Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo  Prominent political figures gathered on Tuesday at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja for the official launch of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido’s autobiography, Being True to Myself. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo led a distinguished list of attendees, which included former Vice Presidents Atiku Abubakar and Namadi Sambo, as well as former Senate Presidents Ken Nnamani and Pius Ayim. Also present at the event were former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, who was scheduled to review the book, and the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi. Governors Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya…

By Peter Omopo  Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has mourned the passing of Professor Ibiang Oden Ewa, a renowned academic and respected community leader, describing him as a towering figure in the study of military politics and a dedicated public servant. In a statement released on Tuesday, Governor Otu expressed deep sorrow over the professor’s death, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday after a brief illness. The late scholar was the father of the state’s Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Mr. Oden Ewa. Governor Otu paid a personal condolence visit to the bereaved family,…

By Peter Omopo  The Rotary Club of Omole Golden has commissioned and handed over a newly constructed four-unit modern toilet facility to the Iju Ogundimu Market community in Lagos, in a move aimed at addressing long-standing sanitation challenges in the area. Valued at over N4 million, the facility—which includes separate toilets for male and female users—was officially commissioned on Tuesday. The project was entirely funded through voluntary contributions by members of the club. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Club’s President, Rotarian Babajide Ogunleye, said the initiative was a direct response to persistent appeals from the market community over the…

By Peter Omopo  Oando Plc has confirmed the occurrence of four operational oil spills between October 2024 and May 2025 along its pipeline network in Bayelsa State. The company, which acquired Nigeria Agip Oil Company, also announced the completion of repair works on the affected sections of the pipeline. The disclosure was made in a statement issued on Tuesday by Oando’s spokesperson, Mrs. Alero Balogun, who is also the General Manager, Human Resources & Business Support at Oando Group. The statement followed a recent oil spill reported on May 3 around the Ogboinbiri flow station in the swamps of Southern…

By Peter Omopo  Two students from the University of Ibadan (UI) have emerged winners of the French Embassy’s “Get Creative with Plastic” Challenge, a key component of the embassy’s Plastic-Free Campus Awareness Initiative. The development was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the university’s Director of Public Communication, Mrs. Joke Akinpelu, in Ibadan. According to Akinpelu, UI was one of 10 Nigerian universities selected to participate in the French Embassy Fund (FEF) Project aimed at promoting environmental sustainability through creative engagement with plastic waste. The initiative was spearheaded by the university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, and coordinated…

By Peter Omopo  Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared that the mission of Nigeria’s leaders remains incomplete, urging continued commitment to the nation’s progress. Obasanjo made the statement on Tuesday at the public presentation of Being True to Myself, the autobiography of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, held at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja. Speaking at the event, the former president said it was not yet time for Lamido and other elder statesmen to withdraw from national service. He stressed that their leadership journey is ongoing and that they still have a role to play in guiding Nigeria…

By Peter Omopo Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has extended warm birthday wishes to the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, as he marked his 65th birthday on Tuesday. In a message shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Atiku, who was the Peoples Democratic Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, described Adeleke as “the people’s governor,” praising his vibrant personality and people-oriented approach to governance. “Happy 65th birthday to the people’s governor, my brother and friend, Governor Ademola Adeleke,” Atiku wrote. He lauded the Osun governor for his unwavering commitment to public service and leadership…

By Peter Omopo  Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has reiterated the commitment of the 10th National Assembly to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy and addressing pressing national issues through open engagement, strategic reforms, and legislative action. Abbas made the declaration on Monday at the inaugural policy dialogue on the House Legislative Agenda held at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. The event, he said, was designed to review the House’s progress since its inauguration in June 2023 and explore avenues for improvement in legislative delivery and public service. “We pledged to regularly engage with Nigerians, report on our performance,…

By Peter Omopo  The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has begun aerial display rehearsals in Abuja and Lagos in preparation for its 61st anniversary celebration, scheduled to hold on May 23, 2025. In a statement issued on Monday, the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, said the rehearsals are part of activities lined up for the celebration’s grand finale and are aimed at showcasing the service’s professionalism and operational readiness. He urged residents in both cities not to panic at the sight or sound of low-flying aircraft and complex aerial manoeuvres, assuring the public that all exercises…

By Peter Omopo  The League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State has issued a stern warning to the state’s 2025 Hajj pilgrims, urging them to uphold moral integrity and avoid actions that could tarnish the image of Nigeria while in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In a statement released on Monday and signed by the League’s Secretary General, Alhaji Tajudeen Adewunmi, the President General, Shaykh Sikirullahi Babalola, reminded intending pilgrims that the Hajj pilgrimage is a sacred spiritual exercise requiring deep devotion, discipline, and adherence to Islamic principles. “Hajj is not a tourism trip. It is an act of…