Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Our Correspondent Fresh controversy has erupted around the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) following the circulation of an alleged leaked audio recording said to involve former church member, Funke Ashekun, and a network of dissatisfied ex-members allegedly mobilizing against the ministry and its General Overseer, Dr. Daniel Kolawole Olukoya. The audio recording, now trending across several social media platforms and blogs, has intensified an already simmering dispute involving former associates of the church, online commentators, and supporters of the ministry. At the center of the storm is Funke Ashekun, a former member of the church who has…

By Abiodun Moshood Olowokogbajo The literary landscape of Lagos State University and beyond, experienced an intellectual awakening over the past month, courtesy of the spectacular launch and run of AJAKAYE STRIDA LITERARY LIMELIGHT. Broadcasting live every Tuesday from 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm on LASU Radio 95.7 FM—rightly dubbed Lively and Solidly Unique—this masterfully curated programme has rapidly established itself as the premier destination for academic enrichment and creative expression. Led by the brilliant and charismatic Host, Ajakaye Rashidat Olamide, alongside dynamic Co-hosts Abiodun Moshood Olowokogbajo and Vincent Hosu, the programme spent the month of April empowering young minds, shaping…

The Sooko Agoriesin of Ile-Ife and Aare Yoruba Agbaye-President of the Yoruba Council Worldwide, Sooko Oladotun Hassan, has called on Nigerians to embrace peace, unity and collective responsibility in addressing the security challenges confronting the country as Muslims across the world celebrate the Eid-ul-Kabir festival. In his Eid-ul-Kabir message made available to journalists on Wednesday, Sooko Agoriesin congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world for witnessing another season of sacrifice, obedience and devotion symbolised by the holy celebration. He urged Nigerians irrespective of religious, ethnic and political differences to use the occasion to pray for the peace, stability and…

By Sola Ojewusi There are love stories. And then, there are the kinds that leave humanity speechless. The story of Timothy Oladipo Ayanbadejo and his beloved wife, Margaret Modupe Ayanbadejo, belongs to that sacred class of affection that transcends romance and enters eternity itself. For decades, they journeyed through life not merely as husband and wife, but as companions whose hearts seemed stitched together by heaven. They laughed together, prayed together, suffered together, healed together, and aged gracefully side by side until the twilight years of life became a quiet symphony of devotion. People around them often noticed something unusual…

By Jimmy Fatunbi In celebration of Eid-el-Kabir, the Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, carried out a wide-reaching Sallah support initiative across communities, traditional institutions, religious bodies, markets, transport unions, and security agencies within the LCDA. The Chairman graciously approved the distribution of #500,000 Naira and 5 bags of rice each for every ward and L.G.A. He distributed rams, bags of rice and cash to seven Baales; rams and bags of rice to markets; rice and rams to Transport Union; cows, rice and Cash to Kabiyesi Onigbongbo and Oregun; seventy- seven rams and bags of rice; bags of…

By El-ameen Ibrahim A new wave of grassroots transformation is steadily reshaping Mbaitoli/Ikeduru Federal Constituency in Imo State, driven by the purposeful and people-oriented leadership of Hon. Engr. Akarachi Amadi, the federal lawmaker representing the constituency in Nigeria’s House of Representatives. It is instructive to know that Amadi’s stellar performance is being acknowledged and appreciated by the people of Mbaitoli/Ikeduru who voted massively for his re-election during the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election where he was returned unopposed with the APC ticket — to continue his impactful representation at the Green Chamber In the APC primary…

Nigeria’s microfinance sector recorded a significant milestone as LAPO Microfinance Bank (LAPO MfB) has become the first in its category to enter the Voluntary Adoption Stage of financial reporting compliance under the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria. The development also positions the institution as the first microfinance bank in the country to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS 1 and IFRS 2), marking a shift towards stronger financial transparency and global reporting alignment within the sub-sector. The Voluntary Adoption Stage requires institutions to formally register their commitment to adopting approved reporting standards ahead of full compliance. Industry observers note that…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday formally accepted the presidential nomination of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 general election, pledging to consolidate ongoing reforms aimed at reshaping Nigeria’s economy and governance structure. Speaking at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja before party leaders, governors, and delegates, the President said the mandate of his administration remains unfinished and required continuity to sustain what he described as emerging progress. “In 2022, our task was to chart a new direction for our party and nation. Today, our task is to affirm that continuity is…

LAPO Microfinance Bank (LAPO MfB), a premium financial institution has joined millions across the continent to commemorate Africa Day 2026, celebrating Africa’s rich heritage, resilience, and collective aspirations for sustainable development and economic prosperity. Marked annually on May 25, Africa Day honors the founding of the Organization of African Unity (now the African Union) and serves as a moment of reflection on the continent’s progress and shared future. This year’s commemoration comes at a critical time as African institutions, governments, and private sector players intensify efforts toward inclusive growth, financial empowerment, and sustainable development. In a statement released to mark…

LAPO Microfinance Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting small businesses after clinching the awards for Best Microfinance Bank Supporting Small Businesses and Microfinance Bank of the Year 2025 at the 6th edition of the Nigeria National SME Business Awards. The prestigious recognition was conferred by the Association of Small Business Owners of Nigeria (ASBON) in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, in acknowledgement of the Bank’s sustained contributions to the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria. According to the organisers, the awards recognise LAPO MfB’s measurable impact in…