The Latest Breaking News from Lagos

Nigeria's shantytowns are more functional than its centrally planned gated communities.

A video of a military convoy circulating online claims to show both Niger and Nigeria’s troops travelling to their shared border, at a time when the countries share tensions -- due to Lagos heading the ECOWAS bloc that's threatening to forcibly overturn the military coup in Niamey. In this edition…

Protesters march through major cities as the weeklong action starts, but businesses remain open in Lagos and elsewhere.

People with disabilities often face difficulties when accessing transport services. Inadequate and unsuitable options restrict their mobility, independence and ability to navigate their communities. This limits their opportunities for employment, education, healthcare and social engagement. These individuals can also be very vocal about their experiences – sharing comments online that…

Traffic in Lagos, Nigeria, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing cities, can be a nightmare. Citizens often spend 30 hours a week in traffic jams.

Nigeria's suspended Central Bank governor has appeared in court in the economic hub of Lagoon on charges of illegal possession of a firearm and live ammunition

Daniel E. Agbiboa’s book They Eat Our Sweat: Transport Labor, Corruption, and Everyday Survival in Urban Nigeria explores the world of drivers of minibuses (danfo) and motorcycles (okada) in Lagos, the economic capital of Nigeria. Agbiboa is assistant professor of African and African American studies at Harvard University. His research…

When the government ended its fuel subsidy in May, the cost of gas, food and public transport all jumped. On buses, customers double up in seats — "lapping' they call it — to split a fare.

The cross-cultural circuits between west Africa and south London ignite startling works – and snacks! – by artists including Yinka Shonibare and Chiizii