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COLUMN: Diaspora’s Insights: A Tale of Power and Forgetfulness

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By Sobona Wasiu Adekunle In a land of forgotten promises, there lived a leader who rose to power not by merit, but by the weight of a revered name. His performance during the initial test of worthiness was lackluster, but the influence of a respected figure paved the way for his ascension. The people, in their generosity and hope for a better future, accepted this imposition, expecting that the leader would learn and grow into the role. However, as time passed, the leader became increasingly disconnected from the people. Simple…

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Fadugba Ogunlewe Royal Family Awards N1.3mllion Worth Of Bursary To 17 Students

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Kunle Adelabu -Institutes family cooperatives In its quest to further encourage academic excellence within its family and Igbogbo community, the Fadugba Ogunlewe Royal Family of Igbogbo has continued with its educational support initiatives. At the 4th Annual General Meeting of the family held at the family house at Itunla, Igbogbo on Monday, April 21, the family awarded bursary to 12 family members and five students sourced from the Igbogbo Students’ Union (ISU). The beneficiaries from the family include 10 students studying various courses in different higher institutions across Nigeria and…

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COLUMN: LIFE REFLECTIONS PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY

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The Kindness You Put Into the World Will Always Come Back to You By Oluwole Solanke (Phd, FCIB) In a world often driven by self-interest and competition, kindness can seem like a fragile, fleeting virtue. But make no mistake—kindness is powerful. It may not always make the headlines, but it quietly transforms hearts, bridges divides, and brings light to the darkest places. More importantly, kindness has a boomerang effect: the good you sow in others always finds its way back to you. The Power of a Simple Act Kindness doesn’t…

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17th Ikorodu NBA Annual Public Lecture Examines LG Autonomy

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Wale Jagun -As Law Reform Symposium holds Wednesday The 2025 Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Ikorodu Chapter’s Law Week will examine the much talked about Local Government Autonomy with a critical focus. This year’s edition of the annual lecture named after the former President of the NBA, Asiwaju Babatunde Olusola Benson, SAN, KJW, LLD, holding on Tuesday, April 29, is the 17th since its commencement and the topic is “Local Government Autonomy in Nigeria: Myth or A Reality?” It will hold at the Peakstone Event Centre, Lagos Road, Ikorodu. The law…

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COLUMN: The Rex-o-meter By Abiodun AWOSANYA

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Now That The Oracles Have Spoken In Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA In the ever-evolving political landscape of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (IBLCDA), the recent resolution of the chairmanship tussle has marked a watershed moment. One that reaffirms the supremacy of party discipline, loyalty, and the wise counsel of seasoned political leaders. Indeed, now that the oracles have spoken, it is time for every well-meaning son and daughter of IBLCDA to rally behind the vision of progress and unity. At the forefront of this laudable turn of events is Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Basorun,…

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We Are In Discussion For A Merger With A Leading Chairmanship Aspirant – Alani Onibudo

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Kunle Adelabu The last may not have been heard of Ibrahim Alani Onibudo, a former Chairmanship aspirant for Ikorodu LG who withdrew from the race last week as its campaign team is set to merge with a leading aspirant. Onibudo, as reported by THE IMPACT, withdrew from the race due to personal reasons. In a chat with our reporter at the weekend, Onibudo said that his organisation is in a merger talk with a formidable aspirant. “We at BUDO ALLEN are currently talking with another leading aspirant on a political…

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Otunba Olasunkanmi Tijani Pledges Progressive Development In Ikorodu North LCDA

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Mariam Akinloye A Chairmanship aspirant in Ikorodu North Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Otunba Olasunkanmi Tijani, has pledged that there would be a progressive development in the council if he is elected. Tijani, who was a former acting chairman of the council, and at the moment doubled as the chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC), Ikorodu North LGA and that of the Ikorodu Division, gave the pledge on Friday when the youths of Isiu hosted him to an homecoming in support of his aspiration. At the event, which took place at…

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Obateru Commemorates 15th Coronation Anniversary With Hosting Of Ijebu Obas, Foundation Laying for Medical Facility

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Kune Adelabu & Mariam Akinloye -Adeboruwa, Ijede chair, others laud monarch It was a landmark commemoration of 15th coronation anniversary as the Obateru of Egbin Kingdom, as His Royal Majesty (Oba) Dr. Abdulhakeem Adeoriyomi Oyebo, hosted the association of Ijebu Obas in Lagos State. The anniversary, which was held last week, also witnessed the foundation laying ceremony of a Physiotherapy Department at the General Hospital, Ijede, donated by the Obateru. While the first-class Oba hosted his fellow Ijebu Obas in his palatial palace facing the lagoon, invited guests were hosted…

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OPINION: OPEN LETTER TO THE ESTEEMED LEADERS OF THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC) IN IKORODU DIVISION

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By Princess (Mrs.) Aderoju Ladega-Akinjobi Dear Respected Leaders, I greet you with utmost respect and in the spirit of patriotism and service. As the sun casts its gaze upon the land of Ikorodu division – a division known for its rich heritage and unyielding loyalty – I pen this open letter, not out of mere sentiment, but from a deep well of conviction. I write to appeal to your collective conscience as custodians of democracy and stewards of our people’s trust at this critical juncture of our political journey. The…

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It Is The Turn Of Justice Forum To Produce The Next Chairman Of Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, And I Have Conceded To Basorun To Pick The Candidate – Sen. Ogunlewe

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Sen. Adeseye Ogunlewe is a chieftain of the Governance Advisory Council (CAC), the highest decision making body in Lagos State, and one of the apex leaders in Ikorodu Division. Ogunlewe, popularly known as the ‘Field Marshal’, was a former Minister of Works and a Senator who represented the Lagos East Senatorial District between 1999 to 2003, on the platform of the Alliance for Democracy. He is a Prince of Igbogbo and one of the foremost political leaders in the town. He spoke with Kunle Adelabu, the Publisher/Reporter – in –…

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