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By Bababunmi Agbebi Edited by Ezennia Uche Every day in Ikeja, traffic pulses like a living organism. Danfos jostle for space. Office workers hurry past yellow buses. Street vendors call …
Names on the Asphalt in Ikeja Read More
Lagos might be tough, but the love here is real. We asked people on the streets to share the greatest act of love they’ve ever experienced. Some stories are quiet …
What is The Greatest Act of Love Someone Has Shown You? | Ikejabird Vox-Pop Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Edited by Ezennia Uche The recent closure of Ladipo Market by Lagos State authorities over poor waste management has once again highlighted the persistent challenges of maintaining …
Ladipo Market Closure Highlights Lagos’ Ongoing Waste Management Challenges Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Edited by Ezennia Uche The Nigerian Press Organisation (NPO) has raised concerns over the future of Nigeria’s media industry in the digital era, warning that the country …
Can Nigeria Protect Its Press in the Digital Age? Read More
By Bababunmi Agbebi Edited by Ezennia Uche The Lagos State House of Assembly has ordered an immediate halt to the controversial demolition exercise in the Makoko waterfront and adjoining communities, …
Lagos Assembly Halts Makoko Demolition: A Balanced Overview Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi Edited by Ezennia Uche The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has shifted the deadline for employers to file their 2026 annual tax returns by one week …
LIRS Extends Deadline for Filing Annual Returns to February 7 Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially kicked off a 50-day rotational Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise across all wards in Lagos State. Resident Electoral Commissioner …
INEC Begins 50-Day Rotational Voter Registration in Lagos Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi Edited by Ezennia Uche In a significant food safety and public health operation, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a …
NAFDAC Busts Fake Goya Oil Factory and Major Alcohol Counterfeit Syndicate in Lagos Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi Nigeria’s broadband scene just got more crowded and more competitive. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved six new Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to operate in the …
Nigeria’s Internet Market Heats Up as NCC Approves Six New Providers Read More
By Ejiofor Toochi Edited by Ezennia Uche If you’re planning a romantic Valentine’s date and want something a little more special than the usual dinner setting, rooftop restaurants in Ikeja …
Rooftop Restaurants for Valentine’s Dates in Ikeja Read More
Bababunmi Agbebi In a renewed effort to curb Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) across Lagos, the State Government has officially designated September as Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness Month. The …
Lagos Declares September Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness Month Read More
How well do Lagosians really know their grassroots leaders? The IkejaBird crew hit the streets to find out if people can name their newly elected local government chairpersons. 👉 Drop …
Do You Know Your Local Government Chairman? Lagos Street Quiz Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi and Tochy Ejiofor The bulldozers came before dawn. By the time the dust settled, what was once Alaba Rago Market in Ojo LGA — a bustling hub …
Tears and Rubble: Traders Lament as Lagos Demolishes Alaba Rago Market Read More
When the news broke on July 3rd that Peter Rufai had passed away at 61, a wave of nostalgia and sadness swept across Nigeria. For many football-loving Nigerians, Rufai wasn’t …
Peter “Dodo Mayana” Rufai: The Prince Who saved Nigeria’s Goals Read More
By Sunkanmi Adewunmi Ikeja, the capital of Lagos State, lies about 17 km northwest of Lagos Island. Once called “Akeja,” it was founded by Awori migrants from Ota and named …
Ikeja: Before the Flyovers Read More
By Bababunmi Agbebi For Anabel Ososanya, a working-class mother in her late 20s, motherhood has been a joyful journey. She fondly recalls the day she became a mother and the …
Childcare Options for Working-Class Mothers in Ikeja Read More
By Chiagoziem Abosi A Crash No One Saw Coming, but Many Are Talking About Few people imagined that a Sunday drive could turn tragic. It did—on the day she graduated …
When the Truck Hits Home: Phyna’s Sister, Dangote, and What Comes Next Read More
By Bababunmi Agbebi Across the globe, young people are at the forefront of driving meaningful change, from climate activism to digital innovation. In recognition of their growing impact, the United …
Empowering the Next Generation: Celebrating Youth Leadership and Innovation in Ikeja Read More
Missed the gist on the Raye NYSC certificate drama? 😮☕ Don’t worry @you_nic01 has the full recap for you! From camp clearance issues to NYSC’s big announcement, here’s everything you …
Raye NYSC Certificate Drama Explained Read More
By Bababunmi Agbebi Local government elections were held across Lagos State on Saturday, July 12, 2025, with various political parties contesting leadership positions in all 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) …
Meet Your Representatives – Ikeja Local Government Read More