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A Lagosian Magazine Editorial In the noisy theatre of Nigeria’s social media, reputations are often built—and battered—at breakneck speed. But every so often, a plot twist forces a pause. The recent public apology by a prominent blogger, popularly known as Aunty Adunni, to Dr. Daniel Olukoya, founder of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), is one such moment. It is not just the apology that has stirred conversation. It is what the apology represents: a rare reversal in a digital culture that too often rewards certainty over truth, virality over verification. From Amplifier to Apologist For months, the…

President Duma Boko has declared a state of emergency and announced drastic measures against South Africa, amid escalating tensions fueled by accusations of xenophobia against Botswana citizens. Among the most striking decisions is the cutoff of electricity to several South African provinces—an unprecedented move that risks worsening the already severe energy crisis in the neighboring country. In addition, the Botswana government has ordered the immediate closure of its borders and demanded the return of all its citizens currently in South Africa. In a firm speech, Duma Boko strongly criticized the treatment of Botswana nationals, recalling his country’s historical support during…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Ẹni a fẹ́ là mọ̀, a ò mọ ẹni tó fẹ́ wa.” …We often know the ones we love, but not always the ones who truly love us. In chasing the people we care about, we sometimes overlook those quietly showing up for us with genuine love and loyalty. Take a moment to look around. Real love isn’t always loud or obvious. Value those who value you, appreciate the hearts that choose you daily, and don’t let sincere love pass you by while you’re focused elsewhere. ADT Cares

By Moses Olafare  The  Ooni of Ifẹ, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi has installed the President of the Yoruba Council Worldwide Barrister Oladotun Hassan as the Sooko Agoriesin of . The installation ceremony took place over the weekend at the historic Wanikin House and Ogbooru Amodo Ruling House in Ile-Ife. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Director of Media and Public Affairs at the Ooni’s Palace, Otunba Moses Olafare. According to the statement, the event featured traditional rites and royal blessings performed by palace priests and custodians of Yoruba culture, in accordance with the customs of…

By Jimmy Fatunbi In line with the Executive Chairman’s Letter “E” of his FINE Agenda, which emphasizes Ensuring the Well-being of the People, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo hosted the first edition of the Onigbongbo LCDA Mega Health Outreach, offering comprehensive healthcare services to more than 500 residents in Onigbongbo LCDA. The impactful event was held at Bola Memorial Anglican Primary School on Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, GRA Ikeja. It attracted a large number of community members who benefited from a variety of free medical services aimed at raising health awareness, promoting preventive care and improving access to quality healthcare. At the…

By Peter Omopo The Akwa Ibom State Government has launched its first international flight service, with a maiden trip departing Uyo for Accra, Ghana, on Saturday. The inaugural flight, operated by Ibom Air, took off from Victor Attah International Airport en route to Kotoka International Airport, marking a major milestone in the state’s aviation and economic development drive. A return flight from Accra to Uyo is scheduled for Sunday, May 3. The development follows the recent upgrade of the airport to international status, approved by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, alongside infrastructure investments by Governor Umo Eno to meet global aviation standards.…

By Peter Omopo Governor Umo Eno has inaugurated a modern agricultural equipment leasing facility in Uyo, aimed at promoting mechanised farming and increasing food production in Akwa Ibom State. The facility, commissioned at Ekpri Nsukara, is designed to support farmers with access to modern equipment and help transition agriculture from subsistence to commercial-scale operations. Speaking at the event, the governor described the initiative as a major step toward transforming the agricultural sector, urging farmers to embrace farming as a profitable enterprise. He noted that the project represents the first phase of the state government’s equipment leasing programme, with additional phases…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Arigisegi ní igbó, orí ara ẹni ló fi ń rọ̀”…even in the forest, it is one’s own inner self that brings calm; this reminds us that peace comes from within, while those who carry evil carry their own unrest, and in the end, whatever is sent out returns, so those who plan harm will meet it themselves. Stay rooted in goodness and let your inner peace speak for you. ADT Cares

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Saturday for official visits to France, Kenya, and Rwanda as part of a multi-nation diplomatic engagement aimed at strengthening international partnerships. According to a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the trip will commence with a stop in France before proceeding to Nairobi, Kenya. In Nairobi, President Tinubu is scheduled to attend the Africa-France Summit, co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto. The summit, slated for May 11 to 12, will focus on key issues including energy transition, green industrialisation,…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Aguntan tó bá aja rìn, ìgbé ni yóò jẹ́”… a sheep that walks with a dog will eat feces; this reminds us that the people around you shape your habits and character, so choose wisely, stay with those who uplift you, because the wrong crowd will quietly lead you into what you never planned. ADT Cares