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Mariam Akinloye The Achievers’ Crew, a socio – cultural and development group in Ikorodu Division, has described the newly commissioned ‘Aafin’ (Palace) Adeboruwa, as an embodiment of the rich cultural values of Igbogbo people, reflecting the ancient town’s enduring unity and shared commitment to progress. The crew stated this in a statement on Monday, and also commended the initiator, Builder Olusesan Mayokun Daini, Chairman, Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), on the monumental feat, while congratulating the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, HRM Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, on the commissioning…

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Kunle Adelabu The representative of Ikorodu Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), has described the newly commissioned ‘Aafin’ (palace) Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, as a centre for cultural renaissance and an architectural masterpiece. AMA, commending Builder Sesan Daini, the Chairman of Igbogbo-Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), for the construction of the palace, described it as a bold statement of his leadership and deep – rooted love for his community. The lawmaker said in a statement after the commissioning of the palace…

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Kunle Adelabu Prince Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, Chairman-elect, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), has stated that residents of Igbogbo are proud of the iconic Aafin (palace) built by the outgoing administration of Builder Olusesan Mayokun Daini. The palace was commissioned by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo – Olu, who was represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Bolaji Kayode Robert. The foundation laying ceremony for the magnificent Aafin Adeboruwa was laid first week in March, 2025, and was commissioned Sunday, July 20, 2025.…

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Kunle Adelabu The Ijede Development Foundation (IDF) has announced its annual scholarship awards, quiz and debate competitions and public lecture with appeals for sponsorship and support from the general public. Aside the request for support towards the continuous attainment of the initiative aimed at promoting human capital development, IDF is also seeking for support towards its free computer programmes. The appeal was made in a statement signed by the IDF Secretary, Mr Kunle Matti. “We are pleased to announce the 9th Edition of our annual flagship event, which includes the…

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 Wale Jagun Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated his call for a special status for the state and recognition of the 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) as full -fledged councils, as constitutional review public hearing. Governor Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, said that the request for a special status has become imperative owing to the strategic position of the state, especially as the former federal capital of the nation and the burdens it bears. He made this request on Saturday while speaking…

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Wale Jagun The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olushola Sanwo -Olu, will, on Sunday, commission the ultra -modern Adeboruwa palace (Aafin) in Igbogbo, Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Ikorodu Division, Lagos, South -West, Nigeria. The palace was constructed by the authority of the Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA under the administration of the outgoing Chairman, Builder Sesan Daini. The palace is arguably the first to be constructed by any local government authority in Lagos State. The foundation of the royal structure was laid in March this year, and ready for…

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Jare Olukotun In honour of the late former Governor of Lagos State and media icon, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande, the Mass Communication Department of the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), lkorodu, in collaboration with the DSE Foundation, will be organizing a Media Roundtable Discourse, to celebrate his contributions to the journalism profession. The initiative tagged, ‘Lateef Jakande Memorial Media Roundtable’, is a landmark event dedicated to the legacy of the legendary Nigerian journalist and first civilian of Lagos State, and is scheduled to take place on Wednesday,…

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