Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Sola Ojewusi A tragic incident has been reported at a Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination centre in Ondo State, where a mother reportedly died while waiting for her daughter to complete her examination. According to eyewitness accounts, the woman had accompanied her daughter to the centre as part of efforts to support her academic pursuit. While the candidate was inside the examination hall writing her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the mother remained outside, waiting patiently for her child. However, tragedy struck during the course of the examination as the woman suddenly collapsed at the waiting area.…

By Jimmy Fatunbi A new report from the International Labour Organisation has found that around 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to workplace risks, highlighting growing global concern over how modern work environments affect both physical and mental health. The study, titled ‘The psychosocial working environment: Global developments and pathways for action,’ posted on its X account on Wednesday, shows that the way jobs are designed, organised, and managed plays a major role in workers’ wellbeing, stressing that it identifies long working hours, job insecurity, workplace harassment, and bullying as key contributing factors. According to the report,…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State Government has announced the full resumption of its monthly environmental sanitation exercise, with movement restrictions to be enforced during the exercise period. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed in a statement that the sanitation exercise will take place on the last Saturday of every month, beginning April 25, between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. He explained that there would be controlled movement across the state during the exercise to enable residents carry out thorough cleaning of their homes, surroundings, and drainage systems. The commissioner noted that the reintroduction follows an…

By Jimmy Fatunb The Federal Government is set to raise N700bn from the domestic bond market in April 2026, continuing a gradual scale-down in offer size amid persistently high borrowing costs. According to the April 2026 Bond Offer Circular released by the Debt Management Office, the auction will take place on April 27, with settlement slated for April 29. The issuance will involve the re-opening of existing bonds across three maturities, a strategy designed to deepen liquidity in benchmark securities and sustain market activity. Breakdown of the bond shows N300bn for the 17.945 per cent FGN August 2030 bond, N100bn…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has resigned from his position to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State, marking the third ministerial exit from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet within 48 hours. Adelabu, in a resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, said his decision would take effect from April 30 to allow for a smooth transition. He noted that his governorship ambition predates his ministerial appointment and aligns with provisions of the amended Electoral Act, which bars political appointees from contesting elections while in office. Reflecting on his tenure, Adelabu highlighted reforms in the power sector,…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Igi kan kò dá igbó ṣe…one tree cannot make a forest. Life is built on shared effort, not isolation. Whether in marriage, at home, in the church, within groups, or even in leadership and government, progress comes when we unite, support one another, and move with one purpose. No matter how strong or capable one person is, true success and lasting impact are born from teamwork and harmony because, in togetherness, we always achieve more. Asiwaju Cares

By Daniel Alabrah Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said the late Senator Barinada Barry Mpigi was a man whose life left a lasting impact on people and communities. Speaking during the outing and thanksgiving service held in honour of the late federal legislator at the Beth-El Anglican Church, Koroma Deanery in Tai local government area of Rivers State on Sunday, Governor Diri urged Nigerians to nurture and value relationship, noting that good memories and legacies were the consolation of the living. He expressed regret over his inability to attend the his funeral activities due to official commitments,…

By Jimmy Fatunbi Iran has maintained its refusal to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, insisting the waterway will remain closed as long as a United States naval blockade continues, despite an extended ceasefire. Tehran reinforced its stance on Thursday, announcing the seizure of two ships attempting to pass through the narrow channel, a key route for roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said late Wednesday it had ordered 31 vessels to turn back or return to port as part of what it described as a blockade targeting Iran. Tensions persist even as diplomatic…

The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Gen Buba Marwa (rtd) and other experts have raised the alarm over growing substance abuse that  is reshaping the national conversation, saying there is the need for national emergency to tackle the social menace in the interest of future generations. Marwa and other experts, including the President of Recovery Advocacy Network, Dr Adekunle Adesina, gave the warning at the weekend in Abuja during  the third edition of “Fly Above the High” conference. The event was put in place  to spark awareness and collective response for a sweeping national response. Echoing the urgency to…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo In life, the warnings we ignore are the very ones meant to save us. As Yoruba says, “Tí ẹni bá ń sùnwọ̀n, kì í gbọ́”…when pride takes over, listening fades away. Wisdom often comes through correction, guidance, and even uncomfortable truths, but arrogance can blind us to all of it. Stay humble enough to listen because a listening heart is what keeps a person from falling into avoidable mistakes. Asiwaju Cares