Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that the ongoing nationwide electronic registration of its members is compulsory, describing the exercise as a major reform aimed at strengthening internal democracy, discipline and transparency within the party. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the party said the digital registration exercise, which commenced on Monday and will run until the end of January, is neither symbolic nor optional. According to the party, the programme is designed to allow sufficient time for both existing and new members to be properly captured in a central digital…

By Peter Omopo The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has said the newly implemented tax laws are aimed at promoting sustainable development, accelerating economic growth and strengthening public institutions across the country. Adedeji made this known during a national television interview on Monday, noting that while tax reforms often generate political debate, their core objective is to stabilise the economy and build institutions capable of supporting long-term national development. He dismissed claims that the new tax framework could be used by the Federal Government to intimidate political opponents or target individuals based on political…

By Peter Omopo A Sagamu Magistrate Court in Ogun State has remanded a 46-year-old driver, Kayode Adeniyi, in custody over his alleged involvement in the road accident that claimed the lives of two close friends of international boxing champion, Anthony Joshua. The incident occurred on Monday at about 11:00 a.m. when a Lexus Sports Utility Vehicle conveying Joshua and his associates collided with a stationary truck parked along the roadside. The vehicle, with registration number KRD 850 HN, was said to be driven by Adeniyi at the time of the crash. Two passengers in the vehicle, identified as Ayodele Kelvin…

By Peter Omopo The crisis within the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has further deepened following the public declaration of support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election by a factional chairman of the party, Dr Robinson Ewor. Speaking in Port Harcourt, Ewor announced his alignment with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, saying the move was aimed at ensuring President Tinubu’s victory in the next general election. He also expressed a lack of confidence in the leadership of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, insisting that the governor could no longer be trusted…

By Peter Omopo The family of late Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola has announced arrangements for her burial, scheduled to take place on Friday, January 9, 2026. The burial plans were made public by her cousin and fellow actor, Muyiwa Ademola, through a statement shared online. According to the announcement, a Service of Songs will hold on Thursday, January 8, followed by a candlelight procession. The burial ceremony is slated for Friday at the Atan Cemetery in Yaba, Lagos. The family also released a dress code for the events. Guests attending the Service of Songs will be provided with customised T-shirts…

By Peter Omopo A Sagamu Magistrate Court in Ogun State has ordered the remand of a 46-year-old driver, Kayode Adeniyi, who was behind the wheel of the Lexus Sports Utility Vehicle involved in the fatal road accident that claimed the lives of two associates of international boxing champion, Anthony Joshua. Joshua was involved in the crash at about 11:00 a.m. on Monday along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway when the Lexus SUV, with registration number KRD 850 HN, collided with a stationary truck parked by the roadside. The accident resulted in the deaths of Ayodele Kelvin Olu, 36, a Nigerian-British citizen, and…

By Peter Omopo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports claiming that it has released the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections, describing the information as false and misleading. In a statement issued on Friday and e-signed by the Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, Adedayo Oketola, the Commission said it had not published any timetable for the 2027 polls. INEC stressed that it operates strictly within the provisions of the law, noting that Section 28(1) of the Electoral Act, 2022, mandates the Commission to publish a notice of election…

By JimmyFatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, today attended the official Departure Ceremony for Lagos State Candidates of the 90 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) of the Nigerian Army, held at the T.A. Lagbaja Cantonment, Maryland, Ikeja. The ceremony, which marked a significant milestone for the young men and women enlisted into the Nigerian Army, was graced by top government officials, including the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Babajide Sanwo-olu, ably represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, alongside other dignitaries and military top brass.

By Peter Omopo The National Assembly has commenced the rollout of Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, alongside fresh measures aimed at strengthening transparency and public confidence in the legislative process. To address growing public interest and concerns surrounding the tax reforms, the National Assembly ordered the release of Certified True Copies (CTCs) of the harmonised tax bills passed by lawmakers and subsequently signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, said the directive was intended to give Nigerians unrestricted access to authentic legislative documents and dispel doubts about the credibility of the…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo As we step into a new year with fresh resolutions, let us remember that true renewal begins in the heart and is sustained by faith, commitment, and love; for individuals, this is a season to grow in purpose, discipline, and trust in God’s guidance, knowing that “if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). While in marriages and relationships it is a call to renew patience, forgiveness, communication, and selfless love, choosing daily to build one another up, just as Scripture reminds us that “love is patient, love is kind… it…