The Federal Government has launched an investigation into alleged massive electricity theft and unaccounted power losses along the 132kV Ikorodu-Sagamu industrial corridor, with losses estimated at 100 megawatts and an annual revenue loss of N120bn. According to PUNCH newspaper, the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, disclosed this on Friday during a high-level stakeholder meeting with industrial operators, electricity market participants and regulators in Lagos. In a statement by the ministry on Saturday, Tegbe directed stakeholders to commence a transparent and science-based investigation into discrepancies between the volume of electricity transmitted…

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Wale Jagun The representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has continued to partner the Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) authorities through facilitation of developmental projects, the latest being the approval of educational infrastructure and expanded access to digital skills. ‎ ‎ The projects – a new state-of-the-art school building and a new modern Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Centre, were announced by the three – term lawmaker on Friday. Both projects are expected to be delivered before the end of 2026. ‎…

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Our Reporter In commemoration of World Breastfeeding Week 2026, General Hospital Ikorodu held a workshop, bringing together pregnant women, nursing mothers, and women from all walks of life to promote the importance of breastfeeding for lifelong health and development. The programme, held under this year’s theme, “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works” featured presentations from healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, paediatric consultants and dietitians. During the sessions, key messages were highlighted including: exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, followed by continued breastfeeding with appropriate complementary…

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Kunle Adelabu A Commissioner I in the Lagos State Health Service Commission Board, Dr. Segun Ogboye, has commended the General Hospital Ikorodu as a high performing and demanding medical institution. Dr. Ogboye who was on a courtesy visit to the hospital during the week, also commended the leadership of the GH Ikorodu, for its dedication and vision. He was warmly received by the Medical Director/CEO, Dr. Taiwo Hassan, alongside members of the Hospital Management Committee. Speaking during the visit, Dr. Ogboye commended Dr. Taiwo Hassan for his passion, dedication, and…

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Kunle Adelabu The Executive Chairman, Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has enjoined residents of the council area on the need to celebrate the 2026 Oro festival with caution and in line with the stipulated laws. Hon. Benson also charged them on the need to adhere strictly with the rules guiding the traditional rites, while congratulating the Ranodu of Imota, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajibade Bakare-Agoro, CFR, the Ranodu of Imota, Olufoworesete II, as well as traditional Chiefs of Liworu and Logunmogbo, on the occasion of the 2026…

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‎‎Mariam Akinloye‎ ‎The Senator representing Lagos East, Distinguished Senator Tokunbo Abiru has pledged support for the Zumratul Islamiyyah Smart Primary School, a 30 – classroom project which is initiated by Omo’ba Hammed Aroyewun led administration in Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA).‎‎‎The project, when completed will provide pupils with a modern learning environment, was flagged off about a month ago. ‎‎‎Sen. Abiru made the pledge during the tour of the educational facility of the IBLCDA and the Alternative School for Girls in Offin, which is an initiative of Chief (Mrs)…

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Jare Olukotun ‎ ‎ ‎The Lagos State Government has flagged off the construction of Adebayo Akinade Street, a major road project in the Igbe Community of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (IBLCDA), with Executive Chairman Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun commending the state government for its continued investment in rural infrastructure. ‎ ‎ ‎The flag-off ceremony, held on Tuesday, brought together government officials, community leaders and residents. The project is expected to cover approximately 700 metres. ‎ ‎ ‎The project engineer, Engr. Lawal, assured residents that construction would be completed soon…

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Kunle Adelabu The representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has continued to strengthen his connection with the people in the grassroots in his constituency and mobilise them towards electoral success for his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 General Elections. As part of his grassroots mobilisation, the three – term lawmaker who secured fourth ticket to stand in the 2027 general election, on Wednesday engaged over 600 Community Development Associations (CDAs) in Ikorodu Local Government and Ikorodu North Local Council…

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