Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Sometimes, the most powerful question in a marriage isn’t “Do you love me?” But “Where are you going?” because love is not only proven by words, but by direction, commitment, and shared vision. Asking where he is going invites conversation about dreams, purpose, growth, and the future you are building together, reminding both partners that marriage is a journey walked side by side. When a wife asks this, she affirms trust, partnership, and belief in a future that is intentional, not just emotional but anchored in direction, responsibility, and unity. Asiwaju Cares

By Dangombe ……how a non-politician’s humanitarian footprint is quietly reshaping public expectations and political imagination in Gombe State There are defining moments in the life of a society when the public begins to question not just who leads, but why leadership has taken the form it has. Gombe State appears to be living through such a moment one marked not by electioneering or political drama, but by the unexpected emergence of a figure whose influence was built outside party structures and political ambition. Aliyu Mohammed popularly known as Kombat did not arrive on the public stage as a politician. He…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to the late Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, Chief Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, who gained national and international recognition for sheltering about 300 Christians during the 2018 communal violence in the state. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President expressed deep sorrow over the cleric’s death, describing him as an exceptional religious leader whose life embodied faith, courage and an unwavering respect for the sanctity of human life. Tinubu recalled that at…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian passport has climbed to 89th position out of 199 countries in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, marking a modest improvement from its 94th-place ranking at the end of 2025. The latest ranking, published in January, shows that Nigeria also reached its highest position in five years last July when it rose to 88th place. Compiled annually, the Henley Passport Index draws on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and expert analysis to assess the relative strength of passports worldwide based on visa-free travel access. Nigeria shares the 89th spot with Myanmar, with…

By Peter Omopo A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has issued an interim order restraining the Chief Judge of the state from accepting or acting on an impeachment notice against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu. The order followed moves by the Rivers State House of Assembly, which had requested the Chief Judge to constitute a panel to investigate allegations of gross misconduct levelled against the governor and his deputy. The lawmakers made the request after a unanimous resolution, insisting that the impeachment process would continue despite what they described as attempts by the…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the defection of Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, as a major political development with far-reaching implications for Nigeria’s political landscape. In a statement issued on Thursday, the party said the younger Atiku’s decision to leave the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and align with the APC reflected a growing loss of confidence in his father’s political leadership. The Lagos APC characterised the move as a “political earthquake,” arguing that it amounted to a rejection of what it described as “pretentious political…

By Peter Omopo The Supreme Court is expected to deliver its judgment on Friday in the appeal filed by Aminu Sule Lamido, son of former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, over his conviction for failing to declare $40,000 at an airport. Aminu is seeking to overturn the decisions of the Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal, both of which found him guilty of false declaration of foreign currency and ordered the forfeiture of part of the undeclared sum to the Federal Government. The case stems from an incident on December 11, 2012, when operatives of the Economic and…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo What you allow into your mind and heart quietly shapes your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. In marriage, constant exposure to negativity, comparison, or unrealistic expectations can erode trust, gratitude, and connection; on social media, endless highlights and opinions can distort reality, fuel dissatisfaction, and steal joy. Choose content that uplifts, educates, and strengthens your values, and be intentional about what you give your attention to because protecting your inner world is an act of wisdom, and a healthy mind is the foundation of a healthy relationship and a meaningful life. Asiwaju Cares

By Peter Omopo Abba Abubakar, son of former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring his support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The defection was announced on Thursday at the National Assembly complex in Abuja, where Abba was formally received by the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, alongside senior APC leaders from the North-East geopolitical zone. Popularly known as Abba, he announced his resignation from the PDP and described his decision to join the APC as both…

By Peter Omopo The organisers of the Tour de France have unveiled the official route for the opening stage of the race’s 2027 edition, which will bring the world’s leading cyclists to Scotland next summer. The Grand Départ will begin in Edinburgh on 2 July 2027 before heading south through Midlothian, the Scottish Borders and parts of Dumfries and Galloway, with the stage finishing in Carlisle, England. From the Scottish capital, the peloton will travel towards Newtongrange before continuing to Innerleithen. The route then turns east to Galashiels and takes in what is expected to be the toughest climb of…