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Mariam Akinloye As a follow-up up to the Community Development Dialogue earlier this year convened by the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Imota Chapter, that looked into development of Imota and how to chart ways forward, the outcome has been presented and committed to the hands of major stakeholders. NYCN members led by its Coordinator, Comrade Oriyomi Adebogun, presented the reports to the Chairman, Imota LCDA, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele and the Ranodu of Imota, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajibade Agoro, FCA., at the council secretariat and…

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Wale Jagun The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to agricultural education, innovation, and youth inclusiveness in the agricultural value chain through the Lagos Agricultural Scholars’ Quiz Competition. Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, reinstated the state government strategic engagement at this year’s edition of the competition, organised by her ministry. A total of 28 secondary schools across the State participated in the Quiz Competition which is usually part of the activities commemorating World Food Day in Lagos. Participants showcased their knowledge, confidence, and passion…

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Wale Jagun The Office of Rural Development, Lagos State, has lauded a chieftain of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) and former Secretary to the State Government, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Reuben Basorun for his dedication to public service, community development and mentorship of young ones. Dr Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, in a statement in commemoration of the elder statesman’s 87th birthday today gave the commendations. “The Lagos State Government Office of Rural Development celebrates Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Reuben Basorun, Ikorodu apex leader, Lagos Governance Advisory Council…

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Mariam Akinloye The council boss of Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo – Alogba, has congratulated her leader, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Basorun on his 87th birthday anniversary. In a statement commemorating the elder statesman’s birthday today, Hon. Gbadebo – Alogba referred to the celebrant as an excellent political leader, who exhibits integrity and honour at all times. “On behalf of the good people of Ijede LCDA, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to my father, leader, and mentor, Asiwaju Reuben Olorunfunmi Basorun, on the joyous occasion of his 87th…

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 Jare Olukotun A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon. (Dr.) Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), has joined others in celebrating a distinguished statesman, His Eminence, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Basorun, on his birthday. Asiwaju Basorun, a chieftain of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) and former Secretary to the Lagos State Government, clocked 87 today. In a statement by the lawmaker, he described the old Awoist as embodiment of integrity, pillar and courage. “Happy Birthday to our Father, Mentor, and Leader of Leaders — His Eminence, Asiwaju…

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Wale Jagun Members of the Achievers’ Crew, have extended their felicitations to the elder statesman and distinguished leader, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Basorun, on his birthday today. Achievers’ Crew, which is a social, developmental, political and community -based organization, in a statement congratulating Baba Aladura Asiwaju Basorun, lauded his inspiration and impacts on the youths and community in general. “From all members of Achievers Crew, we extend our warmest congratulations and heartfelt wishes to a distinguished father, mentor, and icon of purposeful leadership, His Eminence Asiwaju Reuben Olorunfunmi Basorun. “Your life continues…

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Wale Jagun Dr Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Rural Development, has stated that the 7.3 – metre – wide Ladejobi – Ita Ajele Road in Ikorodu Local Government flagged – off by the Lagos State Government recently, will be completed in 6 months. The 360 – metre road project approved for construction by the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, through the Office of Rural Development, is aimed at boosting connectivity and stimulating economic growth within the community. According to Dr Agbaje…

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Kunle Adelabu Igbogbo – born researcher with Cardiff University, Cardiff, United Kingdom, Dr. Nurudeen Oshinlaja, has honoured the highly revered spiritual and political leader, Asiwaju Olounfunmi Basorun, as a quintessential and cherubic figure whose path must be cleared when he appears on a horse. Dr. Oshinlaja, who has kept constant touch with his people and community despite pursing his academic career abroad, celebrated the elder statesman on his 87th birthday today in a statement he sent to THE IMPACT. “When an equestrian approaches on his or her horse, people clear…

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Kunle Adelabu The representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has acknowledged the strength in faith, character and dedication of the elder statesman, His Eminence, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Basorun, on his birthday today. In a statement commemorating 87th birthday of Baba Aladura Basorun, the three term lawmaker, who is the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Defense, said that the political, community and spiritual leader has over the time display rare and uncommon characters that make him an outstanding figure. “Today, on this special day, I join family, friends, and…

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Wale Jagun As the highly revered Revered Leader, Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Basorun, the Baba Aladura and chieftain of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC), marks his 87 years birthday anniversary on the surface of the earth, one of his political sons, Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), the Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has penned powerful tributes in his honour. Aroyewun described the old political strategist of Awolowo era whom he said has been using his wealth of experiences, wisdom and grace to raise a new generation of…

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