Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo Team Nigeria has concluded its campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with a commendable seventh place finish on the overall medals table, emerging as the highest ranked African nation after an impressive performance across several sporting events. The Nigerian contingent amassed 24 medals, comprising 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze, to secure seventh position behind Australia, England, Canada, India, Scotland and New Zealand. Australia topped the medals standings with a dominant haul of 171 medals, including 70 gold, 45 silver and 56 bronze. England finished second with 110 medals, while Canada claimed third place with…

By Peter Omopo The Kebbi State High Court judge, Hon. Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, who was abducted about a week ago, has regained his freedom and safely reunited with his family. A family member confirmed the development on Monday, revealing that the judge returned home after spending one week in captivity. According to the family, Justice Bunza’s return has brought immense relief and gratitude. “We are in jubilation and full of gratitude to God for seeing our own return safely from captivity. He was just released and has returned home after spending one week with the bandits,” the family member…

By Bimbo Esho My first encounter with Evangelist (Dr.) Funmi Aragbaiye was sometime last year when I reached out to inform her about a prestigious recognition our company, Evergreen Musical Company, was organizing in partnership with the Lagos State Government. True to our philosophy of honouring excellence based solely on merit and genuine achievement, we unanimously chose to celebrate a woman whose life has been defined by grace, impeccable character, and unwavering commitment to both the Christian faith and the Nigerian music industry. For over four decades, Evangelist (Dr.) Funmi Aragbaiye has built an enviable reputation, not only as one…

By Bimbo Esho There are musicians who simply entertain, and there are those who create a movement around their music. Saint Janet belongs to the latter category. Love her or loathe her, she remains one of the most unconventional and fearless female entertainers Nigeria has produced. For decades, she has built a unique brand around satire, humour, street philosophy, and provocative lyrics, proving that originality can carve out a lasting place in the ever-evolving Nigerian music industry. Long before female artistes began pushing creative boundaries in popular music, Saint Janet had already established herself as a bold and unapologetic performer.…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide A renewed conversation has emerged within Christian circles following an emotional appeal by Pastor Titi Akindayomi, daughter of the late Reverend Josiah Akindayomi, the founder of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), over what she described as the diminishing recognition of her father’s role in establishing the church. Pastor Titi expressed concern that many members, including some senior ministers, are unaware that her father founded RCCG. She argued that the contributions and sacrifices of the church’s pioneer should remain visible and be preserved for future generations. According to her, the late Rev. Akindayomi faithfully obeyed…

The enduring relevance of Professor Wole Soyinka’s dramatic satire came alive once again as Return of Jero, a contemporary reimagining of The Trials of Brother Jero, held audiences spellbound at the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan, Lagos, on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The production formed part of activities marking Professor Soyinka’s 92nd birthday and the 40th anniversary of his Nobel Prize in Literature, reaffirming the timelessness of one of Africa’s most celebrated playwrights and the continued relevance of his social commentary. Far from being a nostalgic retelling, Return of Jero transported Soyinka’s iconic beach prophet into…

Seven decades after beginning a life devoted to shaping young minds, veteran educationist and former Principal of Methodist High School, Ilesa, Osun State, Chief (Mrs.) Iyabo Famiyesin (née Amokeodo), has been celebrated for a legacy that extends far beyond the classroom, with family, colleagues and education stakeholders gathering to honour her outstanding contributions to learning and human development. The platinum jubilee celebration, held on Saturday in Ilesa, transformed into a tribute to a woman whose career in education has spanned public service, private school administration and mentorship, earning widespread admiration across the educational community. Relatives from the Famiyesin and Amokeodo…

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the appointment of General Officers Commanding (GOCs) for four newly established Nigerian Army Divisions following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval for the expansion of the Army’s force structure in a major move aimed at strengthening the country’s security architecture. The development, announced in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation of the Nigerian Army as it seeks to enhance operational effectiveness, improve command and control, and respond more swiftly to the…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to dedicate one-third of his personal fortune to charitable causes, reinforcing his commitment to improving lives across the continent through strategic philanthropy. The billionaire industrialist said the decision reflects his belief that wealth should be used to create lasting social impact, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, education, nutrition and economic empowerment. Dangote, whose business empire spans cement, sugar, salt, fertiliser and petroleum refining, noted that his charitable investments would continue to focus on addressing some of Africa’s most pressing development challenges. He stressed that supporting vulnerable communities…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a Nigerian Army soldier who had been declared wanted over allegations of supplying military uniforms and other accoutrements to terrorist groups operating in the North-East. The development was disclosed by security analyst Zagazola Makama in a post shared on his verified X handle, where he provided details of the operation that led to the suspect’s arrest. According to Makama, the suspect, identified as Private Mohammed Yusuf with service number 23NA/84/1939, is attached to the Nigerian Army Ordnance Training Facility (NAOTF), Lagos. He was reportedly apprehended at about 6:30 p.m.…