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The family of Nigerian gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, has confirmed his death, throwing fans and members of the gospel music community into mourning. In a statement shared on his official Instagram account on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the family announced that the singer died in the early hours of the day. The statement identified him as a minister with Toluwani Gospel Music Ministry (TOGOMM), describing him as a dearly loved husband, family member and gospel minister. The family appealed to the public to keep his wife, relatives and loved ones in their prayers as they…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a counterfeit alcoholic beverage operation at the Lagos International Trade Fair. Two suspects were arrested during the raid, while the seized products were evacuated from the premises. The operation was carried out at Zamfara Plaza, BBA Trade Fair Complex, along the Badagry Expressway in Ojo, Lagos State. This led to the discovery of more than 20 illegal stores allegedly involved in the production and sale of counterfeit drinks. According to the agency, its Investigation and Enforcement Directorate found suspects allegedly blending fake alcoholic beverages, revalidating expired and…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has appointed Mr. Ogunbanwo Olatunbosun Sunday as a Permanent Secretary in the Lagos State Public Service. The appointment was announced in Circular No. 071, dated October 13, 2026, and signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, with reference number CIR/HOS/26/071. Before his appointment, Ogunbanwo served as Director of Public Affairs, Grade Level 17, at the Lagos State Ministry of Health. According to the circular, the appointment, approved by Governor Sanwo-Olu, is aimed at sustaining the effectiveness of the state’s policy implementation machinery. It takes effect from October 13, 2026, while his deployment…

The Lagos State Government has announced the second edition of the Lagos MSME Exclusive and Eko Round City Trade Fair, scheduled to hold from December 14 to 20, 2026, at the National Stadium, Lagos, with 500 small businesses expected to participate. The seven-day event, organised by the Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment (MCCTI), will combine a trade exhibition with a musical jamboree featuring prominent artistes throughout the festival. A funfair centre for children will also be available. The initiative builds on the maiden edition held from December 8 to 14, 2025, and is designed to promote grassroots entrepreneurship,…

Mrs. Adenike Omolara Sodipo, Deputy Director of the Public Affairs Unit of the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, has marked her 60th birthday and retirement from public service with a memorable celebration attended by loved ones, associates and colleagues. The dual celebration took place at the Archbishop Vining Memorial Cathedral Church in Ikeja, Lagos, attracting members of Inner Wheel Club 911, the Rotary Club, Ikeja, as well as family members and friends who gathered to honour her. Beyond celebrating her milestone birthday and retirement, the occasion offered guests an opportunity to renew old friendships and reconnect after…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has extended its Initial Public Offering by two weeks to October 27, 2026, following approval by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The offer, which opened on September 14, was scheduled to close on October 13 intiially. Speaking in Lagos, Aliko Dangote said the IPO has already been oversubscribed by three to four times its target. The company said the extension will allow more investors across Africa to participate and complete account opening and verification processes. The refinery is offering 4.1 billion shares at N525 per share. It is set to be Africa’s largest ever IPO.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has clarified that the Federal Government’s fuel price relief measures do not amount to a return of petrol subsidy, but are intended to ease the burden of rising energy costs on Nigerians. Idris made the clarification on Monday during an interactive media engagement with senior editors and broadcast anchors in Abuja, where he addressed concerns over fuel prices, the cost of living, labour relations, food security, poverty, infrastructure, national security and press freedom. Explaining the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPC) 30-day petrol discount initiative, the minister said the company had…

The organisers of The Headies Awards have postponed the 18th edition of the music awards, moving the ceremony from October 23, 2026, to April 10 and 11, 2027. The announcement was made by the organizers, explaining that the change would allow them to expand the programme of activities across Nigeria and Canada ahead of the main ceremony. According to the organisers, activities under the “Road to The Headies” initiative will continue during the period originally scheduled for the event. These activities are expected to include workshops, seminars and other engagements involving artistes and music industry stakeholders. They assured fans and…

The Olu of Agboyi Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Engr.) Monsuru Abimbola Adekanbi Oladega, Akinmasa I and residents of Agboyi kingdom, have commended Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu for the provision of Mobile Clinic for quality healthcare services to the people of the Kingdom. Speaking during the Town Hall meeting on EKO Social Health Alliance (EKOSHA) Rural Health Scheme organised by the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), for the residents of Agboyi Ori-Omi, in Agboyi-Ketu LCDA, Oba Oladega, said that his people are grateful to Mr. Governor and the Permanent Secretary, LASHMA, Dr Emnanuella Zamba, for bringing heathcare services closer…

A Kano based fashion designer, Abdulkadir Hassanul Basari, has embarked on a 120 hour sewing marathon in a bid to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest sewing marathon by an individual. The fashion designer announced the project in a video shared on his social media platforms on October 1, describing it as an opportunity to use his skills to support education and community development. The marathon challenge which began on Wednesday, October 7, at the sports complex of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria in Kano, is expected to end today, Monday, October 12th. This attempt initiative…