Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo Afrobeats superstar Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has earned seven nominations for the 2026 Headies Awards, emerging as one of the leading contenders ahead of the 18th edition of the prestigious Nigerian music ceremony. The nominations were announced on Tuesday by the organisers in an Instagram post unveiling contenders for the awards, which are themed “Africa to the World.” Wizkid is nominated across several major categories, including Song of the Year, Afrobeats Single of the Year, Afrobeats Album of the Year, Best Male Artiste, Digital Artiste of the Year, Producer of the Year and Viewers’ Choice.…

By Peter Omopo A British man has become the first patient in the world to undergo brain surgery with the assistance of live artificial intelligence, with surgeons successfully removing a tumour that threatened his vision. Rhys Hibbert, a 48-year-old father of two from Bedfordshire, underwent the pioneering procedure at University College London Hospital after doctors determined that his tumour was putting pressure on the optic nerves responsible for his vision. Surgeons said the operation could have prevented Hibbert from losing his sight and demonstrated the potential of real-time artificial intelligence to support complex neurosurgical procedures. Hibbert’s medical problems began about…

By Peter Omopo The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, have returned to the United Kingdom with their two children, Archie and Lilibet, days after reports emerged that the family planned to relocate to the country. The family is understood to have travelled privately from California and arrived in Birmingham shortly before midday, according to BBC News. A spokesperson for Harry and Meghan declined to comment on the reported arrival, saying the couple would not discuss the matter publicly. The family was reportedly not accompanied by a visible police presence as they left the airport. The…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) to intensify efforts to curb gas flaring and harness the country’s natural gas resources for greater economic benefits. Tinubu made the call on Wednesday when the Board of NLNG, led by its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Adeleye Falade, briefed him at the State House in Abuja. The President commended the company for improving its operational capacity and delivering substantial returns to its shareholders but stressed the need for greater emphasis on the domestic utilisation of Nigeria’s abundant gas resources. Tinubu identified gas flaring as both…

By Sola Ojewusi VICTORIA, SEYCHELLES — General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and his wife, Pastor Mrs Foluke Adeboye, have paid a courtesy visit to the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, at the State House in Victoria. The RCCG delegation, led by the Country Pastor of RCCG Seychelles, Pastor Terrence Payet, was warmly received by President Herminie during the significant engagement with the country’s highest office. The meeting provided an opportunity for the President and the RCCG leadership to discuss the role of faith-based institutions in addressing social…

By IfeanyiChukwu Afuba (A Review Of _The Politics Of Biafra And The Future Of Nigeria_ ) Hon Chudi Offodile’s energy – filled book calls to mind two striking titles from past intellectual engagement with Nigeria. In chronological order, the first was a 1985 poem by Sonala Olumhense in _The_ _Guardian_ “Because I Love You.” The other was Emeka Ojukwu’s 1988 book, _Because I am Involved._ Both works addressed Nigeria; in varying, heart – felt, critical terms and tones. A testament of belonging laced the lines, tempering occasional flow of anger as act of concern. And that is largely the spirit,…

By IfeanyiChukwu Afuba An Executive Director of Nigerian Maritime, Administration and Safety Agency, (NIMASA), Chudi Offodile, says erosion and environmental issues, low internally generated revenue, soaring house rent and brain drain are some of the major challenges facing Anambra State as it marks 35 years of creation. In a congratulatory message to Ndi Anambra on the State’s 35th anniversary, Offodile described the State’s development journey as a bag of mixed stuff. He noted that while appreciable progress had been made in the past 35 years, there were still serious work to be done to place the State on firm footing.…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Nigeria’s journalism community has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran journalist and former President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), Mr. Dotun Oladipo, who reportedly died suddenly in Lagos on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. He was 56. The announcement of his death was made by the President of GOCOP, Danlami Nmodu, mni, through the guild’s WhatsApp platform on Tuesday night. Nmodu described the development as a deeply painful loss, announcing that Oladipo, who served as an emeritus president of the organisation, had passed away. The death of Oladipo has sparked grief…

By Tola Balogun Peter Obi has finally made one thing clear: he supports the removal of petrol subsidy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt, Obi said, “I subscribe and maintain that you need to remove subsidy. Mismanagement of the proceeds shouldn’t be the reason for not removing it.” He argued, however, that the resources released by subsidy removal have been mismanaged and that Nigerians should have been given alternative benefits from the money recovered. That position deserves commendation insofar as it represents an acceptance of the fundamental economic…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide The Nigerian naira maintained relative stability against the United States dollar in the parallel foreign exchange market on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with the dollar trading at about N1,390 for buying and N1,400 for selling across major Bureau De Change (BDC) markets. Information gathered from BDC operators showed that dealers were purchasing one US dollar from customers for approximately N1,390, while those seeking to buy the currency were paying around N1,400. The relatively narrow gap between the buying and selling rates points to continued stability in the parallel market, even as demand for foreign exchange remains…