Lagos State Government has partnered with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and ImpactHER to officially introduce the SME Export Accelerator Program. This comprehensive capacity-development initiative is designed to equip small and medium enterprises based in Lagos with the essential expertise, capabilities, and professional connections required for successful expansion into international markets through the […]
Apply for the LSETF MSME Loan (From N50,000 To N5,000,000)
Running a business in Nigeria can come with a lot of challenges, but the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), through its LSETF MSME Loan, is set to ensure that funding is not one of them. Read more about Opportunities MSMEs are expected to apply for the LSETF MSME Loan to access loans ranging […]
Applications Open for the Lagos State Specialized ICT Training
The Lagos State Government has announced that applications are open for Lagos state indigenes to enrol in its Specialized ICT Training. This program is targeted at the unemployed youth, with about 200 persons expected to benefit from it. The initiative is being executed through the state’s Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment. Read more […]
Apply for the Lagos State Specialized ICT Training
In partnership with the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, the Lagos State Government has announced an opportunity for 200 unemployed youth in the state to undergo cutting-edge specialized ICT training to boost their employability prospects. Read more about Opportunities The Lagos State Specialized ICT Training Programme is a 4-month initiative fully focused on […]
Apply For the LSETF Low-interest Loans for Entrepreneurs in Lagos State
The LSETF is offering low-interest loans to empower entrepreneurs in Lagos State and address the challenge of unemployment in the Nigerian commercial capital. Read more about Grants These Low-Interest Loans are aimed at helping small and medium enterprises grow and sustain their businesses in Nigeria’s harsh economic climate, which has seen inflation rise by […]
Apply For the Lagos CARES Grant for MSMEs in Lagos
In the past year, Nigerians have witnessed economic hardship more than they have ever seen in the country’s over 63 years of existence. The inflation rate has risen to over 33% after the removal of the subsidy on fuel, which led to a hike in the cost of fuel. MSMEs are left at the […]
Apply For the Lagos State Digital Scholarship Program
The Lagos State Government has announced the Lagos State Digital Scholarship program to tackle youth unemployment in Lagos State. The program is an initiative of the 8thGear Digital Skills Project in collaboration with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and implementation support from the Innkeeper Talent Accelerator. Read more about Scholarships The core […]
Makoko: The Floating Village of Lagos
Have you ever heard of a village that floats on water? It might sound like something from a fairy tale, but it’s real! Let’s talk about Makoko, a special place in Lagos, Nigeria. Makoko is often called the “Venice of Africa” because, like Venice in Italy, it has lots of waterways instead of roads. […]
Apply for the LSETF-USADF Training for Digital and Sales Associate
If you are unemployed but willing to learn a digital skill that will help you gain employment after training, apply for the Digital and Sales Associate after six weeks of Employability Training fully sponsored by the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund and the United States African Development Foundation in partnership with the Simply Exponential […]
The LAG-UP Lagos State Youth Upskilling Program
If you are a young Nigerian based in Lagos State and interested in entrepreneurship, digital literacy, mentorship, and access to funding for your business, job placement, and income generation, apply for the LAG-UP Lagos State Youth Upskilling Program. Read more about Opportunities The LAG-UP program will unleash the potential of young people and small […]
Lekki Conservation Centre Opens its Doors After Rejuvenation
Nature enthusiasts and tourists in Lagos, Nigeria, have cause to celebrate. The highly anticipated reopening of the Lekki Conservation Centre is finally here, scheduled for March 29, 2024. This popular tourist destination underwent extensive maintenance work, and the Lagos State Government has officially announced its return to the public eye. Read more about Tourism […]
8 Steps to Becoming a Successful Landlord in Lagos
It’s easy to see why anyone would want to become a landlord in Lagos. It’s a fast-growing city, boasts one of the highest per capita income levels of any state in Nigeria, and hosts perhaps the most lucrative real estate market in the country. Owning and renting out property in the right spots within […]
The 4th Lagos State Real Estate Marketplace Conference
The Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) has announced that it will be hosting the fourth edition of its Real Estate Marketplace Conference this December. The annual event is slated to be held on Wednesday 13th and Thursday 14th of the month, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Read more about Real […]
5 Reasons Why the Government May Demolish Houses that Have a C of O
If you’ve been tracking recent happenings in Nigeria, you’ve probably witnessed the furore over the demolition of selected buildings by the government in Lagos and the FCT. Amidst the debate that has ensued in the wake of the demolitions, some have asked: are authorities ever right to demolish houses whose owners possess a Certificate […]
Lagos State EFS: A Digital Tax Revolution for Hospitality
In a bold stride towards modernization, the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) is poised to redefine the tax landscape for hotels and restaurants through the revolutionary Eco Fiscal System (EFS). More than just a technological leap, this initiative is designed with the taxpayers in mind, offering benefits that extend far beyond compliance. As […]