Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, has Okayed the LagosReads Competition geared towards improving the reading culture among Lagos residents. Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, Obafela Bank-Olemoh, in a statement on Thursday to announce the “Books-of-the-month” for August, said…
Begging is not a crime, a New Delhi court rules (Trust)
A court in New Delhi has struck down a law that made begging in the Indian capital a crime, a major victory for campaigners who have long argued that the legislation was being used to harass and intimidate the homeless…
The many reasons Michael Effiong loves Lagos
Michael Effiong, the editor of Ovation magazine, is in love with Lagos. Who knew he considers himself lucky to have been born in the city at the Island Maternity? He explains why he loves Lagos in the video.
Lagosians talk to Ambode about begging
Beggars seem to have taken over the streets of Lagos. Everywhere you turn somebody wants something for food, transport or hospital bill. For some people it is a tradition, maybe even a religious duty so they don’t mind. But some…
When singers become actors – Catch Sheyi Shay in ‘Lara and the Beat’ –Goddey Odin
Over the years, we have seen musical artistes drop the mic to become actors. Female musical artistes and some of their male counterparts have always been drawn to the movies. It can mark a major career move with dramatic consequences…
Rita Dominic : Ready to slay again at the AMVCAs
One of the year’s biggest red-carpet moments is upon here with the sixth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) just around the corner. Since the awards started in 2013, celebrities have created a tradition of making memorable…
Is Emeka Keazor really lost in Lagos?
Emeka Keazor, lawyer, writer, journalist and historian has lived in Lagos for over five decades. But as an Igbo man who has been recognised by his community with a chieftaincy title, he is never far from his hometown. Where does…
Friday Agbayi is a true Lagos hustler
Friday Agbayi is a trader who sells many different things. When thisislagos ran into him on the streets, he was selling shoes. But one of the many interesting things about him is that he says the little money he makes…
Mrs Ambode advocates exclusive breast-feeding for babies
Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, has again reminded nursing mothers and pregnant women of the need to attach serious importance to exclusive breast-feeding of newborn babies. Ambode, in a statement signed by her Asst. Director, Public Affairs,…