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Ou Reporter In response to public concerns regarding the enforcement of speed limits on selected roads, the Lagos State Government has reaffirmed the legality of these regulations and urged motorists to comply with the safety of all road users. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi referenced Section 28(2)(a) of the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law (2018), which provides the legal basis for imposing penalties on motorists who exceed prescribed speed limits. Further clarifying the legal framework for traffic signs, Osiyemi emphasised that the Ministry of Transportation is solely…

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Our Reporter -Public urged to maintain hygiene Lagos State has recorded 10 confirmed cases of diphtheria between January 1 and March 27, 2025, as health authorities intensify efforts to curb the outbreak. According to the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, suspected cases have fluctuated over the period, with some days recording as many as 15 cases and others as few as one. Providing an update on the outbreak at the weekend, the Commissioner revealed that laboratory tests conducted on 76 samples confirmed 10 positive cases, while 63…

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Jare Olukotun High Chief Adebowale Ogayemi Adefolayiga has been installed as the Olisa Ajuwa of Ikorodu Kingdom. He was installed on Monday by the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi, Adegorushen V. The new Olisa is from the Kamoju Olowoto Ruling House of Olisa Chieftaincy Family of Ikorodu. By virtue of his position as Olisa, High Chief Adebowale becomes the most senior traditional chief in Ikorodu Kingdom and head of the Kingmakers. At the installation were the Olori Kudirat Shotobi, wife of the Ayangbure, Odofin of…

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Mariam Akinloye The Eletu of Oke – Eletu in Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Eletu Adeniyi Omotayo Ajayi, has felicitated the Chairman of the council, Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo -Alogba, on her birthday. The traditional head of Oke Eletu in a statement said that the chairman has contributed immensely to the development of Ijede LCDA. “I celebrate my dear sister and council boss, Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo -Alogba, on her birthday celebration today. “I celebrate you for your immense contributions to the development of Ijede LCDA in all ramifications. You have…

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Our Reporter -Says Lagosians must play their role The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has reiterated its commitment to achieving zero waste in Lagos State, aligning with global efforts to minimise waste generation and maximise resource recovery. Commenting on the International Zero Waste Day, themed, “Towards zero waste in fashion and textiles”, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, stated that the event underscored the urgent need for sustainable waste management practices, noting that LAWMA had continued to implement innovative strategies, aimed at reducing landfill dependence, increasing recycling rates,…

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Kunle Adelabu People across the Ikorodu Division of Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria, have been paying tribute to an amazing young woman and the incumbent Chairman, Ijede LCDA, Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo -Alogba on her birthday today. The outpouring of affections across platforms indicates her amazing nature and acceptance among not just the Ijede people, but people across the division. Comrade Kehinde Okeowo, former Chairman, National Union of Local Government Employees of Nigeria (NULGE), Ikorodu LG chapter, congratulating her on THE IMPACT platform described her as an Amazon and Achiever. “Let Me…

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Wale Jagun The Ikorodu Federal representative, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has commended the Chairman, Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo- Alogba for her remarkable drive towards infrastructural and general development of her council. Rep. Benson, gave the commendation in his birthday greetings to the council chairman. Hon. Gbadebo -Alogba, whose mother, late Yeye Fausat Gbadebo, was the first Executive Chairman of Ijede celebrates her birthday every April 1st. “I express my warmest congratulations to the Executive Chairman, Ijede LCDA, Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo-Alogba on the occasion of her birthday.…

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Wale Jagun The Executive Chairman, Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo -Alogba, has been extolled as a woman of strength and vision who is committed to service by Hon. Abiodun Moshood Aro (AMA). The state lawmaker said that the council boss’ leadership at the council level has brought growth and development to Ijede LCDA. AMA stated this in a statement commemorating Hon. Gbadebo -Alogba’s birthday today. “Happy Birthday my dear sister, Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo-Alogba! Today is a special day as we celebrate you — a woman of…

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Kunle Adelabu The Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, yesterday joined many others that have continued to celebrate the representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson on his birthday. Rep. Benson celebrated his 53rd birthday on Sunday, which is the Eid – El – Mubarak day, with massive tributes acknowledging his exceptional leadership and quality representation. The media aide to the President who posted congratulatory message to the lawmaker on his social media handles on Monday, described the three – term lawmaker as…

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