Author: TheLagosianMagazine

In a significant move to deepen collaboration between creative media and public institutions, the production team behind the upcoming RedCrest High Series and Book by Audrey Allen Pictures Production paid a courtesy visit to Ms. Eniola Badmus, the Special Assistant on Social Events and Public Hearings to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, at the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday. Led by veteran journalist and media consultant, Mr. Tony Amokeodo, the delegation included Mr. Iyamu Osaretin Retz, the Producer and Project Manager of RedCrest and Ms. Tayo Ashimolowo, an official of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The…

By Peter Omopo  Lagos, July 21, 2025 — Spotify has released its Global Impact List in Nigeria, spotlighting the top 30 Nigerian songs that made waves on the international stage in the first half of 2025. Afrobeats superstar Rema takes the crown with his hit track “Baby (Is it a Crime)”, named the most exported Nigerian song of the year so far. The achievement follows the one-year anniversary of his critically acclaimed album HEIS, reinforcing Rema’s status as a global musical force. Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, Phiona Okumu, described the list as a celebration of Nigerian music’s…

‎”Melody Hymns with Sean Polotee” Returns to the Airwaves, Bringing Inspiration and Joy to Listeners. ‎In a heartwarming development for fans of uplifting radio content, “Melody Hymns with Sean Polotee” is set to continue its impactful run on Melody 107.7 FM on Sundays between 9am-10am. Hosted by the charismatic Sean Polotee, a seasoned broadcast journalist and poet, this show promises to deliver a rich blend of spiritual growth, music, and community engagement. ‎Sean Polotee, known for his dynamic presence on the airwaves, has been making waves in the Nigerian media landscape with his innovative approach to radio hosting. His recent…

By Peter Omopo  Tuesday, July 22 In a major tribute to Afrobeats’ global impact, Billboard has launched its definitive ranking of the 50 greatest Afrobeats songs of all time, starting with numbers 50 through 41. The list, curated by a geographically diverse team of writers from Nigeria, the U.K., and the U.S., celebrates the genre’s evolution from Lagos dancefloors to global arenas. This historic rollout follows a decade of remarkable expansion for Afrobeats, with artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido performing on the world’s biggest stages and collaborating with international icons such as Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran, and Drake. Industry…

By Peter Omopo  Ado Ekiti | July 23, 2025 Hundreds of health workers across Ekiti State have publicly declared their support for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s re-election bid, citing his administration’s sweeping reforms and people-oriented policies in the health sector. The enthusiastic workers—including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, midwives, laboratory scientists, community health officers, and environmental health professionals—marched from the Fajuyi Pavilion to the Governor’s Office in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday in a show of solidarity. They presented a commemorative plaque titled “Health Sector Appreciates His Excellency Biodun Oyebanji” to the governor and praised his transformative efforts. Speaking at the rally, the Chairman…

By Peter Omopo  Lagos, Nigeria – July 19, 2025 Nigerian DJ and music creative Rachel Martins has recounted a harrowing experience in the Philippines, accusing immigration authorities of racial profiling, unjust detention, and degrading treatment despite possessing valid travel documents and the intervention of the Nigerian Embassy in Manila. Martins, who was traveling with her best friend to Manila to attend a sponsored music event by CCMNL, said the ordeal began shortly after arriving at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. According to her, the pair departed Lagos at 3PM on Friday, arrived in Qatar after a 7-hour flight, and then flew…

By Peter Omopo  Abuja, July 19, 2025 — The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum and Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has called on party members and former stakeholders to remain loyal to the party, warning against what he described as politically unwise defections and coalitions with rival parties. Speaking during a political gathering in Abuja, Governor Mohammed said the PDP, with its nationwide structure, long-standing legacy, and proven record of governance, remains a strong platform for politicians seeking to serve the Nigerian people. “If somebody wants to leave PDP to go to another place, how…

By Peter Omopo  Kano, July 23, 2025 — The Nigeria Patriotic Front Movement (NPFM) has announced plans to stage a nationwide peaceful protest on August 1, 2025, to commemorate the victims of the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations held last year. Addressing journalists at a press conference in Kano on Wednesday, NPFM National Chairman, Abdulmajid Daudu, said the protest would honour those who were “unlawfully killed, declared missing, or imprisoned” during the August 1, 2024 protests against poor governance. “On August 1, we will march across the nation to remember and seek justice for our fellow citizens who paid the ultimate price for…

By Peter Omopo  Kano, July 23, 2025 — The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Wednesday destroyed a large consignment of smuggled Tramadol tablets valued at N91 million in Kano State. The illicit drugs, which were intercepted by Customs operatives, were abandoned by smugglers who fled after being confronted by enforcement officers. Speaking during the destruction exercise held at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), NAFDAC Director-General Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye said the agency’s action was in line with international best practices for the disposal of pharmaceutical contraband.…

By Peter Omopo  Abuja, July 23, 2025 — The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday tightened its grip on the 10th Senate as four senators from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) officially defected, raising the ruling party’s Senate strength to 70. The defectors—Senators Francis Fadahunsi (Osun East), Oluwole Olubiyi (Osun Central), Aniekan Bassey (Akwa Ibom North East), and Samson Ekong (Akwa Ibom South)—announced their exit from the PDP during plenary. Their letters of resignation were read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who subsequently instructed the Senate Clerk to update the chamber’s records. The updated party composition in the Senate…