Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Sola Ojewusi It was a radiant celebration of love as Miss Great Damilola Amusan and her heartthrob, Mr. Ademilola Temitope Adedayo, were joined in holy matrimony at the serene Hidden Manna Ministries (a.k.a. Manna Bible Church), Osogbo, recently. The solemnisation ceremony, graced by family, friends, and well-wishers, was a blend of spiritual depth and joyful elegance. The union brought together the Amusan and Adedayo families in a moment of shared pride and joy—one that will remain etched in their hearts for a lifetime. From heartfelt vows to spirited thanksgiving, each moment was a testament to faith, love, and unity.…

By Peter Omopo  Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has celebrated the Leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 99th birthday, describing him as a towering figure in Nigeria’s history and a beacon of Yoruba heritage. In a statement issued on Sunday by his media aide, Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu extolled Fasoranti’s remarkable legacy, noting that his contributions to national development and Yoruba advancement are indelible. “Pa Fasoranti is a true statesman whose life and service have left lasting imprints on the sands of time,” Sanwo-Olu said. “His leadership in Afenifere and commitment…

By Peter Omopo  Delta State Governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and his Bayelsa State counterpart, Senator Douye Diri, were on Saturday conferred with honorary Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) degrees in Social and Economic Development by the Nigerian Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, during the institution’s second combined convocation ceremony. Also honoured at the event were Senator James Manager, who received a Doctor of Science in National Development, and Engr. Ebipador Ogionwo, who was conferred with a Doctor of Science in Industrial Development. Governor Oborevwori, represented by the Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Nyerowho Tonukari, expressed deep appreciation for the…

By Peter Omopo  The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has criticised the state of governance in Nigeria, citing widespread institutional decay, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and endemic corruption as major impediments to national development. ASUU National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, made the remarks on Saturday during the union’s 23rd National Delegates Conference held at the University of Benin, Main Campus, Ugbowo. Osodeke expressed deep concern over what he described as a glaring absence of inclusiveness, transparency, and accountability in the country’s leadership. He blamed the prevailing economic and social challenges on the government’s adoption of neoliberal economic policies, which he argued…

By Peter Omopo  Renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has demanded an official investigation into the alleged diversion of the $3.4 billion loan Nigeria received from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Falana made the call in a statement released on Sunday, following confirmation by the IMF last week that Nigeria had fully repaid the emergency loan obtained under the Rapid Financing Instrument. Although the loan’s principal has been cleared, outstanding charges amounting to SDR 125.99 million—approximately N275.28 billion—remain. He noted that the emergency funding, secured in April 2020, was intended to…

By Peter Omopo  The Anambra State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has uncovered a large-scale illegal artisanal refinery and an unauthorized petrol station operating at Y-Junction, Nkwelle Ezunaka in Oyi Local Government Area. The discovery was made during a joint operation conducted on Saturday in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Navy, following credible intelligence on illicit activities in the area. According to a statement released on Sunday by the Head of Media and Tactical Unit, NSCDC Anambra Command, Okadigbo Edwin, the security team stormed the location around 1:45 p.m., seizing several quantities…

By Peter Omopo  President Bola Tinubu has congratulated prominent businessman and close associate, Chief Dipo Eludoyin, on the occasion of his 77th birthday. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Eludoyin for his enduring contributions to national development, his hometown of Ile-Ife, and humanity at large. Eludoyin, a prince of Ile-Ife and Chief Executive Officer of Paragon Holdings Ltd., was hailed by the President for his impact in the private sector, with Paragon and its subsidiaries spearheading major projects within and beyond Nigeria. “Paragon Holdings Ltd. and other business…

By Peter Omopo  President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 99th birthday. In a tribute released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised Fasoranti’s lifelong dedication to public service, education, and progressive politics, describing him as “a rare Nigerian who gave his all and served unblemished.” “Today, I rejoice with the family, political associates, and friends of our dear father, leader and patriarch, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as we celebrate his remarkable journey of 99 years on earth,” the…

By Peter Omopo  Legal experts have commended Senate President Godswill Akpabio for recusing himself from the presidential panel investigating allegations of sexual harassment brought against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing the move as a wise and necessary step to uphold the integrity of the probe. The panel, constituted by President Bola Tinubu on April 2, 2025, is chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima and tasked with investigating the allegations that have sparked nationwide discourse. The panel initially included representatives nominated by both Akpabio and Akpoti-Uduaghan, as well as other senior government officials. Reacting to Akpabio’s withdrawal, legal professionals said…

By Peter Omopo  In a bid to recognize and reward the efforts of street sweepers in Lagos State, Glo Foundation, in collaboration with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), held a large-scale empowerment event on Saturday for about 1,000 sweepers across the state. The event, organized to honour the sweepers for their dedication to keeping Lagos clean, was held under the foundation’s community impact programme. Speaking at the ceremony, Head of Glo Foundation, Jumobi Mofe-Damijo, lauded the workers for their often overlooked contributions to public hygiene and environmental health. “We recognise the important and thankless jobs that you do…