Category: Column/Opinion

By Oluwole Solanke PhD, FCIB On this special and memorable occasion of your birthday, Monday, 30th March 2026, I heartily celebrate you, a distinguished son of Ikorodu, an exemplary leader, and a man whose life continues to inspire excellence, service, and impact. Your journey in leadership and public service has been nothing short of remarkable. From your early professional accomplishments to your enduring contributions in the National Assembly, you have consistently demonstrated dedication, courage, and an unwavering commitment to the welfare of your people. Your strides in empowering your constituency,…

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By Olubode Mac. Oserinde There are men who occupy office, and there are men who define it. There are leaders who make promises, and there are those who quietly rewrite the meaning of representation. Today, we celebrate one of the latter – Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson. In the evolving story of Ikorodu Division, his name does not merely appear – it anchors a chapter of transformation. From the corridors of the National Assembly to the streets of Ikorodu, his journey has been marked by a rare clarity of purpose: that…

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By Suraju Abdulgafar As the 2027 gubernatorial race in Lagos State intensifies, a familiar debate over zoning and representation has resurfaced. When is Ikorodu Division getting the chance to rule Lagos State under a democratically elected government? Despite its political loyalty, sociocultural importance and immense human capital, Ikorodu Division remains the only division yet to occupy the state’s highest office, raising critical questions about the fairness of the current “reward system” within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Lagos is traditionally anchored by its five administrative divisions: Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja,…

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By enitan Olukotun It is another remarkable day for an exceptional leader, a visionary public servant, Distinguished Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions. Fondly known as the “DoingGood Senator,” Tokunbo Abiru, whose life has become synonymous with purposeful impact, stands out as a leader driven by an uncommon passion for people-centered development. His journey from a stellar banking career that culminated in his role as Managing Director of Polaris Bank, to…

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By Nurudeen Oshinlaja Many Nigerian communities today are confronted with an unsettling picture: the distance between our words and our world keeps widening. We talk passionately about development. We debate the shortcomings of government with venerable fluency. Often, after our talks, we are mostly short on ideas to change the narratives and push the envelope for quality development to happen. And many in public offices make promises to us, to our youth, to our women, to our elders, to our future with incommensurable actions to back up their promises. They…

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By Nurudeen Oshinlaja Progress wears many disguises. Sometimes it looks like a shiny new invention splashed across a glossy magazine cover; other times, it appears as a humble improvement so ordinary we scarcely notice it until it’s gone. In truth, the greatest blessings of progressrarely make noise. Instead, they settle into our routines, smoothing the rough edges of daily life like a patient craftsman polishing a familiar piece of furniture. We often imagine progress as something dramatic — flying cars, colonies on Mars, kitchens that clean themselves (surely someone is…

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By S. O. K. Shillings Esq. There is more than 70% chance the World War III will break out in less than a decade. It could even be 2 years or tomorrow. There are different pointers to it. We have completed a cycle of civilisation and the baton does not change without a ceremony. The scriptures have described this moment with scientific precision. I read the Book of Predictions which indicated from Nostradamus and other seers that the current Pope could be the last. The predicted date was 1999 but…

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By Dr. Metilelu Olumide Olusola IntroductionIn an era defined by rapid technological change and global knowledge exchange, universities are increasingly called upon to demonstrate their relevance beyond the classroom. The First Public Lecture of LASUSTECH represents a landmark in this journey, an occasion that celebrates intellectual rigour, societal engagement, and the University’s commitment to innovation. The event was well attended by academia, industry leaders, university collaborators, professional bodies, members of government, and friends of the University. It also showcased the dedicated efforts of the Chairman and members of the Governing…

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“Lagos can and must lead by example.” – General Bashexy Seven months after the inauguration of Local Government and LCDA chairmen across Lagos State, supervisory councillors and Secretaries to the Local Government (SLG) have yet to be appointed. This delay is not a minor administrative matter, it is a structural deficiency that weakens institutional governance, undermines merit, and sends the wrong signal about our commitment to grassroots development. Local governments are the closest tier of government to the people. They are responsible for primary healthcare, sanitation, local infrastructure, markets, and…

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