The high walls of Sandringham offered no sanctuary this morning. In a scene that has sent shockwaves from the manicured lawns of Norfolk to the bustling streets of Lagos, the man formerly known as Prince Andrew has been arrested. Now stripped of his royal titles and answering simply to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the 66-year-old was taken Read More…
Ngozi is in her early thirties, married with a young child, and working in a demanding professional role. By all visible measures, she is responsible, capable, and dependable. Colleagues know her as efficient. Family members describe her as strong. Yet over the past few months, she has noticed a steady decline in her energy, focus, Read More…
The world is in mourning today following the passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., the legendary American civil rights leader and Baptist minister, who died peacefully at the age of 84. Surrounded by his family, Jackson’s death marks the end of an era for a man who spent over six decades as a “servant-leader” Read More…
There is something daring about a writer who chooses not to whisper. In Soft. Wild. Yours., Nene Feteri does not merely tell erotic stories—she inhabits them. Her debut collection of intimate short fiction is unapologetically sensual, emotionally layered, and rooted in a distinctly African feminine consciousness. At first glance, the book announces itself through desire. Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan. It’s early morning, and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee drifts through the kitchen. That first sip warms your hands and your spirit, offering more than just a coffee kick – it’s a ritual that sets the tone for the day. Hot coffee isn’t just a drink, it’s Read More…
We called him Muri, as if he was just the big bro next door. That was how intimate our imaginary relationship with him was. Murtala Muhammed was the hero of our youth. We accepted him, warts and all. He was different. As soon as he was pronounced Head of State after the overthrow of General Read More…
Aguda has never lacked information. What it lacks is verification. News travels fastest there when it has first passed through a beer parlour, gathered exaggeration, and been baptised with laughter. That was where I made my announcement last Saturday—among plastic chairs, brown bottles, and men who once ran after buses but now only run their Read More…
Many Homes Look Stable on the Outside. Inside, Someone Is Slowly Disappearing. Grace is a 32-year-old married woman living in Portugal. She holds a master’s degree in Entrepreneurship, yet she is currently unemployed. On paper, her life looks promising, but in reality, she feels stuck, anxious, and emotionally alone. Grace did not describe her marriage Read More…
A collection of Christian books authored by the outgoing pastor of Good News Baptist Church, Surulere, including a twelve-volume sermon series and three theological titles, was unveiled on Sunday, February 1, 2026, during the church’s 42nd anniversary thanksgiving service. The unveiling took place at a service that also marked a major transition in the life Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan. When you think about flowers, what comes to mind? For many, flowers are simply a beautiful addition to a room, an elegant gift, or a thoughtful gesture. But what if flowers could be more? What if they could actually serve as an extension of your personality? Floral arrangements Read More…