Category: Special Features

SGS Alumni Association Redefines Engagement with Vibrant Communities of Practice

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By IDOWU H.A. & AMODU T.O. — Lagos In a shining example of alumni innovation and purposeful community-building, the Sham-El-Deen Grammar School Alumni Association (SGS Alumni) has launched a remarkable blueprint for institutional legacy and member empowerment. Under the visionary leadership of Engr. Dr. Idowu Hamed Ademayowa, the association has embraced a dynamic framework featuring structured governance and Communities of Practice (CoPs), a concept now driving professional growth, cultural exchange, and deeper connections across generations. A Groundbreaking Structure for Lasting Impact The organizational framework of SGS Alumni is progressive and…

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Ikorodu Leads in Affirmative Action For Female Leadership as Four Female Legislators Emerge Leaders in Ikorodu Local Councils

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By Sam Bolaji & Nurudeen Oshinlaja In a significant stride toward gender parity and inclusive governance at the grassroots level, four out of six local council development areas (LCDAs) in the Ikorodu Division of Lagos State recorded the emergence of women as Leaders of their Legislative Assemblies during the inauguration of their 6th legislative sessions. This bold statement in favour of female leadership is not only commendable, but it marks a defining moment in the journey toward inclusive democracy in Lagos State’s local governance. The imprimatur of the APC Apex…

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SPECIAL FOCUS: Stewardship Account: Four Years After, Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo – Alogba Gives Her Scorecard As Executive Chairman, Ijede LCDA

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The outgoing Chairman, Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo – Alogba, has given the account of her stewardship in the last four years during which she administered the council in an executive capacity. Hon. Gbadebo – Alogba, assumed office on Tuesday, July 27th, 2021 and will be rounding off her tenure on Friday, July 25th, 2025. She encapsuled her conviction in the last four years in the words of the late American author, Warren Bennis: “Leadership is the capacity to translate a vision into reality”. But, as…

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Sales And Investment Opportunities Offer At Ikorodu GRA II Extension

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Kosoko Court Limited offers investment opportunities and properties for sale at Ikorodu GRA II Extension, a waterfront location facing the Lagos lagoon. The location at Ebute in Ikorodu, offers premium lagoon – view sites in one of the Lagos fast-growing investment zones. Aside from the serenity of the location, properties also have government approval with secured titles, good road network, solar – powered streetlights and smart security system. Don’t waste time any longer, be part of those that are experiencing luxury and securing their future with investment opportunities. Land sizes…

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SPECIAL REPORT: Igbogbo/Bayeku 2025: Hammed Aroyewun Unveils, ‘GLORY Plan Of Action’ For Roads & Other Physical Infrastructures 4 And Youth & Sports Development 5

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When governments pursue socioeconomic prosperity, the place of good roads and quality public infrastructures in the dynamics is often not elaborated. Good roads and quality public infrastructures contribute to our drive for prosperity, safety, wellness and connectivity. In particular, good roads boost trade and commerce, ease access to schools, workplaces, healthcare service outlets, etc., eliminate traffic and environmental hazards, aid tourism, and act as source of job opportunities. We thank our executives and legislators at all levels for the renewed attention on these crucial public goods in IBLCDA. Similarly, youth…

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SPECIAL REPORT: Igbogbo/Bayeku 2025: Hammed Aroyewun Unveils, ‘GLORY Plan Of Action’ For Social Welfare and Wellness 3

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One key public governance focus that must be given special attention is social welfare and wellness. We salute all our superb leaders who have given this aspect special attention as they continue to prioritise welfare and healthcare. Ọ̀nà Ògo’25 is inspired and humbled to hereby unveils her third major action plan, named O: Optimal wellness. It is a suit of actions to optimise welfare offerings, provide top quality security and safety measures, improve and optimise healthcare services, propagate our tradition and model a fruitful IBLCDA Tourism. The slides presented give…

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SPECIAL REPORT: Igbogbo/Bayeku 2025: Hammed Aroyewun Unveils, ‘GLORY Plan Of Action’ For Council Transformation 2

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EDUCATION Education is one of the key social development offerings expected from our governments. It is important to ensure that maximum benefits are derived from our human resource and to engender productivity. Local governments cannot afford to be ineffective with primary education and other continuing education and training. To this end, Ọ̀nà Ògo’25 hereby unveils her second major action plan, named L: Levelling up learning. This action plan is aimed at ensuring that public education is of top-level quality and marketable learning is provided for all classes of people regularly.…

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SPECIAL REPORT: Igbogbo/Bayeku 2025: Hammed Aroyewun Begins Unveiling Agenda, ‘GLORY Plan Of Action’ For Council Transformation I

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GREEN INTERVENTIONS Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), leading aspirant in the race to emerge as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the coming Local Government elections in Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) today, begins unveiling his transformative agenda for the council. Aroyewun, obtained the party’s nomination form on Wednesday to further underline the seriousness of his aspiration. A statement issued by the media unit of his campaign team said that, ‘Green Interventions’ which cover his agenda for agricultural development and clean environment is first of the clear…

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SPECIAL FEATURE: Celebration of LASUIS 8th Years of Nurturing Truth, Service and Excellence

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By Odumbo, Taiwo Abiodun Today, September 19, 2024, marks a significant milestone in the history of Lagos State University International School. As we celebrate this epoch making anniversary, we reflect on a transformative journey defined by dedication, achievement, and unwavering commitment to academic excellence. With a humble beginning of less than twenty staff a handful of students, our school has blossomed into a thriving community of over 60 staff and more than 800 students. We have strived to create an inclusive environment that nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, and academic growth…

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Celebrating An Icon, Role Model and Mentor: His Royal Majesty, Alaiyeluwa Oba (Dr.) Salaudeen Afolabi Adekoya Oyefusi, the Oguntade II, Former Ayangbure of Ikorodu

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At 83, His Royal Majesty, Alayieluwa Oba (Dr) Salaudeen Afolabi Adekoya Oyefusi Oguntade II, a monarch whom history would recognise as the 18th traditional ruler of Ikorodu, joined his ancestors on Saturday, 2nd of August 2014, drawing the curtain on an eventful and colourful 44 years reign on the Royal throne of Ikorodu. Born on the 8th of July 1931, Oyefusi took his final bow from the stage of life, having played his part in an epic drama of life that spanned four decades and three years – a ripe…

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