Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Peter Omopo Former Bayelsa State Governor and current Senator Seriake Dickson has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Dickson, speaking at a press conference on Thursday, described himself as a man of conviction and warned that the PDP is currently “in the Intensive Care Unit.” He criticized some PDP governors for weakening the opposition by aligning with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), saying their actions have deepened the party’s internal crisis and eroded its strength as a credible opposition. “The PDP is sick and presently in the ICU,” Dickson said,…

By Peter Omopo Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a 24-year-old man, Iziga Jude Ikechukwu, popularly known as Easy-money, for allegedly abusing the Naira during his birthday celebration in Enugu State. The EFCC disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that the suspect, a palm kernel dealer, was apprehended by operatives of its Enugu Zonal Directorate after intelligence was received from a viral video circulating on social media. According to the anti-graft agency, the video showed Ikechukwu recording himself while abusing Naira notes in a hotel room during his birthday party. The Commission explained…

By Peter Omopo The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) scheduled to be hosted by Morocco, shifting the tournament from its original March start date to a new window in July and August. CAF confirmed the decision in a statement published on its official website on Thursday, bringing clarity to weeks of uncertainty surrounding the continental women’s football competition. According to the statement, the tournament will now take place from July 25 to August 16, 2026, following consultations between CAF, FIFA and other stakeholders involved in organising the event. The continental…

By Peter Omopo Gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked Gidan Dadi community in Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State, killing one resident and rustling a large number of livestock. Residents said the attack occurred late on Wednesday night when the assailants stormed the community and reportedly moved freely through the area during the raid. Local sources said the attackers shot and killed one person before fleeing with several animals believed to belong to villagers. Witnesses added that the bandits operated in the community for some time without resistance before escaping through nearby bush paths with the stolen livestock.…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State Government has opened its case against Benjamin Nnayereugo, popularly known as Killaboi, over the alleged murder of his 21-year-old girlfriend, Augusta Onuwabhagbe, who was killed in July 2023. Nnayereugo, who fled the country after the incident and later released a video purportedly confessing to the crime, pleaded not guilty when he was arraigned in November 2025. He is facing a two-count charge of murder and indecent interference with a corpse for allegedly cutting open the victim’s stomach and removing parts of her body. The offences are said to contravene Sections 165 and 222 of…

By Peter Omopo Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari of a 23-count charge bordering on alleged non-declaration of assets filed against him by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Abba Kyari was charged alongside his two brothers who were accused of swearing to false affidavits to conceal the origin of some properties allegedly linked to the suspended police officer. Delivering judgment, Justice Omotosho held that the NDLEA failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove its case against the defendants, particularly regarding allegations of non-declaration…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Today, it is heartbreaking how often we hear that someone young and full of life has suddenly passed away, someone we see today, and by the next day, they are gone. Many times, this is linked to the lifestyles we live: the unhealthy foods we eat, the harmful drinks we consume, and the drugs or substances that slowly damage our bodies. Youth does not always guarantee good health; our daily choices matter. Let this remind us to eat better, avoid harmful substances, exercise, rest well, and take care of our bodies. The simple lesson is this:…

By Peter Omopo Local and international travellers were forced to abandon their vehicles and trek into the terminal at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, following severe traffic congestion caused by the full enforcement of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria’s cashless policy. The implementation of the “Operation Go Cashless” directive resulted in long queues stretching from the airport toll gate, leaving many passengers scrambling to catch their scheduled flights. The disruption followed FAAN’s enforcement of its directive mandating fully electronic payments at all airport revenue points, including access gates, car parks, VIP lounges and protocol services. Although FAAN had…

By Peter Omopo Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has been given a 15-month suspended prison sentence by a Greek court following a retrial over an incident that occurred on the island of Mykonos in August 2020. The England international, who has earned 64 caps for his country, was initially handed a suspended sentence of 21 months and 10 days in 2020 after being found guilty of repeated bodily harm, attempted bribery, violence against public employees and insult. Maguire’s legal team filed an appeal the following day, which under Greek law automatically nullified the original conviction and triggered a full retrial.…

By Peter Omopo The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has commenced an appreciation tour of secondary schools to recognise outstanding young Nigerian athletes. The initiative began with a visit to Grange School in Lagos State, alma mater of standout swimmers Aidan Dumuije-Abili and Tofunmi Ibidapo, who recently excelled at the 2025 Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championship. In a statement issued by the Special Assistant on Media to the Director General, Kola Daniel, the tour was described as part of a new strategy by the Commission to identify and encourage young talents early, promote integrity in age-grade…