Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s Nigeria national football team secured a 2-1 victory over Iran national football team in an international friendly played in Turkey, as both sides continued preparations during the March international window. The Super Eagles took an early lead through Moses Simon, who found the net in the 5th minute to put Nigeria ahead. The advantage was extended in the 52nd minute when Akor Adams finished off a well-coordinated move to double the lead. Iran responded in the 67th minute with a goal from Mehdi Taremi, but Nigeria maintained their composure to hold on for the win. The…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State High Court sitting in its Tapa Commercial Division has dismissed a ₦57.4 million debt recovery suit filed by United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc against a customer, Mr Arueyingho Gbemi Mac, ending a protracted legal dispute that began in 2013. Delivering judgment in suit No. LD/146/2013, Justice A. M. Ipaye held that the bank failed to establish its claim that the defendant owed the alleged sum under a mortgage facility granted in 2007. Instead, the court found that the customer was entitled to a credit balance of ₦7,574,592.87 after a detailed review of the…

By Peter Omopo Top officials of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have conducted an early morning inspection of the party’s convention venue at Eagle Square, ahead of its forthcoming national gathering, with assurances of enhanced security and the deployment of smart technology. The inspection, carried out on Friday at the APC Convention Centre within Eagle Square in Abuja, was led by senior party figures alongside the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu. Also present at the venue was the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, as well as members of the convention’s security committee, who assessed the level…

By Peter Omopo Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has said the challenges facing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) can be overcome through decisive internal reforms, including the conduct of a fresh national convention. In a statement shared on Friday via his verified X handle, Saraki urged party stakeholders to prioritise the emergence of a new and properly constituted National Working Committee (NWC), stressing that such leadership must be duly validated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). According to the former Kwara State governor, restoring internal legitimacy within the party is essential to rebuilding public confidence and strengthening its structures…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasised the continued importance of books in education, stating that technological advancement cannot replace reading in schools. She made the remarks during a meeting with the United States Special Envoy for Best Future Generations, Charles Harder, on the sidelines of the “Fostering the Future Together” Global Summit hosted by Melania Trump in Washington, D.C.. Mrs. Tinubu stressed that reading books remains vital for children, as it helps broaden their knowledge without the distractions associated with social media and other digital platforms. She noted that education remains a central priority of the…

By Peter Omopo Nigerian artistes recorded major success at the 2026 edition of the MOBO Awards held in Manchester, with Wizkid and Ayra Starr emerging among the biggest winners. Wizkid clinched the Best African Music Act award, beating fellow Nigerian nominees including Davido, Rema, Shallipopi, Tiwa Savage, and Adekunle Gold. Ayra Starr secured the Best International Act award in what observers describe as a major global breakthrough, edging out international stars such as Cardi B, Gunna, and Kehlani. In the media category, British-Nigerian content creator Niko Omilana won Best Media Personality, ahead of several nominees. The awards ceremony, held for…

By Peter Omopo The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned that Nigeria’s 2027 general elections could be at risk if adequate attention is not given to national security, stressing that credible polls depend on a stable environment. Chairman of the commission, Joash Okechukwu Amupitan, made the remarks at the 2nd Annual Lecture of the Alumni Association of the National Institute for Security Studies in Abuja. Amupitan said elections and security should no longer be treated as separate concerns, describing them as “two sides of the same coin of national stability.” He noted that with the release of the 2027 election…

By Peter Omopo The Defence Headquarters has dismissed claims that the Nigerian Armed Forces are considering leniency for terrorists, describing the reports as misleading and taken out of context. In a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Samaila Uba, the DHQ said a viral social media post distorted remarks made by the Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, regarding Operation SAFE CORRIDOR. The military high command said the post falsely suggested that the Armed Forces were prioritising leniency for terrorists over justice for victims, warning that such narratives undermine ongoing national security efforts. Clarifying the initiative, the DHQ…

By Peter Omopo Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has reduced its gantry price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦1,200 per litre, while its coastal price has been adjusted to ₦1,153 per litre. The company disclosed the price adjustment in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Anthony Chiejina, noting that the move reflects a downward review of its pricing structure. The 650,000 barrels-per-day refinery cut its petrol price by ₦85 per litre, down from the previous ₦1,285 per litre charged at the gantry. The reduction follows a series of price increases earlier in March 2026, largely driven by volatility in…

By Peter Omopo Security has been tightened across key parts of Abuja, with heavy deployment of operatives at the Eagle Square ahead of the national convention of the All Progressives Congress. Armed personnel drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and other paramilitary agencies have taken strategic positions around the venue to maintain order during the two-day event scheduled for March 27 and 28. Major access roads leading to Eagle Square were barricaded, resulting in traffic diversions and forcing many commuters to trek to their destinations as movement within the city…