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Alhaji Odumbo Appointed Member Chartered Institute of Personnel Management’s National Public Policy Committee

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Kunle Adelabu The Education Secretary, Local Government Education Authority (LGEA), Ikorodu, Alhaji Taiwo Odumbo, has been appointed as a member of the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee (PPAC), for the year 2025/2026. Alhaji Odumbo, who, until recently, was the Principal, Lagos State University (LASU) International School, Ojo, was also the immediate past Chairman of Ojo-Badagry Chapter of the Institute, former General Secretary of Lagos State Branch of the Institute and the immediate past member of the National Education Committee of the Institute. His appointment was contained in a letter signed…

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LASUSTECH VC Champions Culture Shift To Forge A World -Class Brand Of Excellence

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Our Reporter The Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Professor Olumuyiwa Omotola Odusanya, has issued a call to action for the entire university community, urging a collective culture shift to build an indelible global brand as Nigeria’s premier University of Excellence. In a statement by the university’s Director Information & Public Relations, Mr Lanre Kuye, he said that the VC delivered the charge in his keynote address to the University’s Congregation, during week. Professor Odusanya outlined the institution’s vision to become a highly competitive, much- sought-after,…

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NDLEA Officer, Oresajo Oyesanmi Now Deputy Commander Of Narcotics

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Kunle Adelabu Mr Oresajo Oyesanmi Michael, a senior officer with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has been promoted as the Deputy Commander, Narcotics, by the national agency. He was decorated with his new position on Thursday. The Ikorodu – born Oresajo, joined the NDLEA, Ogun State Command, in 2022 , and within his short stay in the command, he was promoted to the enviable commander cadre as Assistant Commander of Narcotics. His appointment was backdated to 2020. His new promotion, which is equivalent to Deputy Commissioner of Police,…

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LGEA Education Secretary Felicitates Ranodu Of Imota, Oba Agoro On Birthday

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Kunle Adelabu The Education Secretary, Local Government Education Authority (LGEA), Ikorodu, Alhaji Taiwo Abiodun Odumbo, has congratulated His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajibade Bakare Agoro FCA, Ranodu of Imota, on his 75th birthday anniversary. Oba Ajibade Bakare Agoro celebrates his birthday every September 12. In a statement commemorating the royal father’s birthday, Alhaji Odumbo thanked him for his fatherly roles and his impact and devotion to the development of Imota in particular and Ikorodu Division in general. “Kabiyesi, on the glorious occasion of Your Majesty’s 75th birthday, I salute…

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Royal Birthday: Hon. Aro Moshood Celebrates A Noble Monarch, Oba Agoro

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Mariam Akinloye Hon. (Dr.) Aro Moshood Abiodun, representative, Ikorodu Constituency II, Lagos State House of Assembly, has celebrated the Ranodu of Imota, His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajibade Bakare Agoro FCA, on his 75th birthday celebration. The Lagos lawmaker described the highly revered monarch as a true noble monarch endowed with wisdom, kindness and quality leadership. “Happy Birthday, Kabiyesi! “On this special day, I join countless well-wishers to celebrate a truly noble and good man — our father, the Ranodu of Imota. Your wisdom, kindness, and leadership continue to…

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LASG Unveils Maiden Eko Arts, Crafts Competition For Secondary Schools, Tertiary Institutions

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Our Reporter The Lagos State Government has officially launched the maiden edition of the Eko Arts and Crafts Competition for secondary schools and tertiary institutions across the State, as part of its efforts to promote creativity, cultural preservation, and youth empowerment. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, 11th September, 2025, at Alausa, the Senior Special Assistant to Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Damilola Ayinde-Marshal, Esq., said the competition is a strategic initiative under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda, specifically under the pillar of Entertainment and…

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Ranodu’s Reign Has Brought Milestone Achievements, Sustained Development To Imota

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Wale Jagun The Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele has described the reign of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajibade Agoro, Olufoworesete II, the Ranodu of Imota, as one which has recorded a lot of milestone achievements and sustained development to Imota. Hon. Benson Ayodele said this in a statement commemorating the monarch’s birthday today. Oba Ranodu ascended the throne of his forefathers 32 years ago. “Today, I extend my warmest wishes to our revered king, father, and exceptional leader, His Royal Majesty,…

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Lagos Mass Education Agency, TechnoServe Concludes “Train the Trainer” Workshop

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Our Reporter The Lagos State Agency for Mass Education, in partnership with TechnoServe Business Solutions to Poverty, on Thursday, concluded a three-day “Train the Trainer” workshop on entrepreneurial and employability skills under the SAY-WEE Project. The three-day workshop, held from 9th to 11th September 2025, was held at Rotary Vocational Training Centre (RVTC), Igbogbo. Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tertiary Education, Mr. Adeniran Kasali, conveyed the appreciation of the Honourable Commissioner, Hon. Sule Tolani, to TechnoServe for what he described as a laudable initiative extended…

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Odumbo Holds 2025/26 Pre-Resumption Meeting With Ikorodu’s Pry School Stakeholders Ahead of Resumption

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Wale Jagun The Education Secretary, Local Government Education Authority (LGEA), Ikorodu, Alhaji Taiwo Abiodun Odumbo, has convened a high-level pre-resumption meeting with key education stakeholders to ensure a proactive, smooth and impactful start for the commencement of the 2025/2026 academic session. The meeting held on Thursday, September 11, 2025, brought together the full management team of the LGEA, comprised of Heads of Sections alongside School Managers, Centre Coordinators, leaderships of the School-Based Management Committees (SBMC), and Parent Forum in Ikorodu Division. In a statement by the Education Secretary, Alhaji Odumbo,…

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Gov’s Adviser On Rural Development Inspects Ongoing Idiroko Road Project In Ikorodu LG

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Wale Jagun -Flags – off 200metre road at Ifelodun LCDA The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, has inspected the ongoing construction of 1.3-kilometre Monsuru Egbeyemi Street project in Idiroko, Ikorodu Local Government. Agbaje in a statement on his social media handle said that, “The inspection focused on the road’s drainage system, which is currently under construction as a preparatory phase ahead of full road development. According to project handlers, the drainage work is critical to ensuring the durability and sustainability of…

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