Parents, JAMB Blamed For Candidates’ Poor Performance In 2024 JAMB Examinations

Kunle Adelabu Residents of Ikorodu have blamed parents’ lack of proper care and guidance for their children for the poor results recorded in this year’s UTME JAMB examinations, following the release of the results by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, with almost 80% failure rate recorded. They reacted to the 2024 UTME results released on Monday, by the examination body on THE IMPACT Newspaper’s WhatsApp platform. The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, announced the release of the UTME results at a press conference held at the board’s headquarters, Bwari,…

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Residents Commend Ikorodu West Council Boss Over Achievements, Innovative Ideas

Wale Jagun -Charge on IGR improvement Commendations have continued to trail the achievements of the Chairman, Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Otunba (Hon.) Sulaimon Kazeem Olanrewaju (SKO), FCA, FCTI. In particular, the council boss has been commended for surpassing his predecessors and the innovative ways that he has been piloting the affairs of the council. The recent commendations came the way of Hon. Sulaimon, following a statement titled, “Building a Better Council Secretariat for You!”, that he personally signed, where he stated his administration’s efforts so far in…

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Workers’ Day: Sanwo -Olu Promises To Pay New Minimum Wage

Our Reporter  Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has assured workers in the State that his administration will implement the new minimum wage that is approved by the Federal Government. He made the commitment in response to the demands of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) during the Workers’ Day celebration held on Wednesday at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos. The Governor, while speaking on the current fuel scarcity, advised Lagos residents against panic buying and storage of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol,…

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Workers’ Day: Rep. Benson Celebrates ‘Vital Lubricant’ Keeps Societal Clog Running

Mariam Akinloye The Chairman, House of Representative Defense Committee on Defense, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has described the Nigerian workers as the vital lubricant that keeps the clogs of the society running. Benson, who is representing the Ikorodu Federal Constituency, said this in his statement today to celebrate the Workers’ Day. “Each day and through difficult circumstances, you dedicate yourselves to ensuring that our country functions smoothly and efficiently, particularly towards the economic revival championed by the administration of President Bola Tinubu”, he said. “You are the vital lubricant that keeps…

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Sanwo – Olu, Abiru Get Caleb University Founder’s Commendations Over Ikorodu – Itoikin Road

Kunle Adelabu -Joins voice for the road’s dualisation The Proprietor/CEO of Caleb Group of Schools, who is also the Founder and Visitor to Caleb University, Imota, Lagos, Dr Oladega Adebogun, has commended the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Tokunbo Abiru, for their active involvement in the reconstruction of Ikorodu-Itoikin road. The 34-kilometre road was initially constructed in 1975, during the regime of General Yakubu Gowon as the Head of State of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and Brigadier General Mobolaji Olufunso…

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Workers’ Day: Senator Abiru Salutes Nigerian Workers’ Resilience In Face of Economic, Social Challenges

Mariam Akinloye The Senator representing the Lagos East Senatorial District, Sen. Tokunbo Abiru, FCA, has joined numerous Nigerians in saluting the resilient and ever – dedicated Nigerian workers who are contributing in no small measures to the national developments. Abiru, who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, in a statement in commemoration of the Workers’ Day, also said that their efforts will continually be remembered. “Today, I celebrate the resilience, dedication, and unwavering spirit of Nigerian workers in the face of challenges. Their labour…

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Easygold Charges Workers On Mental Health

Mariam Akinloye Easygold Initiative, a body promoting mental health awareness in the country, has charged Nigerian workers on the need to look after their mental health despite the pressure of day -to – day work. In a statement signed by Mr Temidayo Hassan, Founder, Easygold Initiative, in commemoration of the 2024 Workers’ Day, he enjoined workers to cultivate the habit of taking a break and going on holidays when necessary. “Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and resilience of workers everywhere. Your efforts drive our society and economies forward,…

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Ikorodu – Oga Development Association Stands In Solidarity With Nigerian Workers

Kunle Adelabu The Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS), the umbrella body of all clubs, societies and groups in Ikorodu, has expressed its firm solidarity with workers in Nigeria, especially those in Lagos State and particularly, workers in Ikorodu. In a statement by the IKODASS Chairman, Asiwaju Rotimi Erogbogbo, IKODASS acknowledged the dedication and commitment of the workers to the nation – building in commemoration of the Workers’ Day, today. “Happy Workers Day!” “Today, we stand in solidarity with workers across Nigeria, especially those in Lagos State, acknowledging their dedication…

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Aroyewun Celebrates Resilient Nigerian Workers On May Day

Jare Olukotun -Assures Nigerians of sustained economic prosperity The efforts of the Nigerian workers in day – to – day running of the country, have been commended by the Chairmanship aspirant for the Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA). Aroyewun said that their activities have been a major endaevour that has not only kept the country going, but also has sustained it in the face of challenges. He gave the commendations in a statement commemorating the May Day/Workers’ Day which is marked every May 1, while…

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KÓLÙJÓ Team Advocates Better BRT Transport System For Ikorodu

-Gets Tinubu’s support The KÓLÙJÓ Team has called for an improvement in the means of transportation in and out of Ikorodu, especially with the operations of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) being operated by the Primero Transport Services Limited. The group, which is advancing the Chairmanship aspiration of Comrade Japheth Abolade Odesanya for the Ikorodu Local Government Secretariat, made the appeal on Monday when members paid a courtesy call on the Managing Director, Primero Transport Services Ltd, Mr Fola Tinubu. Kayode Alabi, Esq, Head, Kólùjó Press Directorate, in a statement…

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