Author: TheLagosianMagazine

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Federal Government has alleged that an embattled mining company, Jupiter Ltd, is planning a campaign aimed at embarrassing Nigeria during the upcoming state visit of President Bola Tinubu to the United Kingdom. The government said the alleged move followed a dispute over revoked mineral licences and was intended to discredit ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s mining sector. In a statement on Sunday by the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Segun Tomori, the ministry said the company and its associates were allegedly preparing to circulate misleading claims about the Nigerian mining industry…

By Jimmy Fatunbi Mounting tension from the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Iran and Israel has triggered fresh calls for economic relief measures in Nigeria as rising global crude oil prices push petrol costs to unprecedented levels. Industry operators, economists, labour unions and private sector leaders have urged the Federal Government to channel the expected revenue windfall from higher crude prices into measures that would cushion the impact on citizens and businesses. They warned that the continued spike in fuel prices is already worsening economic hardship across the country. Stakeholders called for urgent palliatives to mitigate the effect of…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mothers who nurture their children with love, responsibility, and wisdom while building strong, peaceful homes. Today, we celebrate women who balance motherhood with being supportive and caring partners, creating families rooted in respect, unity, and compassion. Your sacrifices, strength, and endless devotion shape brighter futures and inspire everyone around you. May you always feel appreciated and loved for the beautiful role you play every day. ❤️ Asiwaju Cares

By Peter Omopo The Anambra State Government has entered into a strategic partnership with Dhahran Techno Valley Holding Company, a science and technology hub based in the Saudi Arabia, to boost collaboration in research, innovation, entrepreneurship and technology commercialisation. The partnership was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the state’s Solution Innovation District and Dhahran Techno Valley Holding Company during a high-level innovation engagement held in Beijing, China. According to a statement issued by the Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, the agreement marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating innovation-driven economic growth across…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian gospel music community has been thrown into mourning following the death of renowned gospel singer and evangelist Toun Soetan at the age of 73. News of her passing was confirmed on social media by gospel comedian and pastor Woli Agba and fellow musician Peter Olaniyi, who both paid tribute to the late singer. Woli Agba described the deceased as a legendary figure whose life and ministry were devoted to glorifying Jesus Christ. In his tribute, he said the late singer remained consistent in her message and lifestyle of faith until her passing, praying that God…

By Peter Omopo The Lagos State Government has announced the reintroduction of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, which will take effect from April 25, 2026. The exercise was officially flagged off by the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, along the Mushin–Agege Motor Road corridor, where he led government officials and sanitation workers in the clean-up exercise. Governor Sanwo-Olu, accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, explained that the exercise would now take place on the last Saturday of every month between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. He noted that unlike previous years, residents would not be subjected to movement…

By Kolawole Omotola In several busy parts of Lagos, the evening rush does not only signal the end of the workday; for many children, it marks the beginning of another shift on the streets. At the bustling Iyana-Ipaja axis in Alimosho Local Government Area, traffic thickens as the sun fades around 7 p.m. Commercial buses, private cars and tricycles crawl through the roundabout while commuters hurry home. Amid the congestion, young vendors weave between vehicles, holding buckets and trays filled with oranges, cherries, soft drinks and vegetables, calling out to potential buyers. A recent observation over several evenings revealed that…

By Sola Ojewusi Nigeria’s football community has been thrown into mourning following the death of legendary former Super Eagles midfielder Henry Nwosu, a key member of the historic squad that won the 1980 African Cup of Nations, the country’s first continental football title. Nwosu reportedly died at about 4:00 a.m. on Saturday (today) at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Ikeja, after spending five days in intensive care battling for his life. The news of his passing was conveyed by former national team captain Segun Odegbami, who paid an emotional tribute to his former teammate. In a brief statement,…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Cursing in moments of anger may feel like a quick release, but it often harms the very people we love. Being our children, relatives, friends, and even ourselves. Harsh words can slowly become a hidden nemesis, weakening trust, damaging confidence, and poisoning relationships. What we speak shapes the atmosphere around us, especially for young hearts that learn from our example. Let anger be a signal to pause, not to wound. Choose words that heal, guide, and strengthen bonds because the tongue has the power to either destroy relationships or build a legacy of respect, love, and…

By Kolawole Omotola Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a 30-year-old man, Dare Shogaolu, popularly known as “Super M,” after a locally fabricated pistol was recovered from him during a routine patrol in the Mushin area of Lagos. The suspect was apprehended by members of the Anti-Crime Patrol Team attached to the Mushin Division while conducting a stop-and-search operation along the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) Road axis around 10:00 p.m. on March 5, 2026. According to the police, officers on patrol noticed Shogaolu carrying a white and orange-yellow polythene bag and stopped him for questioning…