Mariam Akinloye As part of her contributions to the annual Ipakodo Day Celebration, the Council Leader, Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Councillor Jessica Enitan Oba, on Wednesday staged the 4th edition of her street engagement initiative – Ipakodo Street Cinema in commemoration of Ipakodo Day and 65th Independence Day. The documentary film screening was held on October 1 The cinema was screened at the Noah Street Junction in Ipakodo, Ikorodu West LCDA It attracted residents of the area who trooped out to enjoy their Independence Day evening with…

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Kunle Adelabu Ikorodu – born music act and song writer, Qudus Fakoya, popularly called ‘Qdot’ has narrated his encounter with armed robbers which he described as the most terrifying experience of his life. It was gathered that the musician was robbed at 2:30am on Sunday. Qdot wrote about the unfortunate experience at his home on his Facebook page. At the time of the attack, the musician who blends Afrobeat with Yoruba philosophy, said that the robbers took most of his valuable items, but was grateful that he is alive to…

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Wale Jagun Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Rural Development has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the 65th Independence Day Celebration. Nigeria gained her independence from her erstwhile colonial master October 1, 1960, and today marks its anniversary. In a statement commemorating the anniversary, Dr Agbaje said that the government of Lagos State under the administration of Mr Babajide Sano – Olu is committed to improving the lives of Lagos residents. “The Office of Rural Development extends heartfelt congratulations to Nigerians and Lagosians,…

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 Wale Jagun The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State on Social Development, Comrade Lekan Biliamin Oba, has called for more conscious and deliberate efforts in investing in the youth if Nigeria is to grow and attain greatness. Oba, who was the immediate past State Chairman, National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), gave the charge in a statement celebrating the 65th Independence Day anniversary of Nigeria. Nigeria celebrates its Independence Day every October 1st. “We rise together when we are Intentional with an innovative and growth mindset towards…

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Wale Jagun A Lagos lawmaker, representing Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon. (Dr ) Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA) has charged Nigerians on the need to re-commit themselves to making the country a nation of justice, equity and opportunities. Hon. Aro gave the charge in his Independence Day statement commemorating Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day anniversary. “Dear Esteemed Constituents, “Today, as our great nation marks another Independence Day, my heart is filled with gratitude and hope. Sixty-five years ago, our forebears made a bold step into freedom, carrying dreams of unity, peace, and prosperity.…

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Kunle Adelabu The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has said that the 65th independence day anniversary of Nigeria, is a worthy celebration judging by how unity and peaceful co – existence have been sustained in the country. He expressed his admiration for the sacrifices of the founding fathers of the country, which he said have established an enduring country. Aroyewun said this in a statement commemorating the 65th Independence Day anniversary celebration of Nigeria, today. “On this significant occasion of Nigeria’s 65th…

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Kunle Adelabu 65 years after independence, the representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson, has celebrated the strength in the country’s unity, cultural diversity and resilience of the citizenry. While saluting heroes of the Nigerian independence efforts, Rep. Benson, who is also the Chairman, House of Representatives’ Committee on Defence, said President Bola Tinubu through his Renewed Hope Agenda is deliberately transforming the country. The three – term lawmaker noted all these in a statement commemorating the 65th Independence Day anniversary of Nigeria on Wednesday. “Today, we celebrate our…

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The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has commended Nigerians for their resilience and steadfastness as the nation marks its 65th Independence Anniversary. In his Independence Day message, Senator Abiru emphasized that Nigeria’s rich diversity must continue to serve as a source of unity and strength, rather than division. He urged citizens to reject divisive rhetoric, intolerance, and actions capable of undermining national cohesion, stressing that the country’s future rests on the collective resolve of its people to work together in peace and progress. Senator…

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Wale Jagun The Executive Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government, Prince Adedayo Ladega, has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the Independence Day anniversary, and called on residents of the council to renew their commitment towards its progress. Ladega said that his administration is taking practical steps, but through its S.E.E.D Agenda, to transform Ikorodu. He gave the charge on Wednesday, in a statement commemorating the 65th Independence Day anniversary of Nigeria. His statement is reproduced below: “My dear people of Ikorodu, as we celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day, we are reminded…

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