Ajagbe Bomboy, whose real name was Ugochukwu Dum Obiora, was one of the most recognized and influential street figures in Lagos during the 1990s. Known simply as “Bomboy,” he rose from humble beginnings to become a powerful area leader who controlled the bustling commercial hubs of Oshodi and Bolade. His story reflects the complex social dynamics of Lagos street life — a mixture of fear, respect, and survival. Early Life and Background Ajagbe Bomboy hailed from Mgbidi, a town in Imo State, Nigeria. Like many young men who migrated to Lagos in search of better opportunities, he settled in Oshodi,…
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The Society of Digital Newspaper Owners of Nigeria (SDNON) successfully hosted its 3rd Annual Digital Media Summit on November 13, 2025, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Conference Centre, Alausa. The summit brought together journalists, editors, publishers, media executives, human rights advocates, and technology experts to examine the evolving intersection of media, law, policy, and digital governance. Hosted by Philips Renar, the summit explored Nigeria’s changing regulatory landscape, including the Cybercrime Act, the upcoming 2026 tax reforms, and the responsibilities of digital media practitioners in a rapidly shifting information environment. The theme for the summit was: “Policy…
Fidelity Bank Plc has announced its audited financial results for the half-year ended 30 June 2025, demonstrating resilience and sustained growth across key performance indicators. Highlights of the financial results which was uploaded on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) portal on Thursday, 13 November 2025 shows that the bank delivered robust results across key financial metrics including Gross Earnings, which stood at ₦748.7 billion, up from ₦512.9 billion in H1 2024; Interest Income, which rose to ₦557.9 billion, compared to ₦357.9 billion in H1 2024; and Total Deposits, which grew to ₦7.20 trillion, from ₦6.94 trillion in H1 2024. Similarly, the…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has donated the sum of N10 million to support his church member, Udoh Emmanuel Ezekiel, who is battling chronic kidney disease and needs a transplant. The donation was made on Sunday during a live service at his church when the prophet called the ailing member out for the purpose of fundraising. Primate Ayodele described his situation as dire and one that needs urgent intervention from well-meaning Nigerians, especially from the government. He also seized the opportunity to call on the governors of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Akwa Ibom State,…
A Nigerian senator, Orji Uzor Kalu has confirmed that there were plans to impeach Godswil Akpabio as senate president, but it was resisted. He made the confirmation during an interview where he explained that some senators gang-up to remove Akpabio from office. Speaking with reporters at the National Assembly, Kalu described the Senate as “one big family,” insisting that the chamber would not entertain internal divisions capable of disrupting its leadership or legislative responsibilities. “Though there were attempts, we didn’t allow that to happen. That is why I always say we are one big family, and it is not going…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has demonstrated its commitment to the provision of quality education and community development with the donation of school bags and other educational items to the students of Eko Boys Junior High School, Mushin, Lagos State. The initiative was carried out under the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), the bank’s staff-led Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) platform where employees identify community needs and receive matching funds from the bank to implement sustainable solutions. Speaking at the donation ceremony, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, emphasized the importance of education in building…
In a distressing and avoidable tragedy that unfolded late last night (Wednesday, 12th Nov. 2025) officers of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) Special Night Gang Patrol Team apprehended the driver of a heavily loaded truck after he fatally crushed his motor boy to death at Ogolonto Traffic Light Intersection, inward Ikorodu Roundabout. The ghastly incident occurred at approximately 11:00 p.m., when LASTMA’s vigilant night-duty personnel, who were on a routine patrol for traffic regulation and monitoring within the Ikorodu corridor, swiftly intervened upon witnessing the horrific scene. Second preliminary findings from the joint security investigation revealed that the…
Polaris Bank has once again reaffirmed its leadership in digital innovation and inclusive banking, emerging as the MSME Digital Bank of the Year (Inclusive Growth) at the second edition of the MSME Finance & CEO Awards held recently in Lagos. The event, organized by the Africa Global Economic Forum BBBin partnership with PROSHARE, recognized outstanding institutions and other notable stakeholders driving MSME development and financial inclusion across Nigeria. The award celebrates Polaris Bank’s unwavering commitment to empowering small and medium-scale enterprises through technology-driven financial solutions, notably its flagship digital banking platform, VULTe. In the last few years, VULTe has revolutionized…
In a remarkable exhibition of inter-state collaboration and institutional knowledge exchange, a distinguished delegation from the Katsina State Safety and Road Traffic Authority (KASSAROTA), led by its Director General and Chief Executive Officer, Major General Garba Yahaya Rimi (Rtd), embarked on a two-day operational working visit to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) Headquarters, Oshodi, Lagos. The study tour was primarily aimed at understudying the operational architecture, administrative framework, and strategic enforcement model of LASTMA—an agency that has, over the years, earned national and continental acclaim for its efficiency, innovation, and institutional resilience in the sphere of urban traffic…
….Government Reassures Residents on Strategic Traffic Management Plan The Lagos State Government has noted the concerns expressed by residents and commuters regarding the ongoing rehabilitation of the Lekki–Ajah corridor. Government appreciates these concerns, particularly as we approach the high-traffic festive period, and wishes to provide clarity to all road users. The rehabilitation work will be implemented in carefully planned phases to ensure that daily movement is not disrupted. Only specific sections of the corridor will undergo repairs at any given time, and these sections have been deliberately chosen to ensure minimal impact on the main carriageway. To further reduce inconvenience,…