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Photos: Fun, Surprises At Ikorodu – Oga Carnival 2024 Ram Fight

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Jare Olukotu It was a massive GB event during the week when ram owners, trainers and celebrating fans from within and outside of Ikorodu gathered at the Ikorodu Town Hall open grounds to witness another edition of ram fights, which is part of the activities lined up for the ongoing 33rd edition of the Ikorodu – Oga Day. The game was filled with fun, surprises and was also engaging as rams locked horns to entertain the crowd who were seen catching fun and also placing bets. Among rams that participated…

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Senator Abiru Condoles Families of Epe Fatal Accident Victims

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Our Reporter The  Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of those who tragically lost their lives in the fatal accident in Epe on Monday. In a statement issued by his Media Aide, Mr. Enitan Olukotun, Senator Abiru described the incident as deeply unfortunate and devastating. He offered prayers for the repose of the souls of the deceased and shared in the deep grief that has enveloped the Epe community, the Lagos East Senatorial District and Lagos State at…

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Photos: IKODASS Market Expos Kick – Off At Ikorodu Town Hall

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Jare Olukotun The annual Ikorodu – Oga Market Expos which is usually part of the events commemorating the yearly Ikorodu – Oga Carnival, has fully kicked – off. The expo is going on at the open space of the Ikorodu Town Hall. On display were clothing, jewelry, solar items, communication services, food items, drinks among others. Also happening on the open field of the Town Hall is the daily social activities organized by IKODASS and powered by Trophy. The place provides a relaxation environment for residents to enjoy, unwind and…

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Photos: Hundreds Of Residents Benefit From IKODASS Medical Outreach

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Bolu Oresajo It was a large turnout on Monday, for the medical mission organized by the Ikorodu – Oga Development Association, which was the Day Three of the commencement of the 33rd Ikorodu – Oga Carnival. The outreach which was in partnership with the Ikorodu Eye Foundation; Pukka Massage Clinic; Age Friendly and Support Group and Aremai Diagnostic Center, took place at the Ikorodu Town Hall. Residents were offered free health lecture, consultancy and check – ups on BP and sugar levels.They were also offered free eye glasses. The outreach…

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Royal Fathers Join Hon. AMA In Kick – Off At Maiden Constituency II  All – Stars Unity Cup

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Wale Jagun The first edition of the Ikorodu Constituency II Unity Cup kicked – off at the weekend in three locations with royal fathers expressing their support for the sporting initiative of the representative of the Ikorodu Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA). Royal fathers in the constituency – Obateru of Egbin in Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) AbdulHakeem Adeoriyomi Oyebo, the Obateru of Egbin Kingdom and His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, the…

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33rd Ikorodu – Oga Carnival Kicks – Off In Grand Cultural Procession, Display

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Mariam Akinloye with Olaleye Taiwo Deborah & Bole Oresajo (SIWES Students) It’s another period for the Ikorodu – Oga Carnival and the people of the ancient and strategic city are not leaving anything un-turned to record yet another historic celebration this year. As usual, the annual event kicked – off on Saturday, November 9, 2024, with Woro Procession and cultural displays. The Woro Procession along the traditional route – Owolowo Street, Oriwu Road, Ita – Elewa, Aga, Odulate, Obun Oke, Obale Market, Ajina Market, Itunmoja, Alhaji Street, Ojubode, Ikorodu Garage…

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38th Imota Ayayo Celebration: OAU Pro – Chancellor Exhorts Imota On Documentation, Development Plan

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Kunle Adelabu The Pro – Chancellor, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile – Ife and erudite historian, Prof. Siyan Oyeweso, FHSN, FNAL, has exhorted the people of Imota to prioritize the documentation of the kingdom’s history and important figures for easy access and development. He also called on the people to, as a matter of importance, have a development strategy plan to guide the community’s development and posterity. Prof. Oyeweso spoke at the lecture delivered in commemoration of 38th Imota Ayayo Day Celebration held at the N.S. Event Hall, Imota on Friday.…

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Joy David Retains Lagos Women Run Title

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Our Reporter Veteran long-distance runner, Joy Ebiye David, on Saturday emerged as the third-time winner of the Lagos Women Run ahead of 10,000 participants. The 9th edition, which saw several athletes across Nigeria and Africa, commenced at 7 am from the Tafawa Balewa Square and finished at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Arena, Onikan. Ebiye clocked the time of 39:35:21 to win the 10km race, having won the event in 2021 and 2023. Lizine Nguetsa from Cameroon came second with a time of 40:02:54, while Charity Agofure emerged in third place…

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House Committee Chair On PPP Celebrates Lagos Speaker On Birthday

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Wale Jagun The Chairman, House Committee on Private Public Partnership (PPP), Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA) has celebrated the Speaker of the House, Rt. Honourable Mudashiru Obasa on his birthday. Hon. Obasa added another year today. In a statement by Hon. Aro on Monday, he described the Speaker as an extraordinary leader with vision and character: “A Glorious Happy Birthday to the Rt. Honourable Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly! “Today, we celebrate an extraordinary leader whose clear vision, wisdom, and strength have…

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Rep. Benson Lays Foundation For 250 Capacity ICT Centre For Constituency II In Imota

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Kunle Adelabu -Pledges dialysis centre, ambulance for Imota GH The representative of the Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson, is not relenting on his efforts to facilitate infrastructural development for his constituency, especially in the area of roads, hospital and innovation centre. The three – term lawmaker has, again, laid foundation of another 250 – capacity ICT/CBT centre for the Ikorodu Constituency II, at Ori – Okuta in Imota Local Council Development Area of Ikorodu, which will be a prototype of the one being built for the Constituency I at…

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