Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Oluwabukunmi The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, saying he would “continue to contest for president on social media but never as President of Nigeria.” Wike made the remark on Thursday during the inauguration of newly constructed roads in the Mabushi District of Abuja, reacting to Obi’s recent criticism of public school conditions in the FCT. Obi, during a visit to LEA Primary School, Kapwa, on Wednesday, had described the poor state of the facility as “a national disgrace,” lamenting the absence of…

By Oluwabukunmi The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Ibadan chapter, has accused the Federal Government of lacking sincerity in its approach to collective bargaining and the welfare of academic staff in Nigeria’s public universities. The union said the government’s handling of lecturers’ working conditions and its attitude towards tertiary education demonstrated a lack of genuine commitment to revitalising the nation’s universities. Speaking on Situation Room, a radio programme in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, ASUU-UI Chairman, Dr. Adefemi Afolabi, said the union’s recent two-week warning strike was forced by what he described as the Federal Government’s “delay tactics”…

By Peter Omopo Abuja – The Senate has confirmed Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).His confirmation followed a voice vote conducted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Thursday’s plenary, after Amupitan underwent screening and responded to questions from lawmakers. Professor Amupitan, a Professor of Law and former Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Jos, arrived at the National Assembly complex earlier in the day, accompanied by the Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Ododo, and other dignitaries. At about 12:50 p.m., he was ushered into the Senate chamber…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Tinubu is set to commission several newly completed projects at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) as part of the institution’s 40th Convocation Ceremony scheduled to hold from Friday, October 17 to Sunday, October 26, 2025. The University’s Registrar, Mr. Mansur Alfanla, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that the week-long celebration will feature a series of events showcasing the institution’s academic and infrastructural milestones. As part of the activities, former Lagos State Governor and immediate past Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN, will deliver the Convocation Lecture titled “The Gen-Z…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian Senate on Thursday suspended deliberations on a bill seeking to repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and replace it with a new Electoral Act 2025, following calls for broader stakeholder consultations and deeper understanding of the proposed reforms. The decision came after the Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti), moved a motion to stand down the debate, which was seconded by Minority Leader, Abba Moro (PDP, Benue). The motion was unanimously adopted at plenary. Bamidele explained that it was not the right time for the upper chamber to proceed into an executive session on a bill…

By Oluwabukunmi  Nollywood actor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately declare the seat of Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, vacant following his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Governor Diri announced his resignation from the PDP on Wednesday alongside several members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, a move that has stirred widespread speculation that he may be set to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). In his statement of resignation, Diri cited “obvious reasons” for his departure but did not provide specific…

By Peter Omopo The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has denied any involvement in the planned #FreeNnamdiKanu protest reportedly being organised by activist Omoyele Sowore and his associates, describing the reports as false, misleading, and politically motivated. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday at the Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan, the NANS President, Olushola Oladoja, said the association had no connection to the proposed protest slated for October 20, warning Nigerian students nationwide not to be deceived or used by individuals pursuing selfish political interests. “We wish to state categorically and unequivocally that NANS is not, and will not…

By Peter Omopo Yenagoa – In a dramatic political development, all eight local government chairmen in Bayelsa State have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and publicly declared their support for Governor Douye Diri, following his recent decision to dump the party. The council bosses made their announcement on Wednesday evening during a press conference held at the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) Secretariat in Yenagoa, the state capital. Governor Diri had earlier in the day announced his resignation from the PDP alongside 23 members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly. The move, which took place…

By Peter Omopo Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, has dismissed reports suggesting that his administration is holding peace talks with bandits, insisting that his government will never negotiate with criminals. Speaking at the passing-out ceremony of the third batch of the Community Watch Corps (C-Watch) in Katsina on Wednesday, Radda said his administration remains firmly focused on achieving “genuine and sustainable peace” through community-driven security initiatives rather than appeasement. “We Are Not Negotiating with Bandits” — Radda “There have been headlines claiming the Katsina State Government is negotiating with bandits. That is far from reality,” Radda said. “I…

By Peter Omopo  Argentina have booked their place in the final of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup after a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Colombia in the semi-final on Thursday. A 74th-minute strike from Mateo Silvetti proved decisive at the Estadio Nacional de Santiago, sending the Albicelestes into their eighth U-20 World Cup final, where they will face a history-making Morocco side. Silvetti Delivers for Argentina In a tightly contested match, Gianluca Prestianni carved open the Colombian defence on the right flank, delivering a precise assist that Silvetti powered home from close range to give Argentina the lead. Colombia’s hopes…