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Buhari: Death of a Former President Stirs National Reflection and Global Response

By the Lagos Metropolitan News Desk Former President Muhammadu Buhari, a towering figure in Nigeria’s political history, has died in London at the age of 82. The announcement, made on Saturday, July 13, by family spokesperson Garba Shehu, stated that the former president passed away at a London clinic following a prolonged illness. Unconfirmed reports, Read More…

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Muhammadu Buhari: A Presidency of Promise, Paradox, and Power

By Nkanu Egbe The passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari in a London clinic on July 13, 2025, marks the end of a remarkable journey that spanned decades of military discipline, political resilience, and national controversy. As Nigeria reflects on the life and legacy of the man who once declared that “we have no other Read More…

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Kemi Adeosun reacts to controversy surrounding Badenoch’s comments on Nigeria

In the wake of the controversy sparked by Kemi Badenoch’s recent comments about Nigeria, former Nigerian Finance Minister and British citizen, Kemi Adeosun, has voiced her opinion on the matter. Adeosun, who resigned from her position in 2018 amid a certificate scandal, took to her Facebook page to share a picture with the caption, “Leave Read More…

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Court documents reveal Prince Andrew accused of inappropriate conduct in Epstein case

Court documents from a civil lawsuit, unsealed in New York, allege that Britain’s Prince Andrew placed his hand on a woman’s breast at Jeffrey Epstein’s Manhattan townhouse in 2001. The woman, previously reported as a victim of Epstein, detailed the incident, contradicting Andrew’s denial of these allegations. The documents, recently unsealed, shed light on previously Read More…

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Estonian slackliner wows Lagosians with daring 66m rope walk

Lagosians were treated to a stunning display as 31-year-old Estonian, Jaan Roose, showcased his remarkable slacklining skills on a suspended 66m (217 ft) rope, spanning 350 metres between Sterling Towers and the Onome rig, Marina, Lagos. Sponsored by Red Bull, Roose’s mesmerising performance captivated Lagos residents, drawing attention to the art of slacklining—walking on a Read More…

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The passing away of Nigeria’s world-class legend Prof Ben Nwabueze

They no longer make legal luminaries like the great Prof Ben Nwabueze, the legendary constitutional lawyer who passed away on Sunday, October 29. A native of Atani in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, he was born on December 22, 1931. He started from the very beginning to put his mind on the path Read More…

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President Bola Tinubu commemorates 20th anniversary of Alhaji Kafaru Tinubu’s passing

President Bola Tinubu celebrated the life and legacy of the late patriarch of the Tinubu family, Alhaji Kafaru Tinubu, on the 20th anniversary of his passing. This tribute came shortly after the Nigeria Supreme Court delivered its verdict on Thursday, confirming President Bola Tinubu’s electoral victory and thereby concluding the legal challenge posed by his Read More…

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President Tinubu Extends Warm Birthday Wishes to Gen. Yakubu Gowon at 89

President Bola Tinubu, representing the Nigerian government and its people, extends warm birthday wishes to retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon on the occasion of his 89th birthday. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu applauds the elder statesman for his transformative leadership that has significantly impacted Nigeria’s history. He commends Gowon for Read More…

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President Tinubu serenades wife Oluremi at 63 as ‘unwavering partner in life’

In a touching tribute, President Bola Tinubu has lauded his wife, Oluremi, as an unshakable pillar in his journey towards success. Reflecting on their 36 years together, he expressed heartfelt appreciation for the remarkable roles she has played in his life. “My trusted partner in every venture, and the one special person who has consistently Read More…