Day: November 8, 2025

3 LASUSTECH Students Perish In Fatal Accident In Ikorodu

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Wale Jagun Three students of the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASIUSTECH), on Saturday died in an accident involving multiple vehicles in Ikorodu. Seven others also sustained varying degrees of injuries. This was confirmed by the spokesperson for the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Adebayo Taofiq. he said the accident occurred after the driver of a sand-laden truck lost control due to brake failure and rammed into other vehicles along the busy corridor. “In an incident of profound tragedy that cast a pall of grief over the Ikorodu…

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Ikorodu Annual Celebration Reflects Unity, Rich Cultural Celebration – Dr Agbaje

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Kunle Adelabu The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, has said that the annual Ikorodu -Oga Day Celebration is a reflection of unity, resilience and rich cultural heritage of Ikorodu people. He said in a statement congratulating the residents on the occasion of the 34th Ikorodu – Oga Carnival, which commenced today, being organised by the Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS). “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all indigenes and residents of Ikorodu on the celebration of the 34th Ikorodu Oga…

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34th Ikorodu -Oga: Lekan Oba, Hamzat Felicitate Ayangbure, Ikorodu Residents

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Jare Olukotun Comrade Lekan Biliamni Oba, Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor of Lagos State on Social Development, and another prominent Ikorodu son, Barr. Hamzat Jimoh, have extended their felicitations to the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty Oba (Engr.) Kabir Adewale Shotobi, and the entire residents of Ikorodu on the occasion of the 34th Ikorodu – Oga Day Celebration. The week – long celebration began today with Inter-denominational prayer, Woro Procession and Fanti Carnival. Comrade Oba in a statement congratulating the monarch and residents, said: “I heartily join…

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Two Finals, One Third Place Matches To Be Decided At Ikorodu Constituency II Unity Cup Closing Ceremony Sunday

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Kunle Adelabu Guests and residents of Ikorodu Constituency II will on Sunday witness actions unfolding for the first time at the Igbogbo Stadium, as its arena hosts the closing ceremony and final match of the second edition of the Ikorodu Constituency II Unity Cup, between the Makbet and Tripple All Stars. The two teams emerged as finalists after weeks of intense actions among 20 All Stars teams. Oke -Eletu and Ijede All Stars teams will play in the third -place match which will be staged before the final match. The…

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Council Chair Continues Inspection Of Ongoing Blocks Of Classrooms Construction Ijede

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The on site inspection and monitoring of ongoing construction of blocks of classroom across primary schools in Ijede being constructed by the administration of Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo-Alogba continued with the visit of the chairman to Anglican Primary School, Ijede, to ascertain the state of the work. According to the council’s Information Unit, the ongoing construction of a block of six classrooms with eight toilet facilities at the Anglican Primary School, Ijede has reached 75% completion. During the inspection, Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo-Alogba commended the quality and pace of work done. “This…

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Ifeoluwa FC Defeats Agunfoye To Qualify For Adeboruwa Finals

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Faleti Kehinde It was a thrilling and action-packed evening at U.A.M.C (Eleja) Primary School, Igbogbo on Friday, when Ifeoluwa FC battled Agunfoye FC in the first semi – final in the 2025 Adeboruwa Cup. Ifeoluwa FC after an intense game defeated its opponent 4 – 3 after a penalty shootout. The thrilling encounter which attracted a large crowd of football fans and residents ended 1 – 1 at the regulation time The game started with high intensity as Agunfoye FC drew first blood just six minutes after kickoff, thanks to…

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