Author: Lagos Brief

The Governor of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde, yesterday at a Ramadan lecture sponsored by the Oyo State government, acknowledged the legitimacy of Shari’ah and gave his nod to the use of Shari’ah panels by Muslims in Oyo State. Reacting to this development, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has expressed satisfaction with the governor’s new position. However, the human rights group said it hoped the statement had no political undertone specifically aimed at 2027. MURIC’s reaction came via a statement released on Friday, 28th March, 2025 by the Executive Director of the organization, Professor Ishaq Akintola. The full statement reads:…

Zap Africa, Nigeria’s first non-custodial exchange, is formally challenging Paystack, a payment solutions provider, for using the trademarked “Zap.” The dispute follows Paystack’s recent launch of a payment feature called “Zap by Paystack,” potentially causing brand confusion among users. In Nigeria, Zap Africa holds exclusive rights to the “Zap” trademark, and the company has taken legal steps to protect its intellectual property. “We have worked tirelessly to build Zap Africa into a trusted name in the crypto and fintech space. Seeing just another company adopt our name without authorization threatens our brand identity and confuses customers,” said Tobiloba Asu-Johnson, CEO…

…Medical Team at Orile-Agege General Hospital Commended for Emergency Surgical Excellence …Commissioner for Health, Special Adviser Laud Team’s Dedication and Expertise In a remarkable display of medical expertise and teamwork, the medical and management team at Orile-Agege General Hospital, Lagos, successfully performed a complex life-saving surgery on a patient with a severe liver injury. The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, formally received and commended the hospital’s medical team on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in recognition of their outstanding achievement. The patient, 33-year-old Mr. Wasiu…

Zap Africa, Nigeria’s first non-custodial exchange, is formally challenging Paystack, a payment solutions provider, for using the trademarked “Zap.” The dispute follows Paystack’s recent launch of a payment feature called “Zap by Paystack,” potentially causing brand confusion among users. In Nigeria, Zap Africa holds exclusive rights to the “Zap” trademark, and the company has taken legal steps to protect its intellectual property. “We have worked tirelessly to build Zap Africa into a trusted name in the crypto and fintech space. Seeing just another company adopt our name without authorization threatens our brand identity and confuses customers,” said Tobiloba Asu-Johnson, CEO…

The word patriot is derived from the Greek word “patriots,” which simply mean “of one’s father.” According to the Merriam-Webster, the word entered the English lexicon through the French word “patrite,” which means “fellow countryman.” In 1912, J. R. Miller, aptly described the situation when patriots are made. According to Miller, times of peace and prosperity are not the best times to make patriots. Patriots are made, when a nation is in peril, at such a time love for country is developed, because it is at such times that there is a call to arms to defend home, altar and…

Concerned Citizens Forum has accused the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, of systemic failures and deliberate sabotage of Nigeria’s energy sector. Speaking at a press conference, the President-General of the Forum, Samuel Olakitan, said the decision of the NNPCL to stop the Naira-for-Crude initiative will negatively impact Nigeria’s economy. Therefore, Olakitan called on President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency regarding the leadership of the NNPCL. He said: “The recent policy maneuvers made by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), under the leadership of Mele Kyari, has molded the NNPCL into a symbol of incompetence, corruption,…

The Cuppy Foundation, founded by Nigerian disc jockey, philanthropist, and social activist Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as Cuppy, has gifted multi-million-naira to hardship use for African students at King’s College London. The historic gift was given on the 17th March 2025, commending the Foundation’s unrivaled success in Africa and the world at large in education, social service, and overall healthcare. In her keynote speech at the launch, Cuppy restated that education is social mobility and change that lasts: “Education has always been central to my journey. After graduating last summer from the London School of Economics, I understand firsthand…

As Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, marks his 61st birthday, it is only fitting to reflect on the extraordinary legacy of service, leadership, and impact he has built over the years. A man of profound vision and purpose, Senator Abiru has distinguished himself as a transformative force in public service, leaving an indelible mark on governance, economic empowerment, and human capital development. Before venturing into politics, he had a stellar career in banking, culminating in his tenure as the Managing Director of Polaris Bank. Under his leadership, the institution thrived, reinforcing his reputation as an astute financial expert and corporate…

The Cuppy Foundation, founded by Nigerian disc jockey, philanthropist, and social activist Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as Cuppy, has gifted multi-million-naira to hardship use for African students at King’s College London. The historic gift was given on the 17th March 2025, commending the Foundation’s unrivaled success in Africa and the world at large in education, social service, and overall healthcare. In her keynote speech at the launch, Cuppy restated that education is social mobility and change that lasts: “Education has always been central to my journey. After graduating last summer from the London School of Economics, I understand firsthand…

…First Lady Leads Awareness Drive, Calls for More Action …Government Reaffirms Commitment to Free TB Screening and Treatment The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Health, commemorated the 2025 World Tuberculosis (TB) Day with a mass awareness walk around the Lagos State Government Secretariat and the Alausa community, followed by a Stakeholders’ Engagement at the Folarin Coker Staff Clinic Conference Hall, Alausa-Ikeja. The event had in attendance the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu; Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi; Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye; Chairman,…