Wale Jagun -Commutes Death Sentence of 39 Inmates to Life Imprisonment Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on the recommendation of the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, has approved the release of 246 inmates from various correctional facilities across the State and the commuttal of death sentence for 39 inmates to life imprisonment. The Governor signed the release and commuttal orders on the 20th of December, 2023 in cognizance of the New Year Celebrations. The exercise is in pursuant to the provisions of Section 212 (1) (2) of the 1999 Constitution…
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Greater Lagos Fiesta: Davido, Olamide, Kizz Daniel, Teni, Other A – List Artists Unveiled
Wale Jagun As the highly anticipated Lagos countdown 2023, #GreaterLagosFiesta began on Friday, 29th December, 2023, the Lagos State Government has announced that no fewer than 10 musical artists with international exposure will thrill fun lovers at the musical and comedy events. Speaking on the Fiesta, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka said superstars like the sensational Davido, the energetic Olamide, and the talented Teni and several other top artists, have been slated for musical performances at the 2023 end-of-the-year event. The 3-day unlimited fun in…
Read MoreWe’ll Bring Nigeria Back To Stability, Tinubu Assures Citizens
Wale Jagun Nigeria is moving through phases of recovery, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said on Wednesday, noting that the difficulties currently facing the country is part of the pains of ongoing reforms to set the nation on the path of economic stability. The President said his resolve to address the contemporary challenges slowing down the nation’s growth remained unshaken, just as he stressed there would be light at the end of the tunnel for the country. Tinubu spoke at Lagos State Government’s House in Marina, where he had a meeting…
Read MoreBoxing Day: Igbogbo Students’ Union Reaches Out To Members, Residents
Kunle Adelabu About 400 members of the Igbogbo Students’ Union (ISU) and residents of Igbogbo, today, benefited from the relief materials distributed by the executive members of the union. The distribution of the food items took place at the Oba Johnson Fatola Pavilion located within the Adeboruwa palace in Igbogbo. According to Comrade AbdulSalaam Tijani, the President of the union who anchored the exercise, a total of 380 people (80 members of the union and 300 residents of the community) benefitted from the two different food packs distributed; one of…
Read MoreIgbogbo Magical Festivista: Seriki, Dragon, TySleek, Other Artistes Thrill Igbogbo Residents
Kunle Adelabu -It will be an annual concert – Builder Daini It was another wonderful experience that will linger in the memories of Igbogbo residents for a long time, when the Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) staged a mega concert which witnessed many stars mounting the stage to thrill the crowd. The concert, which was staged at the Agarawu/Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Road junction, on the Xmas eve, lasted till early morning on the Xmas day, was tagged, ‘Igbogbo Magical Festivista’. The star artiste, Seriki, had a great time interacting…
Read MoreFootball Club Owners Plan To Make Ikorodu Number One Football Destination
Kunle Adelabu The Chairman, Association of Football Club Owners (AFCO), Ikorodu branch, Mr Oluwasegun Ajiroba, popularly called, ‘Ebony’, has revealed the plans of the new association to make Ikorodu the number one football destination in Lagos State. Ajiroba, who represents the Joy Cometh FC, spoke with THE IMPACT, when he and other members of the association presented the Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) and the sponsor of the Gafaar Bolowotan Gold Club, Prince Toyin Gafaar Bolowotan, with a recognition award. The award was presented during the opening match…
Read MoreIKODASS Partners Entreprise Development Centre To Increase Women Business Capacity
Wale Jagun The Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS) has announced a partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre, Pan- Atlantic University, to assist young girls and women in Ikorodu, build business capacity. The initiative tagged, ‘Transforming Nigerian Youths Program’, is targeted at empowering 300 young women between 18 and 35 years old, in scaling up their businesses. Interested applicants are enjoined to apply online through this link: https://bit.ly/ikodass-train or obtain and submit your form at IKODASS Office. The training will hold at the Ikorodu Town Hall, Olubi/Owolowo Street, Ikorodu, from…
Read MoreNew Soccer Initiative, Oba’s Football Cup Commences October Next Year – DG Lagos Sports Commission
Kunle Adelabu -Igbogbo, other stadiums ready January The Director – General (DG), Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Prince Oluwatoyin Gafaar (Bolowotan), has revealed plans to commence a new football tournament in 2024, across the state. The tournament, slated for October next year, will start in Ikorodu, and be named after the Ayangbure of Ikorodu. The DG Sports revealed this while speaking with football stakeholders in Ikorodu, during the opening matches of the 15th edition of the Gafaar Bolowotan Gold Cup, at the Police Barracks Playing Ground, on Sunday. Bolowotan, who…
Read MoreAroyewun Wishes Residents Joyful Xmas
Mariam Akinloye Former aspirant for the Ikorodu Constituency II, Hameed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), has felicitated residents of Ikorodu division and wished them a joyful Christmas. While also calling for reflection on the outgoing year, Aroyewun, in a statement on Monday, also urged residents to be hopeful in the coming year. “As we gather around the warmth of this festive season, I extend my heartfelt wishes to each and everyone of you”, he said. “May this Christmas bring joy that fills your hearts and homes with laughter and love. “As we…
Read MoreSanwo – Olu Preaches Peace, Compassion At Christmas
Wale Jagun Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rejoiced with residents of the state, particularly Christian faithful as they celebrate this year’s Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ. Governor Sanwo-Olu in his Christmas message issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, implored Nigerians, especially Christians to embrace peace, harmony and tolerance in line with the teachings of Jesus Christ. Sanwo-Olu also urged Lagos residents not to lose hope due to the challenging times in the state and the country at large, charging them…
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