Hebron Height School Emerges 2023 Igbogbopedia Champion

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Mariam Akinloye Master Oyebami Oluwaseun, a Senior Secondary School (SSS) 3 student of the Hebron Height Senior Secondary School, Igbogbo, has emerged the 2023 champion of the Igbogbopedia, winning a all paid expenses to South Africa, on an educational tour. Oluwaseun is the third winner that will enjoy the educational trip which is being sponsored by the Chairman, Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Builder Sesan Daini. The annual competition, which includes Mathematics, English Language and Igbogbopedia which is about the knowledge of Igbogbo, is part of the educational programmes…

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Amended Power Bill Will Contribute To Overall Well-being, Progress Of GENCOs Host Communities – Hon. Gbadebo – Alogba

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Kunle Adelabu The Chairman of Ijede Local Council Development Area LCDA) of Ikorodu Division, Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria, Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo – Alogba, has described the concurrence of the Senate to the amendment of Electric Power Sector Reform Act sponsored by Rep. Babajimi Benson, as a way of contributing to the overall development of GENCOs host communities. The Senate, had, during the week, concurred with the House of Representatives on the amendment proposed by the third term lawmaker in 2021, which now awaits the endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,…

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Vice President Shettima, Gov Zulum, Oba Kasali, Others, Get UI Muslim Graduates Honours

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Wale Jagun The Vice President of Nigeria, Dr. Kashim Shettima, GCON; Engr. Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, mni, Governor of Borno State and Deputy Governors of Lagos and Oyo States, will be conferred with honourary awards by the University of Ibadan Muslim Graduates’ Association (UIMGA) The awards is part of the homecoming programme plans to celebrate its distinguished members, which coincides with the 75th anniversary of the university. The Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, is among the royal fathers listed for the honour. In a…

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Expert Urges Nigerian Youths to Lead Nation’s Development

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Wale Jagun An experienced education development expert, Dr Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle has urged the Nigerian youths to play a pivotal role and lead the charge for nation-building. Ibikunle stated this in an address titled “the Role of Nigerian Youth in Nation Building”, delivered at the Ikorodu West Youth and Award Night, last Friday, where he underscored the critical juncture in Nigeria’s history which necessitates collective efforts to address dimensional challenges. He emphasized the need for active youth involvement in nation building and harped on the ideas and innovations crucial for…

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Photos: 2023 Ikorodu – Oga Carnival: Hair, Fashion Take Centre Stage On Wednesday

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Jare Babatunde Tailors and hair stylists in Ikorodu took the centre stage on Wednesday, when they dazzled the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabir Shotobi, eminent guests, tourists and residents. They went down the runway to showcase their creativity and talents to a large audience including judges at the Ikorodu Town Hall, Owolowo/Olubi Street, Ikorodu. The hair and fashion show has been part of the annual Ikorodu – Oga Carnival, where members of the tailoring and hairdressing associations compete, exhibit their talents and entertain guests.

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Egbin, Ijede, Other Power Generating Communities To Get GENCOs’ 5% Annual Expenditure

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Kunle Adelabu The National Assembly has concurred to the bill to amend the Electric Power Sector Reform Act, which was sponsored by the representative of the Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson. The bill, according to report, is to address the concerns of host communities of the Power Generating Companies in Nigeria (GENCOs), in the country. The private member bill sponsored in 2021, seeks to amend Section 77 of the Principal Act with a view to provide for “Development of host communities and address the adverse effects on the environment,…

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32nd Ikorodu – Oga Day: Musediq Alogba College, Isiu Grammar School Win Food, Debate Competitions

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Kunle Adelabu BINT Musediq Alogba College, Alogba Estate, Ipakodo, and Isiu Senior Grammar School, Isiu, on Tuesday, emerged winners of the 32nd edition of the Ikorodu – Oga Carnival Food and Debate Competitions. About 15 schools participated in the food competition while 10 schools took part in the debate organized by the Ikorodu – Oga Development Association (IKODASS), as part of the educational activities of the annual celebration. The exciting twin-event was held at the Ikorodu Town Hall, Ikorodu. The winner of the food competition witnessed by the Ayangbure of…

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Lagos Assembly Invites Top Govt Officials Over Motorists Recklessness

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– Considers law to regulate multiple taxation by transport unions The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday frowned at the alleged recklessness of some motorists operating in the state just as the lawmakers raised concerns over the activities of some officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). At a plenary presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, the House invited the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, to appear and give explanations concerning…

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Queen Katherine Oluwanifemi Emerges Miss Ikorodu – Oga 2023

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Wale Jagun Queen Katherine Nana Samuel Oluwanifemi has emerged as the Miss Ikorodu –Oga for the 2023/2024 session. At the colourful and well – attended show held at the Arch. Olutusen Onafowokan Hall of the Ikorodu Town Hall, Olubi/Owolowo, Ikorodu, on Monday, November 13, 2023, Queen Kathrine, who represented Egbe Tobalase Obinrin, emerged the winner after a stiff competition with seven other contestants, and won the prize money of N100, 000. She is 23 years. Miss Abioye Adedayo Elizabeth, 21 years, the constestant that represented Egbe Gbogeniyi and Miss Olanrewaju…

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Speaker’s Game: LTV Cameraman, Shakiru Adeleye Wins Again

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Jare Babatunde Alhaji Shajkiru Adeleye, a staff of the Lagos State Television covering the Lagos State House of Assembly, has successfully defended his championship of the annual Table Tennis Championship of the Speaker’s Game organized in commemoration of the birthday anniversary of the Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Obasa. He emerged winner at the Historic Edition of the game last Friday. Speaker Obasa clocked 51 years on Saturday November 11, 2023. Adeleye, who is the Vice Chairman of the Lagos State House of Assembly Correspondents Association (LAHACA),…

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