Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Steve Olugbolahan KUKU To perpetually preserve the cultural heritage of Ijebu, His Royal Majesty; Alayeluwa Oba Dr. S. K. Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, led the achievement of a great idea! I do not think there exists any such monumental repository of ethnic culture in Nigeria that is privately sponsored! I made a quick check and found that there are 52 Museums in Nigeria. All Federal Government-owned. The Ijebu National museum is a indeed a masterpiece! A comprehensive compilation of artefacts and symbols of the Ijebu Civilization conceptualized and established by a great king with enthusiastic support from his…

By Val Igwebuike LAGOS, NIGERIA – History will be made this October as Lagos plays host to what is being hailed as the Igbo Celebration of the Century, a grand cultural and intellectual gathering aimed at honouring the 100 Greatest Igbo Personalities of all time. The landmark event is billed to take place at the prestigious Villa Angellia Hotels, Ikoyi, Lagos State, on October 17 and 18, 2025, drawing together the brightest stars of Igbo heritage from across Nigeria and the global diaspora. A Salute to Igbo Excellence Titled “Igbo Personalities Honour of the Century: 100 Greatest Igbos”, the celebration…

By Sola Ojewusi,  The atmosphere at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport in Katsina was heavy with grief this afternoon as the remains of former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, arrived from London to commence his final journey home. Leading the nation in mourning was President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who stood visibly shaken and deeply saddened as he received the casket of his predecessor and political ally. President Tinubu, dressed in a black agbada and a dark cap, fought back tears as the Nigerian Air Force aircraft carrying the late statesman touched down shortly before 2:00 p.m. The casket, draped in…

By Peter Omopo The 63 years old grandma left Nigeria for Canada to pay a visit to her 32 years old daughter, Lydia and her 36 years old son in law, Lucky Ogbejiele. And what was meant to be a joyous family reunion has turned into a monumental tragedy with the husband of her daughter allegedly stabbing her to death. The Bereaved Daughter Narrates the Horror : “When I returned from work, I saw my husband coming out of the house in his work uniform, going to work. He immediately turned back and followed me behind, and I opened the…

By Sola Ojewusi,  The atmosphere at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport in Katsina was heavy with grief this afternoon as the remains of former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, arrived from London to commence his final journey home. Leading the nation in mourning was President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who stood visibly shaken and deeply saddened as he received the casket of his predecessor and political ally. President Tinubu, dressed in a black agbada and a dark cap, fought back tears as the Nigerian Air Force aircraft carrying the late statesman touched down shortly before 2:00 p.m. The casket, draped in…

By Steve Olugbolahan KUKU AWÙJALÈ… The royal title of the traditional king and paramount ruler of the great Ijebu land and people! His kingdom span across an area of about 12,321km2. This great kingdom is home to the most industrious people group of the Yoruba race in South West Nigeria; amongst many other outstanding qualities… The first Awùjalè of Ijebuland in written historical record was Olu-Iwa, while the popular Obanta was actually the 3rd Awùjalè and grandson of Olu-Iwa. Oba Dr. Sikiru Oluwakayode Adetona was the 55th Awujale of Ijebu land… 1. OBA OLU-IWA 2. OBA OSHIN 3. OBANTA; 1430…

By Sola Ojewusi  IBADAN — All roads will lead to the historic city of Ibadan on Saturday, July 19, 2025, as two distinguished families unite in what is widely regarded as the Grand Traditional Wedding of the Year. The stunning bride, Adewunmi Aisha Alugbin, daughter of Chief Adebayo Alugbin and Chief (Mrs.) Olanrewaju Otiti (MNI), will be traditionally joined with her beloved, Olawale Akinwunmi Opayinka, the son of renowned technocrat Mr. Olaniyi Opayinka and the late Mrs. Eunice Olufunke Opayinka. Adewunmi and Olawale’s wedding is more than a celebration of love — it is a symbolic union of excellence, culture,…

By Sola Ojewusi  IBADAN — All roads will lead to the historic city of Ibadan on Saturday, July 19, 2025, as two distinguished families unite in what is widely regarded as the Grand Traditional Wedding of the Year. The stunning bride, Adewunmi Aisha Alugbin, daughter of Chief Adebayo Alugbin and Chief (Mrs.) Olanrewaju Títí (MNI), will be traditionally joined with her beloved, Olawale Akinwunmi Opayinka, the son of renowned technocrat Mr. Olaniyi Opayinka and the late Mrs. Eunice Olufunke Opayinka. Adewunmi and Olawale’s wedding is more than a celebration of love — it is a symbolic union of excellence, culture,…

By Sola Ojewusi  IBADAN — All roads will lead to the historic city of Ibadan on Saturday, July 19, 2025, as two distinguished families unite in what is widely regarded as the Grand Traditional Wedding of the Year. The stunning bride, Adewunmi Aisha Alugbin, daughter of Chief Adebayo Alugbin and Chief (Mrs.) Olanrewaju Alugbin, will be traditionally joined with her beloved, Olawale Akinwunmi Opayinka, the son of renowned technocrat Mr. Olaniyi Opayinka and the late Mrs. Eunice Olufunke Opayinka. Adewunmi and Olawale’s wedding is more than a celebration of love — it is a symbolic union of excellence, culture, and…

By Sola Ojewusi  IBADAN — All roads will lead to the historic city of Ibadan on Saturday, July 19, 2025, as two distinguished families unite in what is widely regarded as the Grand Traditional Wedding of the Year. The stunning bride, Adewunmi Aisha Alugbin, daughter of Chief Adebayo Alugbin and Chief (Mrs.) Olanrewaju Alugbin, will be traditionally joined with her beloved, Olawale Akinwunmi Opayinka, the son of renowned technocrat Mr. Olaniyi Opayinka and the late Mrs. Eunice Olufunke Opayinka. Adewunmi and Olawale’s wedding is more than a celebration of love — it is a symbolic union of excellence, culture, and…