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Oriwu Senior Model College, Again, Reaffirms Excellence Status With Winning Streaks

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Wale Jagun Oriwu Senior Model College, the premier college, in Ikorodu Division, has again reaffirmed her towering excellence in achieving success. The school announced records of outstanding achievements in the month of November. In a statement by the school today, the school celebrates some of its students for the feats recorded in the Lagos State Chamber Of Commerce & Industry LCCI Annual Secondary Schools Essay and Debate Competition where the school emerged as the winner, African Principals Conference Initiative 2025, National Debate Competition on Secure Based Attachment in Nigeria Schools,…

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Igbogbo Day 2025: Glamour, Royalty As Traditional Rulers, Dignitaries Turn Up For Grand Celebration

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Kunle Adelabu & Mariam Akinloye with Austin Onah (SIWES Student) -Adeboruwa, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Chair Sue For Unity, Cooperation The colourful presence of traditional rulers, top government functionaries, captains of industry, and other eminent personalities that attended the grand finale of the 37th edition of the annual Igbogbo Day Celebration added glamour, glitz and royalty to the climax of the week – long celebration. The well – attended celebration chaired by Hon. Akin Alabi, the Jagun of Ibadan Land and Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Works, took place at the expansive…

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Achievers’ Crew Engages Over 100 Students, Youth In Igbogbo On Career Path Strategic Decision

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Kunle Adelabu & Mariam Akinloye with Austin Onah (SIWES Student) The Achievers’ Crew during the just concluded 37th Igbogbo Day Celebration put into practice its mission for human capital and community development when it sponsored a Career Guidance and Counseling Session with over 100 Senior Secondary School students, out of school youth and graduates yet to be employed. Seasoned administrators, university don, professionals and teachers including Dr. Olumide Olusola Metilelu, an Associate Professor with the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) and Commissioner with Lagos State Electoral Commission…

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Birthday: Ikorodu Constituency II Rep Congratulates Hon. Saheed Adefarasin

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Kunle Adelabu The representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon.(Dr) Aro Moshood Abiodun has joined numerous others in celebrating Hon. Saheed Hassan Adefarasin, his predecessor on his birthday anniversary. Hon. Adefarasin who added a year today, represented the Ikorodu Constituency II between 1999 and 2007, in the Lagos State House of Assembly, after which he served as chairman, Ijede LCDA for also two terms. In a statement by Hon. Aro congratulating the celebrant, he described Hon Adefarasin as a leader with integrity on his birthday. “Today, I celebrate a man whose…

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Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo -Alogba Felicitates Predecessor Hon. Hassan Adefarasin On Birthday

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Kunle Adelabu The Executive Chairman, Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo -Alogba has felicitated a dedicated grassroots mobiliser and leader, Hon. Saheed Hassan Adefarasin, on his birthday, today. Hon. Hassan Adefarasin, a former two terms council chairman, Ijede LCDA; former two terms representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Lagos State House of Assembly and the apex leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Ijede LCDA, celebrates his birthday every November 30th. Hon. Motuntayo Gbadebo-Alogba, on behalf of herself and residents of Ijede, expressed her congratulations in a statement today.…

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Global Affairs Magazine Honours Hon. Aro With Most Vibrant Lawmaker Of The Year Award

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Mariam Akinloye The quality and compassionate representation of Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA) has been recognised by the Global Affairs Magazine with the honour of the Most Vibrant and Philanthropic Lawmaker of the Year Award bestowed on him. Hon. Aro was presented with the award at the Global Affairs Magazine Award (GAMA) held at the Civic Centre, Lagos on Friday. The award, presented during the annual GAMA ceremony, recognises lawmakers whose service reflects exceptional energy, community impact, and philanthropic commitment. Hon. AMA was celebrated for his visible grassroots engagement, his…

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Recognitions: A Compelling Motivation To Deliver More Impactful, People – Oriented Governance – Aroyewun

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Wale Jagun The Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), has said awards in recognition of his efforts since assumption of office will motivate him to do more in delivering good governance for the people. Aroyewun said this during the week -long annual Igbogbo Day Celebration in which he was honoured with awards in recognition of his achievements in office within a short period of time. He received the Adeboruwa Excellence Award by the Igbogbo Day Planning Committee and another one from the Market…

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Lagos Commences 21st Edition Of Spelling Bee Competition

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Our Reporter The Honourable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, has announced the commencement of the 21st Edition of the Lagos State Spelling Bee Competition. Addressing journalists, the Commissioner stated that this year’s edition promises to be exceptional, aligning with the THEMES Plus Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. Alli-Balogun said the Ministry has made concerted efforts to ensure that the 2025 Spelling Bee stands out, demonstrating Lagos State’s commitment to excellence in education. According to him, “We are proud to promote literacy and language development…

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Ikorodu Federal Lawmaker Allays Residents’ Fear Over Lead Smelting, Acid -Waste Operation In Ogijo

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Kunle Adelabu Residents of Ikorodu have been assured that there is no cause to worry over the lead smelting and acid -waste industrial activities in Ogijo, a border town to Ikorodu though located under Ogun State. The Lagos State Government gave the assurance through the Ikorodu Federal representative, Rep. Babajimi Benson, who had called the Commissioner for Environment, Dr Tokunbo Wahab, expressed his concern after a viral video on the Internet showing lead smelting and acid -waste operation in Ogijo. Rep. Benson in a statement today, clarified that the Lagos…

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Ifeoluwa FC Emerge 36th Adeboruwa Cup Champions, Dominate individual awards

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Jare Olukotun The atmosphere was electric at UAMC Eleja Primary School, Igbogbo, as football lovers trooped out in their large numbers to witness the grand finale of the Adeboruwa Cup 2025, which ended with Ifeoluwa FC beating Baba Ode team 1 – 0 to emerge and be crowned as champions. The two teams that emerged as the last two contenders out of the 36 that started the tournament about three months ago, received massive support from their fans that added fun and thrills to the final game. Supporters filled the…

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