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…
As the sun dips below the Atlantic horizon, painting the Lagos skyline in hues of burnt orange and deep violet, there is a singular destination in Victoria Island that seems to embody the city’s modern spirit. The Art Hotel, a striking tribute to Nigerian creativity nestled in the heart of Oniru, is shedding its corporate Read More…
The aroma of authentic Jollof and native soups is returning to the streets of Lagos and Abuja, but this isn’t just another corporate relaunch. The reopening of Mama Cass marks a deeply emotional milestone for the family of its legendary founder, Mrs. Charis Grace Onabowale, who passed away in October 2024. Following her passing, the Read More…
Talking about coups, the most benevolent military regime that ever ruled Nigeria was the one led by General Yakubu Gowon while the most principled one was led by his successor, General Murtala Muhammed, who committed billions of dollars and other logistic requirements towards the liberation struggle in Southern Africa. Easily the most bestial of all Read More…
In recent times, quite a number of ponderous statements have been credited to some self-styled ‘northern’ groups as regards the economy and governance. You would think the other zones of the country escorted them to the world. How presumptuous some people can get! Of course, I understand the game. Every politician wants to be relevant. Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan. The 68th Annual Grammy Awards held on February 1, at the Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, organised by the Recording Academy and Nigerians were a tad bit disappointed because their faves left without a Grammy. Top Nigerian artistes including Burna Boy, Davido, Omah Lay, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid, were Read More…
By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor, Lagos Metropolitan. You know that feeling when you’re halfway through cooking and you realize the onions aren’t yet chopped, the sauce is burning, and the pasta’s overcooked? It’s not just bad timing – it’s a sign your kitchen tools may not be working with you. If your meals often turn Read More…