Author: TheLagosianMagazine

Ten #EndBadGovernance Protesters have secured bail with conditions of N10m each and one surety in the like sum. Justice Emeka Nwite of a Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday granted 10 #EndBadGovernance protesters who were arrested and detained for treason among others, to a bail in the sum of N10m each and one surety in like sum. While delivering the ruling, the trial judge held that Nigeria’s criminal justice system has its stipulations for the prosecutor and the defendant. Justice Nwite, agreed with the argument of the 1st 2nd, and 4th defendants’ counsel, Abubakar Marshall, “that anybody charged with…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has predicted thunderstorms and rains from Wednesday to Friday across the country. NiMet’s weather outlook released on Tuesday in Abuja envisaged thunderstorms over parts of Borno, Adamawa, Taraba, Yobe, Katsina, Sokoto and Kaduna States during the morning hours on Wednesday in the northern region. According to NiMet, thunderstorms are expected over parts of Kano, Borno, Katsina, Adamawa, Kaduna, Taraba, Zamfara, Kebbi and Jigawa States during afternoon and evening hours. “In the North Central region, thunderstorms are anticipated over parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa and Niger states during the morning hours. “Later in the day,…

Heineken, the world’s most international beer, has introduced its newly designed 45cl bottle at an exclusive press conference in Onitsha. The event, attended by top directors of Nigerian Breweries, key distributors, and other trade partners, marks a significant milestone in Heineken’s mission for a fresher world. The new 45cl bottle, uniquely tailored to meet the desires of Nigeria’s younger demographic, particularly Millennials and Gen Z consumers, is designed with a sleek and stylish aesthetic. This bottle offers just the right amount of beer—striking the perfect balance for those who want a drink that’s neither too little nor too much. Azuka…

By Sola Ojewusi Hollywood mourns the loss of a legendary icon as James Earl Jones, the renowned actor and unmistakable voice behind Star Wars’ Darth Vader, passed away today at the age of 93. Jones’ deep, resonant voice became synonymous with the infamous villain, sending shivers down the spines of fans worldwide. His iconic performance as Darth Vader cemented his place in cinematic history, making him a household name. With a career spanning over six decades, Jones was a stalwart of Hollywood’s golden generation, gracing the stage and screen with his commanding presence. His impressive repertoire included roles in…

The patriarch of Amokeodo family in Ilesa, Osun State and a community leader, the late Mr Oluyemi Amokeodo, will be buried on Friday, September 13, 2024 at the Redemption Camp, Km 46, Lagos- Ibadan Expressway. A successful businessman, the late Oluyemi Amokeodo died in Lagos on Monday, June 24, 2024, after a brief illness at the age of 86. According to the funeral arrangements by the Amokeodo family, a funeral service for the deceased will be conducted at about 11am at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Gate of Heaven Parish, opposite Children Auditorium, Redemption City of God, Km…

Abuja, Nigeria – September 9, 2024 Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero. According to sources, Ajaero was taken into custody on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, just as he was about to board a flight to the United Kingdom for an official assignment. Details of the arrest are still sketchy, but sources close to the NLC confirm that Ajaero was detained by DSS operatives and is currently being held at an undisclosed location. The reasons behind Ajaero’s arrest are not yet…

Lagos, Nigeria – In a shocking move, the Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has interdicted the Provost of the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM), Prof. Biodun Adewuya, over allegations of insubordination and misconduct. According to a statement released by the university’s Head of Information and Public Relations, Mrs. Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, “Prior to the interdiction, Prof. Adewuya had been issued two separate queries regarding the allegations, to which he provided responses. However, the Vice Chancellor deemed these responses unsatisfactory and unacceptable and, as such, has referred the case to the Joint Council-Senate Disciplinary Committee…

By Jimmy Fatunbi A British prisoner is among five inmates who have escaped from a high-security prison in Portugal. A search is continuing for Mark Cameron Roscaleer and four other prisoners after they broke out of the Vale de Judeus jail about 43 miles (70km) north of the capital Lisbon on Saturday. They escaped by scaling the wall with a ladder and had “external help”, the Portuguese prison service said, according to Reuters news agency. Roscaleer is serving a nine-year prison sentence for kidnap and robbery, Portuguese media report. Vale de Judeus is a high-security prison with a capacity of…

The Federal Government has announced plans to establish Blood Collection Centres in all 774 local government areas, including the Federal Capital Territory, to ensure the availability of blood during medical emergencies and transfusions. The Head, Media and Publicity, National Blood Service Agency, Abdullahi Haruna, made this known in a statement on Saturday in Abuja. The statement quoted Prof. Saleh Yuguda, the Director-General, NBSA, as reiterating the government’s commitment towards addressing blood shortages in the country as the initiative would save lives. “We are working tirelessly to ensure that blood needs are adequately addressed, and this initiative is a significant step…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has denied claims that it is responsible for the recent hike in premium motor spirit, commonly called petrol, in the country. The company said the pricing of petroleum products from any refinery, including the Dangote Refinery Ltd, is determined by global market forces, stating that there is no guarantee of lower prices associated with domestic refining of the products in the country. The NNPC stated this on Saturday in reaction to rumours it is attempting to monopolise the offtake of all products from the Dangote Refinery Ltd. In the statement titled “NNPC Ltd Not…