On Friday, April 10, 2026, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Comptroller-General Kemi Nandap suspended comptrollers at the Lagos-Seme border commands in direct response to viral videos exposing officers’ extortion of traders and travelers, igniting public fury and prompting a formal probe. The Lagos-Seme border, Nigeria’s pulsating gateway to West Africa, has erupted into scandal once again. Read More…
Month: April 2026
When Anxiety Has No Clear Cause: Understanding the Inner Restlessness Many Carry
Tolani (not her real name) is in her early twenties—vibrant, intelligent, and once known among her friends as the lively one. The kind of person who showed up, laughed easily, and filled spaces with energy. But over time, something began to shift in ways she could not fully explain. It started subtly: a little more Read More…
Cost of Starting a Small Business in Lagos (2026 Guide)
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan Lagos is widely regarded as the economic heartbeat of West Africa. In 2026, it continues to transition from a chaotic megacity into a structured, high-growth “startup capital”, with a projected GDP of ₦73.15 trillion. Whether you are looking to invest, launch a startup, or expand professional services, here Read More…
Top Co-Working Spaces in Surulere
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan Co-working spaces have evolved from a niche trend for “digital nomads” into a cornerstone of the modern professional landscape. They offer a middle ground between the isolation of a home office and the rigid structure of a traditional corporate headquarters. Whether they are a good fit depends largely Read More…
Best Brunch Spots in Surulere For Weekend Hangouts
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan Weekend hangouts in Lagos are a central part of the city’s identity, defined by a “work hard, play harder” culture. Lagosians typically balance high-energy social obligations with escapes to the coast. Lagos offers an incredible range of weekend hangouts, from serene nature escapes and white-sand beaches to high-energy Read More…
Kissinger, the IMF, and Nigeria’s Endless Economic Reckoning
A missionary’s voice cuts through the haze of Nigeria’s economic despair. “And a lot of Nigerians do not know… if you go back to the 1974 Kissinger Report… it says explicitly there, that the Nigerian people must not be given access to their resources—that they must be kept for the rich nations,” declares Prof. Kent Read More…
10 smart car technologies behind today’s driving experience
Ever climbed into a car and noticed how the right technology makes everything feel effortless? Modern vehicles are packed with features that go beyond simple transportation. From keeping you safe to making a drive more convenient, in-car technology has transformed how we experience the road. Let’s explore the most impactful tech features shaping today’s driving Read More…
Can ADC Wrestle Down APC?
Every Tamuno, Dike and Hadi knows that the 2027 elections in Nigeria will be primarily between the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The recent de-listing of ADC’s officials (Senator David Mark and former governor Rauf Aregbesola) from the INEC portal will not stop the gang-up against the APC. As Read More…
Where Strength Really Comes From
John 14:15–21; Acts 1:8 There are moments in life when effort is no longer enough. You have planned, you have tried, you have pushed yourself—but something still feels lacking. You are doing all the right things, yet the strength to sustain it is not there. And in a city like Lagos, where the demands never Read More…
“Camera Fit See, But E Fit Save?”
There are weeks when Lagos debates fuel prices, football, or foreign wars. And then there are weeks when the country is forced to confront something heavier—something that refuses to sit comfortably inside humour. This was one of those weeks. News broke of yet another deadly attack in Plateau State. Lives lost. Communities shaken. Familiar headlines, Read More…