Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Daniel Alabrah Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said he defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) based on his personal conviction at the time. Governor Diri announced his resignation from the PDP on October 15, 2025 and was formally received by bigwigs of the APC, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, in Yenagoa, the state capital, on November 3, 2025. Speaking on Monday night at the January edition of the monthly Praise Night in Government House, Yenagoa, the Bayelsa governor stated that politics was dynamic and politicians should learn to accept…

By Peter Omopo The National Industrial Court has issued an interim order restraining the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) from proceeding with their planned protest scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, in Abuja. Justice Emmanuel Sibilim granted the order on Monday while ruling on an ex parte application filed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). In the ruling, the court restrained the 1st to 5th respondents, their agents and privies from embarking on any strike or protest action pending…

By Peter Omopo Traffic was brought to a near standstill on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos on Monday after a commercial bus caught fire near the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront area. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident in an update shared on its official X account, stating that the fire occurred on the inward Iyana Oworo lane of the bridge. According to the agency, officials of the Lagos State Fire Service were immediately deployed to the scene and were working to put out the blaze. “A commercial bus has caught fire on the Third…

By Peter Omopo The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of ₦1.969 trillion among the Federal Government, state governments and local government councils as Federation Account revenue for December 2025. This was disclosed in a communiqué issued by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, Bawa Mokwa, following the FAAC meeting held in Abuja in January 2026. According to the communiqué, the total distributable revenue comprised ₦1.084 trillion from statutory revenue, ₦846.507 billion from Value Added Tax (VAT) and ₦38.110 billion generated from the Electronic Money Transfer Levy…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has dismissed as false a viral report claiming that the agency is currently recruiting new staff, describing it as the work of fraudulent recruitment syndicates. In a statement issued on Monday via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Authority said the disclaimer became necessary following reports that unsuspecting Nigerians, particularly young and economically vulnerable individuals, were being deceived into paying large sums of money for non-existent employment opportunities. According to the NMDPRA, the perpetrators allegedly issue fake letters of employment, make empty promises, and advertise positions that…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to rely on existing electricity sector laws to clearly define how electricity subsidy costs will be shared among the Federal, State and Local Governments in the 2026 budget. The directive was disclosed by the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Dr. Tanimu Yakubu, during a keynote address at the opening of a training programme for MDAs on the 2026 post-budget preparation process held in Abuja on Monday. The programme focused on the application of the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System and the…

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has officially unveiled the uniform of the Onigbongbo LCDA Security Marshal, making another significant step in strengthening community safety and local security architecture within the council area. Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo emphasized that the newly unveiled uniform represents discipline, responsibility, and renewed dedication to safeguarding lives and property. He noted that the initiative aligns with his administration’s broader agenda of community-centered security. “The Security Marshal is an important partner in our quest to ensure a safer Onigbongbo,” he said.

By Peter Omopo The 2026 Grammy Awards have concluded in Los Angeles, marking another memorable night for global music as artists from across genres and continents were recognised for outstanding achievements. While Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Davido and Ayra Starr earned nominations, the Best African Music Performance award went to South African singer Tyla for her hit single “Push 2 Start.” The category also featured “Love” by Burna Boy, “With You” by Davido featuring Omah Lay, “Gimme Dat” by Ayra Starr featuring Wizkid, and “Hope & Love” by Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin. In the major categories, Kendrick Lamar emerged…

By Peter Omopo Eighty of the 177 worshippers abducted from three churches in Kurmin Wali village, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, have escaped from their captors and reunited with their families. The Village Head of Kurmin Wali, Ishaku Dan’azumi, confirmed the development on Sunday, stating that 11 of the victims escaped shortly after the abduction on January 18, while another 80 managed to flee more recently. According to Dan’azumi, the escapees initially sought refuge in neighbouring communities before safely returning home. He added that 86 worshippers are still being held by the bandits in a forest. He expressed…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Nurturing dreams the way parents nurture children, with patience, sacrifice, and hope for a future they may not fully see. Life unfolds best when we prepare with wisdom, love, and responsibility, whether it’s building a stable home, choosing a partner with shared values, or making decisions that protect those who depend on us. Just as parental care shapes a child’s tomorrow, thoughtful planning in marriage and in life shapes generations to come. When we invest time, effort, and kindness now, we create a tomorrow that is not left to chance but grounded in purpose, unity, and…