Lagos Commences 21st Edition Of Spelling Bee Competition

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Our Reporter The Honourable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, has announced the commencement of the 21st Edition of the Lagos State Spelling Bee Competition. Addressing journalists, the Commissioner stated that this year’s edition promises to be exceptional, aligning with the THEMES Plus Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. Alli-Balogun said the Ministry has made concerted efforts to ensure that the 2025 Spelling Bee stands out, demonstrating Lagos State’s commitment to excellence in education. According to him, “We are proud to promote literacy and language development…

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Ikorodu Federal Lawmaker Allays Residents’ Fear Over Lead Smelting, Acid -Waste Operation In Ogijo

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Kunle Adelabu Residents of Ikorodu have been assured that there is no cause to worry over the lead smelting and acid -waste industrial activities in Ogijo, a border town to Ikorodu though located under Ogun State. The Lagos State Government gave the assurance through the Ikorodu Federal representative, Rep. Babajimi Benson, who had called the Commissioner for Environment, Dr Tokunbo Wahab, expressed his concern after a viral video on the Internet showing lead smelting and acid -waste operation in Ogijo. Rep. Benson in a statement today, clarified that the Lagos…

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Ifeoluwa FC Emerge 36th Adeboruwa Cup Champions, Dominate individual awards

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Jare Olukotun The atmosphere was electric at UAMC Eleja Primary School, Igbogbo, as football lovers trooped out in their large numbers to witness the grand finale of the Adeboruwa Cup 2025, which ended with Ifeoluwa FC beating Baba Ode team 1 – 0 to emerge and be crowned as champions. The two teams that emerged as the last two contenders out of the 36 that started the tournament about three months ago, received massive support from their fans that added fun and thrills to the final game. Supporters filled the…

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Birthday: Rep. Benson Celebrates Distinguished Son Of Ikorodu, AGF Ogunjimi

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Jare Olukotun The representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has extended congratulations from himself, his wife and his operational group – iCare Foundation to the Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, on the occasion of his birthday. AGF Ogunjimi celebrates his birthday every November 27. In a statement signed by the representative, he described the celebrant as a proud son of Ikorodu, whose commitment to service has been serving as inspiration to others. “On behalf of myself, my dear wife, and the entire iCare Family, I…

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Aroyewun Shares Administration’s Drive Towards Youth, Community Development At Leadership Conference

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Wale Jagun The drive towards innovative local government administration in Africa as a whole received a boost at the Local Government Chairmen Leadership Conference on Wednesday, as the Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hameed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), seized the opportunity to share his thoughts on leadership and his administration’s agenda as it affects youth development and creates social harmony. At the conference, which is a platform committed to nurturing future-ready leaders through education, innovation, enterprise, and community-driven governance, Omo’ba Aroyewun engaged with a large cross section of…

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Legacy Project: Ijede Chair, Hon. Gbadebo-Alogba Commissions Legislative, Customary Building

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Kunle Adelabu & Kehinde Faleti (SIWES) -Receives APC leaders, Lagos CJ, others commendations The Chairman, Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo – Alogba, has commissioned a legacy project – a Legislative and Customary Court Complex, with the aim of improving the legislative process and dispensation of justice within the council. The beautiful and well -equipped edifice which has received commendations from eminent personalities and party leaders, is named after the first executive chairman in Ijede LCDA, the late Yeye (Chief) Mrs Fausat Gbadebo -Alogba, who administered the…

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Security: Rep. Benson Reaffirms House Commitment To Strengthening Armed Forces

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Kunle Adelabu The Chairman, House Committee on Defence, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, has reinforced his committee’s readiness to continue to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture, supporting its Armed Forces and ensuring that every citizen is safe. He emphasised the need to restructure the Nigeria Police and make it the first line of defence and adequate investment in Nigerian armed forces as ways to tackle the security situations across the country effectively. Hon. Benson who is representing the Ikorodu Federal Constituency for the third term, spoke at a Special Session on National…

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Ikorodu Division Students’ Fair 2025 Holds Thursday

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Kunle Adelabu Come Thursday, the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), will host hundreds of students at the National Association of Ikorodu Division Students (NAIDS-National) 2025 Fair and Summit. According to NAIDS President, Comrade Olatayo Bodunrin Ogunbowale, the event will be a transformative gathering designed to empower, inspire, and connect students across the division. The event that is themed, “Harnessing Knowledge for a Sustainable Future: Exploring Education, Technology, and Culture”, and holding at 500 Seater Hall, LASUSTECH, at 10:00am, is expected to bring together young leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs,…

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2025 Adeboruwa Cup Final: Ifeoluwa FC In Faceoff With Baba Ode Team Wednesday

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Kunle Adelabu Ifeoluwa FC, a team from Adabonyan/Geregere Area of Igbogbo, will on Wednesday confront Baba Ode Team from Offin in the final of the 2025 Adeboruwa Cup. The match that promised to be an epic final, will be played at the UAMC Eleja Primary School, Igbogbo, with Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, Omoba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA and Alhaji Sheriff Jinadu and other dignitaries expected to grace the occasion. Ifeoluwa FC which qualified for the final with 4 -3 win…

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Adeboruwa Excellence Award Humbles Me – Dr Agbaje, Gov’s Aide

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Jare Olukotun The Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Rural Development, Dr Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, has expressed his appreciation to the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Kasali, on the Excellence Award that was bestowed on him. The Lagos Governor’s aide added that the recognition humbles him. Dr. Agbaje along with Hon. (Dr.) Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA) member, Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ikorodu Constituency II, Omoba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA among others were honoured with the Adeboruwa Award…

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