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Mariam Akinloye The Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), has congratulated the Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr ) Mudashiru Obasa, on his birthday. Hon. Obasa celebrates his birthday today. In a statement by the council boss, he said Mudashiru Obasa has used his wealth of experiences and position as the speaker of the LSHA to elevate the standard of legislation, good governance and democracy. ” On behalf of the good people of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, I extend my warm and…

Wale Jagun The Ikorodu -Oga Development Association (IKODASS) has conferred an Award of Excellence on Dr Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, the Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Rural Development at the ongoing celebration of the 34th Ikorodu -Oga Carnival. The award was presented to him by His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kabir Adewale Shotobi, the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, in recognition of his dedication, commitment, passion and outstanding contributions to community development. He was honoured during the Community & Transporters Day which held at the Ayangbure Palace on Monday…

Wale Jagun The Lagos State Government through the Office of Rural Development has charged Lagosians especially those in rural communities to get involved in mini – farming to produce for their immediate needs and also derive economic power thereof. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekini Agbaje, gave the charge during the distribution of farm implements at the Centre for Rural Development (CERUD). He emphasised the distribution of the equipment is part of the government’s means of promoting farming among residents and improving food productions…

Kunle Adelabu Dr. Oluwole Solanke, PhD, FCIB, Chairman, Caretaker Committee, Oriwu College Old Students’ Association of Nigeria (1977 Set), has extended his congratulations to Sir (Dr.) ‘Soji Onafowokan, KCW, on his emergence as the Olisa-elect of Mushin Kingdom, Remoland, a community situated within the boundaries of Ogun State and Lagos State. Sir Onafowokan, a grand concert choir master and Knight of Charles Wesley (KCW),Methodist Church of Nigeria, was accepted by the royal father of Mushin Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Taiwo Adebunmi Bamgbose, Wolagunshen I, Oni Mushin of Mushin, during…

Kunle Adelabu, Mariam Akinloye with Kehinde Faleti, Austin Onah & Mariam Oyekan (SIWES) -Foreign visitors laud Ikorodu’s cultural heritage The much – anticipated 34th edition of Ikorodu – Oga Celebration lived up to the expectations as residents trooped out in their large numbers to herald its commencement on Saturday. Hundreds of residents and traditional groups gathered as the annual celebration commenced with Interdenominational prayers, Woro procession and Fanti carnival, which is a new introduction. On the opening day, there was also another new addition – All White Party. The week-long…

Kunle Adelabu A leading social and developmental body in Igbogbo Kingdom of Ikorodu Division, Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria, the Achievers’ Crew, has congratulated its chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT), Mr Olugbenga Oduniyi, on his golden jubilee anniversary. In a statement celebrating its leader who turned 50 today, the crew described him as dedicated, selfless, and a kind leader: “Happy 50th birthday to an extraordinary, exceptional and exemplary Leader, Mr. Olugbenga Oduniyi. Your selfless dedication, kindness and leadership skills have really inspired and impacted many. “Your leadership role as BOT Chairman…

Kunle Adelabu The Ayangbure of Ikorodu and Permanent First Vice Chairman, Lagos State Council of Obas & Chiefs, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kabiru Shotobi, has debunked claims that there is insecurity all over the country, clarifying that his own kingdom is secured and welcoming to everybody. Oba Shotobi, emphasised that Ikorodu is home to people of various religious and traditional beliefs. The monarch said this while welcoming some teams from Europe that were part of the 34th edition of the Ikorodu – Oga Day Celebration, which commenced on Saturday.…