Jare Olukotun The Ikorodu Muslim Community Association (IMCA) has called for annual security summit for Ikorodu Division, as a way of strengthening community policing and improve relationship between the community and security agencies. IMCA Executives made the call during the continuation of its strategic engagement with critical stakeholders across the Ikorodu Division. The association paid a courtesy visit to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Ikorodu Divisional Headquarters, CSP Clement Akinola, during the week. The visit formed part of the Executive Council’s deliberate efforts to strengthen relationships with key institutions and…

Wale Jagun & Mariam Akinloye Children, Youth, and Woman Empowerment Initiative (ChiYoWo), a community development platform which has youth as its primary focus, has opened a collaborative platform to partner the umbrella body of youth organizations in Ikorodu Division – the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), and bring further development to the youth and community at large. ChiYoWo opened the communication line at the engagement session tagged, “Youth Leaders Dialogue”, organized in commemorative of the 2026 International Youth Day, where they engaged youth stakeholders across the six council areas…

Jare Olukotun The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the diaspora, urging Nigerians to reflect on the values of compassion, humility and service associated with the Prophet Muhammad. ““These are qualities our nation needs…

‎‎ Our Reporter ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele (BSA), on Thursday, joined the people of Imota, and the traditional institutions, to commemorate Isese Day 2026 in a colourful celebration of Yoruba culture, spirituality, tradition and heritage. ‎ ‎Hon. Benson Ayodele attended the celebration alongside the Vice Chairman of Imota LCDA, Princess Abisoye Omowunmi Jimoh,  members of the legislative arm led by the Leader of the House: Hon Oluwole Ademola Adeshina, the Secretary to the Local Government: Hon Mohammed Fagbesan,…

‎‎ Kunle Adelabu ‎ ‎The 2026 Isese Day Celebration in Igbogbo Kingdom on Thursday, was not all about showcasing of culture, traditional values and heritage of Igbogbo people, but also provided an avenue for education and enlightenment for stakeholders in the traditional setting of the community. ‎ ‎ ‎At the celebration held at the Adeboruwa Palace, the Adeboruwa – in – Council and leadership of the traditional institutions in Igbogbo Kingdom, warned traditional chiefs against usage of royal paraphernalia like beaded crown, horsewhip, walking stick and shoes which are exclusively…

‎‎ Wale Jagun ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has lauded the ongoing construction of Sen. Adeseye Ogunlewe Road in Igbogbo facilitated by Rep. Babajimi Benson, representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency as a purposeful collaboration between the federal representative and the local council authorities. ‎ ‎ ‎Aroyewun, had on Thursday, joined the federal lawmaker, for an on-the-spot inspection of the strategic infrastructure project, the visit underscored the shared commitment of both public office holders to delivering sustainable development and improved living…

The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT) of Oriwu College Old Students’ Association of Nigeria (OCOSAN), Alhaji Mutiu Ishola Labi Lemomu, has passed on. According to a statement signed by Alhaji MBS Arole, National President, and Mr Sholanke Lateef (Arizona), National General Secretary, OCOSAN, Alhaji Lemomu died this evening. He was 83. “The National Executive Council of Oriwu College Old Students’ Association of Nigeria (OCOSAN) announces with deep sorrow the passing of our beloved Chairman, Board of Trustees, Alhaji Mutiu Ishola Labi Lemomu. “Burial arrangements will be communicated to members as…