Kunle Adelabu -As affected residents lament, count losses The Lagos State Government has assured residents of Ikorodu division of efforts to address the issue of floods that ravaged several parts of the division on Monday. Several areas in Ikorodu Local Government, Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), and Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA among others, were affected by the floods. The state government gave the assurance during the week when a high – powered delegation led by the representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), visited affected areas, especially in…
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Birthday: Ikorodu, Imota Council Chairmen Celebrate APC State Boss
Wale Jagun Executive Chairmen of Ikorodu Local Government, Prince Adedayo Abayomi Ladega and his Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA) counterpart, Hon. Sunday Benson Ayodele, have felicitated the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Pastor Cornelius Oyefolu Ojelabi on his birthday. Pastor Ojelabi, a former Commissioner and former Council Chairman in Lagos State celebrates his birthday every August 7. In a statement by Prince Ladega, he said that his party chairman is appreciated for his relentless effort in providing good leadership for the APC. “Today marks a special…
Read MoreState APC Secretary, Dr Jokomba Congratulates Chairman On Birthday
Kunle Adelabu The State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Pastor (Dr.) Cornelius Oyefolu Ojelabi, has been adjudged a leader who has been instrumental to successes recorded by the ruling party in the state. Dr. Adeola Jokomba, the State Secretary of the party gave the commendations in a statement congratulating his state party chairman on his birthday today. “Happy Birthday to the esteemed State Chairman of APC Lagos, Pastor (Dr) Cornelius Oyefolu Ojelabi. “Today, I celebrate not just your birthday, but the life of a dedicated…
Read MoreAyangbure Installs Iyaloja General, Chief (Mrs) Tinubu – Ojo As Yeye Aniyikaye
Wale Jagun with Simire Oluwatobiloba & Olaleye Deborah (Trainees) Another colourful feather was added to the well – feathered cap of the Iyaloja – General of Nigeria, Chief (Mrs) Dr. Mujeedat Folashade Tinubu -Ojo as she was honoured with an honorary chieftaincy title by His Royal Majesty (Oba) Dr. Kabir Adewale Shotobi, the Ayangbure of Ikorodu as part of the activities commemorating the royal father ‘s 10th coronation anniversary. Chief Tinubu – Ojo was installed as the Aniyikaye of Ikorodu Kingdom at a well – attended Market Women & Men/Artisan/Transporters…
Read More10th Coronation Anniversary: Oba Shotobi Hosts Clubs, Societies, Groups In Ikorodu
Simire Oluwatobiloba & Oladipupo Ayoola (Trainees) As part of the ongoing celebration of his 10th coronation anniversary, the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, (Oba) Dr. Kabir Adewale Shotobi, the Adegorushen V, hosted clubs, societies, associations in Ikorodu at his palace. The colourful event was attended by HRM Oba Moroof Oyekunle Tijani, Oluwa of Apapa, Odofin Adewunmi Ogunsanya, SAN, Asiwaju Kaoli Olusanya, the Asipa of Ikorodu, Otunba Ayodele Elesho, the Agbaakin of Ikorodu, Otunba Ganiyu Abiru, Executive Secretary, Ikorodu Division Peace Initiative (IDPIL), Asiwaju Rotimi Erogbogbo, former Chairman, IKODASS, Alhaji…
Read MoreOba Shotobi Launches Foundation, Presents 50 Students Scholarship Awards In Commemoration Of 10th Coronation Anniversary
Wale Jagun with Simire Oluwatobilob, Taiwo Oluwatoyin & Boluwatife Orebajo (Trainees) -Celebration reflects exceptional leadership – Deputy Governor Education took the centre stage on Tuesday during the continuation of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Engr. Dr.) Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu’s 10th Coronation Anniversary with a grand commemorative public lecture, formal launch of a visionary foundation, and the award of scholarships to 50 deserving students. The event, held at the Ayangburen Palace, brought together traditional rulers, government officials, scholars, eminent Ikorodu sons and daughters, social clubs, and community stakeholders.…
Read MoreOba Shotobi Donates To Support Inmates, Orphans At Rehabilitation Centre, Orphanage Home
Mariam Akinloye In continuation of his care for the less privileged and orphans, the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kabir Adewale Shotobi, dedicated a day to visit the Lagos State Rehabilitation Centre at Owutu, Ikorodu and Divine Heritage Orphanage Home at Gintin, where he celebrated his 10th year anniversary with inmates and orphans. At the centres, the royal father and members of his entourage showed love, interacted and prayed for the inmates and children and in commemoration of his anniversary, Oba Shotobi donated bags of rice, garri,…
Read MoreIjede LCDA Enhances Women Financial Literacy, Enterpreneurship initiative
Mariam Akinloye In a continued effort to promote human capital development, the leadership of Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in partnership with the Lagos State Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), hosted a one-day capacity building programme focused on Women’s Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship. The event held at the weekend at the council secretariat brought together women from across the LCDA for a day of interactive sessions, and exhibitions, from notable institutions such as Cowrywise, Opay, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASSRA), and Ilera…
Read MoreIkorodu LG Chair, Prince Ladega Attracts Two FG Projects Within A Week Of Resumption
Kunle Adelabu -As Hon. Shotomiwa Leads 7th Ikorodu LG Legislative Council The Executive Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government, Prince Adedayo Ladega has stated that his new administration has attracted projects from two federal agencies within a week of resumption into the office. Prince Ladega made the revelation at the proclamation/inauguration of the 7th Ikorodu LG Legislative Council, when the former Majority Leader of the 6th Council, Hon. Wasiu Babatunde Shotomiwa (Papy), Councillor representing Ward D, emerged the Council Leader. Other Principal Officers that emerged were Hon. Mutiat Fatuga, Deputy Leader, Hon.…
Read MoreAn Open Letter of Disappointment to Hon. Wasiu Ayodeji Adeshina, Former Executive Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government
By Oluwole Solanke (PhD, FCIB) Dear Hon. Wasiu Ayodeji Adeshina, As a concerned resident of Ikorodu and a witness to your tenure as Executive Chairman/Administrator of Ikorodu Local Government over the past decade, I write this letter with a heavy heart, compelled by a sense of duty to reflect on your administration’s performance and its impact on our community. Your time in office, which began with promise and high expectations, has unfortunately left a legacy of disappointment, missed opportunities, and unfulfilled promises that will serve as a sobering lesson for…
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