Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Olugbolahan Kuku Thursday September 25, 2025 was a day of “thanksgiving” at Agboyi Ketu. Not the regular thanksgiving to the Divine One in a place of worship, but this time to men and women who gave their support, prayers, substance and votes in a political scenario. The elegant and hardworking Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA; Hon. Adetola Adunni Abubakar was having her final day of appreciation tour to show her gratitude to the market women and men for their support during the campaigns and elections. She came all out with her team of Council Administrators such as the Vice Chairman,…

By Oluwabukunmi September 25, 2025 – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the promotion of 471 junior staff members following its weekly meeting on Thursday in Abuja. A statement signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, said the promotions were recommended by the Appointment, Promotion and Disciplinary Committee and carried out in accordance with the Commission’s Staff Conditions of Service. According to Olumekun, 515 staff were shortlisted, out of which 214 advanced to Grade Level 07, 134 to GL06, 106 to GL05, and 17 to GL04. “The promotion of…

By Peter Omopo  September 25, 2025 – The Police Service Commission (PSC) has renamed its Chairman’s Conference Hall after its late former Chairman and ex-Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase, who died on August 31, 2025, at the age of 69. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Commission’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani. According to the statement, the sixth-floor conference hall at the PSC’s headquarters in Abuja will now be known as the Solomon Arase Hall. “The Police Service Commission has named its Chairman’s Hall on the 6th floor of its…

By Peter Omopo  Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba has broken into the world’s top 10 rankings, according to the latest update released by The Ring magazine on Thursday. The 30-year-old pugilist, who boasts a professional record of 20 wins, one loss, and one draw with 14 knockouts, is now ranked No. 10, cementing his status among the sport’s elite. Ajagba’s inclusion in the prestigious list—widely considered boxing’s most respected independent ratings—follows a string of impressive victories that have reignited his push for a world title shot. His latest triumph further reinforced his reputation as one of Africa’s leading heavyweight contenders.…

By Oluwabukunmi  The Lagos State Government on Thursday commenced the demolition of illegal and unsafe structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo Local Government Area, as part of its efforts to enforce physical planning laws and restore order in the area. Confirming the exercise in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Jubril Gawat, said the operation was targeted at “illegal developments, structures without statutory approvals, defective buildings, and constructions erected on road setbacks and drainage channels.” According to Gawat, the state could no longer ignore developments that obstruct critical…

By Peter Omopo  Nigeria is on the brink of a nationwide blackout after the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) on Wednesday ordered its members to down tools indefinitely over unresolved disputes with the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). In a circular signed by its Acting General Secretary, Dominic Igwebike, the union directed electricity workers across the country to withdraw their services with immediate effect, accusing TCN management of neglecting long-standing welfare and operational concerns. According to NUEE, the strike followed the expiration of an ultimatum issued to TCN, which it accused of failing to address grievances including poor staff…

By Peter Omopo  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has reiterated the need for forgiveness and reconciliation in Nigeria, stressing that he does not bear grudges against anyone. Jonathan made the remarks during a public engagement at the weekend, where he emphasized that forgiveness is a vital tool for peacebuilding and national unity. The former president’s message, observers noted, reflects his long-standing philosophy of prioritising peace over personal interest—a principle most visibly demonstrated when he conceded defeat in the 2015 presidential election, a move that many believe averted a major national crisis and outbreak of violence. “I don’t bear grudges against people.…

By Ismaila Uba Misilli 25th September, 2025 – Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has expressed immense delight over the elevation of Dr. Kupan D. Amos, Ph.D, mni, to the rank of Deputy Controller General (DCG) of Corrections in the Nigeria Correctional Service. Dr. Amos Kupan was officially decorated with his new rank, on Thursday, 25th September, 2025, by the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, following the approval of his promotion by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, based on recommendations by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). An…

By Oluwabukunmi  The Federal Government has directed all Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and higher institutions across the country to begin mandatory verification of academic credentials as part of efforts to curb the use of fake certificates. The enforcement, tied to the National Policy for the Nigerian Education Repository and Databank (NERD), will officially commence on October 6, 2025, according to a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, and made available to newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday. Verification to Be Conducted Through NCVS Under the policy, every current and prospective staff member…

By Oluwabukunmi  New York, September 17, 2025 — The Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has urged Nigeria to prioritise private sector participation as a cornerstone of economic growth, warning that government spending alone cannot deliver the scale of transformation required. Speaking at a high-level investment summit on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Sanusi emphasised that unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential requires strong collaboration between government and private capital. “Nigeria cannot rely solely on government spending. The private sector must be given a central role in driving growth and attracting the investments needed…