Author: Impact Newspaper

Impact Newspaper is a community paper based in Ikorodu Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria. This blog is basically for the soft copy of news, events etc. covered by the paper.

VIEW: Rooted in Heritage, Rising in Innovation:Forging Lagos State University of Science and Technology for Global Impact

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By Dr. Metilelu Olumide Olusola On February 2, 2026, the Lagos State University of Science and Technology witnessed a celebration of uncommon elegance, dignity, and purpose. The glamour that characterized the Fourth Founders’ Day was not merely ornamental; it reflected the maturity, confidence, and steady progress of an institution firmly rooted in vision and guided by purposeful leadership. I celebrated on that day with the Governing Council, the Vice Chancellor, the Executive Management, staff, students, union leaders, and our esteemed alumni, with a deep sense of gratitude to God, and…

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Sanwo -Olu Inaugurates Japheth Odesanya, 19 Other Renewed Hope Coordinators In Lagos

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Wale Jagun The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday inaugurated the 20 Local Government Coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots engagement community sensitisation on the achievements of the President Bola Tinubu led administration. At the inauguration ceremony which took place at the 10 Degrees Events Centre, Oregun, Ikeja, Oath of Allegiance was administered to the Coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors. 20 new buses were distributed to the local government coordinators at the event to aid mobility and mobilisation of people towards…

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LASPOTECH Alumni Association Commissions LASUSTECH West Gate 1

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Wale Jagun ‎The Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH) Alumni Association has officially commissioned West Gate 1 at the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), a landmark project aimed at strengthening security, reinforcing institutional identity, and deepening alumni-community ties. ‎ ‎The event had in attendance members of the University Governing Council, members of management, alumni association members, staff of the university, and distinguished guests, all gathered to celebrate a milestone that reflects the collective vision of the institution and its graduates. ‎ ‎Speaking at the event, Prof. Olumuyiwa Odusanya, Vice-Chancellor…

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IKODASS Inaugurates New Scholarship Committee, Targets Record 250 Beneficiaries

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Wale Jagun & Mariam Akinloye The Chairman, Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS), Alhaji Fatai Kolawole Olayiwola, has disclosed that 250 students from Ikorodu, will benefit from the socio -cultural and developmental group’s scholarship scheme this year. Alhaji Fatai revealed at the inauguration of a new scholarship committee chaired by the Dean Students’ Affairs, Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Dr. Abiodun Fatai Abatan. Other members of the committee inaugurated last weekend, were Prince Rasheed Elemuren, IKODASS General Secretary, Mr Agbaje Quadri, IKODASS representative, Mrs Onafowokan IKODASS representative, Dr Taofeek Olawale,…

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Lagos East Senator Delivers New Blocks of Classrooms In 5 Schools Across Three Councils

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Wale Jagun Stakeholders within the educational sector in Ikorodu Division of Lagos East Senatorial District, have commended the delivery of new classroom blocks facilitated by Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, to improve educational infrastructure and support better learning outcomes. The blocks of classrooms that were commissioned between Tuesday and Wednesday, cut across five communities and five schools in three Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of Ikorodu Division. The beneficiary schools include UNA Primary School, Igbalu in Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA); Anglican Primary School, Isawo; Ipakodo Senior Grammar School; Local…

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OPINION: Elections Must Be Won With Numbers. The Margin matters. And The Candidates matter

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By General Bashexy As political conversations gradually shift toward 2027, one principle must guide every serious political party: elections are about numbers. Not the size of rallies. Not the noise on social media. Not assumptions about loyalty. Numbers. The last general election, particularly in Lagos State, revealed an important lesson. Campaign grounds were filled. Support groups were active. Visibility was high. Yet, when the final results were announced, the numbers told a more complex story. Crowd energy did not fully translate into votes. That reality demands reflection and strategic adjustment.…

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Achievers’ Crew Celebrate Compassionate Member, Dr Dankuwo On Birthday

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‎Mariam Akinloye ‎ ‎The Board of Trustees (BOT), Elders Council and the general membership of the Achievers’ Crew, have felicitated one of one of their members, Dr Adeleke Dankuwo, on his birthday. ‎Dr. Dankuwo, the Medical Director/Chief Executive Officer, Cute Medical Centre, Agunfoye, Igbogbo, who is a chieftain of the group’s Elders’ Council is also the President, Igbogbo Youth Forum, celebrates his birthday every February 11. ‎‎In a statement signed by the Achievers’ Crew BOT Chairman, Mr Gbenga Oduniyi and Secretary, Mr Olabode Oyesanya, the Achievers’ Crew described him as…

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‎Ijede LCDA Chairman Inspects Ongoing 1.5km Drainage Project at Ayegbami

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Jare Olukotun‎ ‎‎The Executive Chairman of Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo-Alogba, on Tuesday, inspected the ongoing 1.5-kilometre drainage construction and channelisation project at Ayegbami towards Powerline, Ijede.‎‎‎She was accompanied on the inspection by members of the legislative arm and the council management team.‎‎‎The project is a major intervention aimed at providing a lasting solution to the flooding challenges in the area, and improve road accessibility. The drainage construction stretches from Ayegbami towards Powerline through Ile-Omi, connecting the Nureni Adeshola Street drainage, Abule-Eko road.‎ ‎‎At the inspection…

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Imota LCDA Lauds Sen. Abiru Over Block Of Classrooms

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Jare Olukotun‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA) , Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele, has commended the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, for the commissioning of a newly constructed block of classrooms at United Native Africa (UNA) Primary School, Igbalu, in Imota LCDA.‎‎‎The educational infrastructure was commissioned on Tuesday.‎‎Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Hon. Benson described the project as a significant investment in the future of the Igbalu community, noting that quality infrastructure remains a key driver of improved learning outcomes for…

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APC E-Membership Registration: Aroyewun Applauds Residents, Hails Strong Grassroots Mobilisation

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Wale Jagun The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has expressed appreciation to the resilient and progressive people of Igbogbo/Baiyeku, for their overwhelming participation and remarkable performance in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) E-Membership Registration Exercise. Describing the outcome as a clear demonstration of grassroots unity, political consciousness, and collective resolve, the Chairman noted that the massive turnout and high number recorded across all wards of the LCDA, further reaffirm Igbogbo/Baiyeku’s strategic relevance within Ikorodu Division and Lagos State. He observed…

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