Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo Popular Nigerian dancer and socialite, Iweh Pascal Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is scheduled to appear before the Snaresbrook Crown Court in London over assault charges. The court confirmed the development in correspondence with PUNCH Online on Tuesday, stating that the case has been listed for plea and trial preparation on September 15, 2026. James Baker, the court’s Admin Team Lead, said the hearing would be open to members of the public, while the specific time and courtroom would be made available a day before the proceedings. The confirmation followed inquiries concerning allegations of sexual assault…

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, led a delegation to the residence of the Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Tayo Ayinde, to celebrate and honour him on the occasion of his birthday. The visit was a demonstration of the administration’s appreciation for Mr. Ayinde’s exemplary service to Lagos State, his commitment to good governance, and his contributions to the development and progress of Onigbongbo LCDA and of the state. Speaking during the visit, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo described Mr. Tayo Ayinde as a dependable public…

By Sola Ojewusi Pastor Adeboye officiates historic ceremony in Kampala, charges new Bishop to advance gospel across Africa The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has celebrated the episcopal consecration of Pastor Patience Museveni Rwabwogo, daughter of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Janet Museveni, as Bishop, describing the historic ceremony as a significant moment in the emergence of a new generation of apostolic and episcopal leadership in Africa. The consecration took place at Covenant Nations Church in Luzira, Kampala, Uganda, during the 20th-anniversary celebration of the church founded by Bishop Rwabwogo. The ceremony was officiated by the General…

By Samson Sule LAGOS — The Nigerian media and entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran media entrepreneur and founder of the Nigeria Media Nite-Out Awards, Sola Olugbemiro, popularly known as “Swollen” and Solkem. Olugbemiro reportedly died late on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at Ifako General Hospital in Lagos, following a sudden deterioration in his health. According to a close associate of the deceased, Olugbemiro reportedly slumped on Thursday and never fully recovered from the incident. His condition was said to have worsened considerably on Sunday before he was eventually pronounced dead later that night.…

By Peter Omopo Fidelity Bank Plc has secured approval from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) to extend the deadline for publishing its audited financial statements for the half year ended June 30, 2026, to September 30. The bank disclosed the development in a statement dated August 21, 2026, signed by its Company Secretary, Ezinwa Unuigboje. According to the statement, the extension was granted because the audit of the bank’s first half 2026 financial statements is still being finalised. Fidelity Bank said the completed accounts would subsequently be submitted to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for the required regulatory approval…

By Peter Omopo The 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has felicitated the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, on his 70th birthday. Atiku conveyed his congratulatory message in a post on his official X account on Monday, extending his best wishes to the Sultan on behalf of his family. The former Vice President prayed for the monarch’s continued good health, strength and wisdom as he provides leadership and guidance to Muslims and Nigerians. “On behalf of my family, I warmly felicitate with His Eminence, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of…

By Peter Omopo The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Monday joined former President Goodluck Jonathan, Minister of Defence Christopher Musa and other senior security officials at the National Defence College (NDC) Course 34 Graduation Lecture in Abuja. The lecture, held at Abacha Hall of the NDC, was delivered by Jonathan and titled, “Harnessing Industrial Capacity for Inclusive Growth and Regional Stability in Africa.” The event brought together senior figures in Nigeria’s defence and security architecture to examine the link between industrial development, economic resilience and sustainable security across Africa. Among those in attendance were the…

By Sola Ojewusi Veteran Nigerian actor and filmmaker, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after a brief but intense battle with stage-four cancer. Ogogo’s death was announced on Sunday evening by his daughter, Kira Taiwo, who broke the heartbreaking news during an emotional live session on Instagram. Visibly devastated, Kira struggled to contain her emotions as she announced that her beloved father had died, bringing to an end a desperate family campaign to secure further treatment for the veteran actor. The actor’s death came barely days after his daughters, Kira and Lima Taiwo,…

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has been honoured with the prestigious African Icon of the Year Award at the 4th Pan-African Leadership Conference, held at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos. The award recognises Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo’s exemplary leadership, commitment to youth development and grassroots transformation, and contributions to building stronger, more inclusive communities. Receiving the award, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo dedicated the recognition to young people across Africa, describing them as the driving force and future of the continent. He urged young Africans to remain resilient in the pursuit of…

By Sola Ojewusi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze following the discovery of an alleged fake government agency operating from the premises of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). The development followed an investigation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), which uncovered what investigators described as another purported government agency operating without lawful authorisation from within government premises. The agency, identified as the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, was reportedly discovered during the ICPC’s ongoing investigation…