Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Rashidat Ajakaye He married me before marriage, in his house, I rest, by his side, I rise to see the dawn, like a newly married bride at the dawn of her earliest and romantic moments. He married me before marriage, his car is always parked before my bungalow as though he is a selfless driver. Patiently, he waits as I power my birth-marked face calmly as a snail’s movement. He married me before marriage, he rings me each second I am away, he is concerned about what concerns me, he treats me as his wife, and loves…

By Oluwabukunmi  A governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Engr. Dideolu Falobi, has expressed confidence that the achievements of President Bola Tinubu within less than three years in office will ensure victory for the party in next year’s governorship election in the state. Falobi made this known on Thursday after a consultation meeting with members of the APC State Executive Committee at the party’s secretariat in Osogbo. He maintained that Tinubu’s policies and reforms have revitalized the economy and set Nigeria on a path of sustainable growth and development. According to him, there has been…

Fear whispers, ” _What_ _if_ _you_ _fail_ ?” Faith answers, ” _What_ if _God_ _carries_ _you_ ?” Every great move of God in your life begins with a step that scarce you. It’s starting a new chapter, mending a relationship, or pursuing a dream. Fear will always try to keep you still. There comes a moment when you must step out in faith and decide who you will become. Your destiny isn’t shaped by fear or hesitation but by the courage to move when God calls. * Don’t wait for perfect conditions. * Choose courage over comfort. * Fearless to…

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, joined corps members serving within the council at their Job Advisory Counseling (JAC) Program ahead of their Passing Out Parade scheduled for November, 2025. Addressing the corps members, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo charged them to remain steadfast and dedicated in whatever path they choose: skills, trade or formal employment. He emphasized that as youth corps members, it is crucial to “show workings” and demonstrate diligence in all they do. The Chairman urged the outgoing corps members to dream big and assured them that their aspirations…

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, delivered a powerful speech during the 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month event themed “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters.” The event, held at the Grandeur Event Centre, Billings Way, Ikeja, featured “Moyo Pink Walk,” a symbolic march through the streets of Onigbongbo. The walk united men, women and youth in a common cause to raise awareness for breast cancer prevention and early detection. In his heartfelt address, Hon. Moyosore stated, “There are moments that remind us of what truly matters; moments that renew…

By Oluwabukunmi The Federal Government has released ₦2.3 billion as part of its ongoing efforts to clear outstanding salary and promotion arrears owed to staff of Nigerian universities, reaffirming its commitment to revitalising the nation’s tertiary education system. The disbursement, described as Batch 8 of the payments, was processed through the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) and is aimed at improving the welfare of both academic and non-academic university workers. Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in Abuja in a statement signed by the Director of Media and Public Relations at the Federal…

By Oluwabukunmi The Oyo State Government has announced that its sustained investments in agriculture over the past three years have significantly increased food production and contributed to a drop in food prices across the state. The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Olasunkanmi Olaleye, made this known on Thursday while receiving the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, who paid him a courtesy visit in Ibadan. Olaleye attributed the gains to Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration’s deliberate policies on mechanised farming, seed distribution, fertiliser support, and farmer training, which he said had collectively strengthened food security and rural development. “Cassava,…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian Senate has begun consideration of a Bill seeking to establish a National Centre for Autism and six zonal centres across the country to promote research, diagnosis, education, and care for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The proposed legislation, sponsored by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central), aims to institutionalise early detection and intervention for children and adults with autism, while also driving awareness, professional training, and inclusion nationwide. Leading debate on the Bill titled “An Act to Establish the National Centre for Autism and Six Zonal Centres for Autism Diagnosis, Research, Education, and Care; and…

By Peter Omopo Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg has intensified his company’s aggressive push into artificial intelligence, announcing plans to invest more than $100 billion in AI development next year — a move that has sent shockwaves through Wall Street and sparked debate over the sustainability of Big Tech’s “YOLO” (You Only Live Once) approach to the AI race. Speaking during Meta’s quarterly earnings call on Wednesday, Zuckerberg said the company was spending to meet “the most optimistic cases,” underscoring his ambition to place Meta at the forefront of what he calls the next technological revolution — the creation of…

By Peter Omopo The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dr. Bernard Mohammed Doro as a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, following a brief but decisive screening session that lasted less than 30 minutes. Lawmakers expressed confidence in Doro’s qualifications, describing him as a seasoned technocrat with the competence to contribute meaningfully to President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Born in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Doro becomes the third minister from the state in the current cabinet. During his appearance before the Senate, he pledged to promote fairness, transparency, and inclusivity in Nigeria’s humanitarian and social development programmes.…