Author: Impact Newspaper

‎Kunle Adelabu ‎ ‎Political party members, associates and residents of Ikorodu have mourned the two popular grassroots politicians, Hon. Kazeem Oni -Orisan popularly called “Kalokalo” and Alhaja Kudirat Owolabi who is called “C – Cash” by friends and admirers, both who are members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikorodu. ‎ ‎ ‎The two who are in their 50s answered the final calls barely 24 hours from the demise of each other. ‎ ‎ ‎While Hon. Oni-Orisan, a former Councillor in Ikorodu Local Government, died in hospital early morning…

‎Our Reporte The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), under the leadership of its Executive Chairman, Dr. Hakeem Shittu, has approved the appointment of three Education Secretaries in Ikorodu, Agege, and Alimosho Local Government Education Authorities to further strengthen the effective implementation of education policies at the grassroots level. ‎ ‎The appointments were ratified at the Second Statutory Board Meeting of the Board in the year, held at the LASUBEB Headquarters. ‎ ‎The appointees are Ikorodu: Mr. Taiwo Abiodun Odumbo; Alimosho: Dr. Aminat Olawunmi Ige and Agege; Mrs. Janet…

‎Wale Jagun ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman, Imota Local Council Development Area) LCDA), Hon Sunday Benson Ayodele (BSA), has extended birthday felicitations on behalf of himself and the council to the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi, on his birthday. ‎ ‎In a statement personally signed by the chairman, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele applauded the monarch’s efforts at unity and progress of Ikorodu Kingdom and the Division at large. ‎”Today, I extend my warmest wishes to our revered monarch, father, and exceptional leader, His Royal Majesty, Oba…

‎Kunle Adelabu The Ayangbure of Ikorodu Kingdom, HRM Oba (Dr.) Adewale Kabir Shotobi, Adegorushen V, has been described as the father of modern Ikorodu. ‎ ‎ ‎Rep. Benson said in a statement commemorating the birthday anniversary of the monarch, adding that hid reign has been purposeful. ‎ ‎ ‎Oba Shotobi, who is the Permanent Vice Chairman, Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs and Chairman, Ijebu Obas in Lagos State celebrates his birthday every February 5th. ‎ ‎ ‎”Today, I celebrate my father and our paramount ruler, His Royal Majesty, Oba…

‎Kunle Adelabu ‎-VC rewards best students from Epe As part of activities that commemorated the 4th Founder’s Day of the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), the institution during the celebration on Monday honoured her outstanding students for the 2024/25 academic session. ‎ ‎ ‎The Founder’s Day celebration was marked by lecture, cultural performances, highlight of LASUSTECH achievements in the last four years and facility tour. ‎ ‎ ‎Five students from the institution’s Colleges were announced as the best students with Ruth Ayomide Ajayi, a 300level student, Department…

Kunle Adelabu The Executive Chairman, Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele (BSA), has called for an intensive campaign to raise awareness on cancer and urged for decisive and collective actions to prevent cancer and also support any victims. Hon. Benson made the call in a statement in commemoration of the 2026 World Cancer Day, while also assuring of his administration’s commitment. This year’s day is themed, “United by Unique” “Today, on this World Cancer Day, I reaffirm our administration’s commitment to raising cancer awareness and taking…

‎Kunle Adelabu Barely 24 hours after the sudden death of a former Councillor and prominent grassroots mobiliser for the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Kazeem Oni-Orisan, the ruling party has lost another prominent figure, Mrs Owolabi Kudirat popularly called “C -Cash”. ‎ ‎ ‎Late Mrs Owolabi was the Deputy Executive Secretary, Ikorodu Local Government to Hon. Wasiu Adeshina who was later elected as Chairman for two terms. ‎ ‎ ‎A close source to Mrs Owolabi and who served with her in the Ikorodu LG cabinet confirmed her death to THE…

Jare Olukotun The Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) will host its 1st Inaugural Lecture on Tuesday, 17th February 2026, at the 700-Seat Auditorium in the Ikorodu Campus. This landmark academic event underscores the university’s commitment to advancing scholarship and fostering intellectual discourse. The lecture, titled “Lessons from Ants: Odyssey of the Insect Hunter”, will be delivered by Professor Abiodun Akinpelu Denloye, Professor of Medical and Applied Entomology. Prof. Denloye, a distinguished scholar and alumnus of Lagos State University, has contributed extensively to the field of entomology through…

Jare Olukotun The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele (BSA), has been honoured with meritorious awards in recognition of his outstanding leadership, responsive governance, and impactful contributions to grassroots development. According to the media and public engagement office of the council, the awards were presented at two separate events held over the weekend, organised by Oke-Agbo Central Community Development Association (CDA) and the Tripple O All-Stars Football Club. The events were well attended by community leaders and political stakeholders, who commended the council chairman…