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LIFE and the Creation of Reality By Oluwole Solanke (PhD, FCIB) Life is not merely something that happens to us; it is something we actively create every single day. Every thought we entertain, every decision we make, and every belief we hold contributes to the unfolding reality around us. Whether we realize it or not, we are co-creators with God—shaping our experiences through our mindset, our actions, and the energy we project into the world. Your Mind: The Architect of Your Reality The world we see is a reflection of…

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37th Igbogbo Day: Ikorodu Constituency II Rep, Hon. Aro Moshood Receives Two Excellence Awards For Quality Representation, Transformation

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Jare Olukotun The representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. (Dr ) Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), has received two Awards of Excellence in the ongoing 37th Igbogbo Day Celebration. The two awards which came within two days were in recognition of his quality representation as representative of Ikorodu Constituency II. Hon. Aro who on Sunday received the second award at the special luncheon with Adeboruwa in Igbogbo on Sunday had on Friday received the first honour from the Conference of Igbogbo Indigenes in Public Service (COIIPS),…

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Aroyewun Receives Surprised Royal Honour From Adeboruwa Of Igbogbo

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Mariam Akinloye The Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, on Sunday, honoured the Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omoba Hammed Aroyewun, with an award of excellence. The Adeboruwa Award of Excellence, which came as a surprise for the council administrator, was presented to him at the special luncheon with the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, held at Mikson Onas Hall, Igbogbo, as part of the activities commemorating the ongoing 37th Igbogbo Day. The honour, according to the Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman,…

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Civil Service Background Assisted Me In Dealing With Challenges In Office As Council Chair -Aroyewun

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Wale Jagun Omoba Hammed Aroyewun, Chairman, Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, has said that his civil service background prepared him for the council administration. He emphasised that the experience and training acquired during his service with the Lagos State Government, enabled him to deal with challenges that confronted him when he resumed office as the Executive Chairman of the council. Aroyewun spoke at the 2025 Public Service Day of the annual Igbogbo Day Celebration, held at De Shokis Hotel, Igbogbo. “I will say with all sense of responsibility that the civil service prepared…

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Luwasa Old Students Commemorate School’s 45th Anniversary With Landmark Projects, Plan Future Development

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Kunle Adelabu & Taiwo Olaleye (Trainee) -Outstanding teachers honoured True to the theme of the celebration, the Luwasa Old Students’ Association (LOSA), commemorated the 45th anniversary of Luwasa High School, Ijede, with landmark projects – a block of eight fully rehabilitated classrooms, and foundation laying for another block of 18 classrooms to improve the infrastructure in the school. The commissioned block of classrooms was rehabilitated by Hon. (Dr.) Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), representative of Ikorodu Constituency II who is the Chairman, 45th Anniversary Committee. He also facilitated the new block…

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Igbogbo Charts Development Plans For Sons, Daughters In Civil Service

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Jare Olukotun & Mariam Akinloye -Honour outstanding public officers, students Key stakeholders in Igbogbo have charged sons and daughters of the Kingdom in the civil service to continue develop themselves if they are to have career progression in the service, and also urged them to rededicate themselves to public service and their Igbogbo. It was also agreed that the Conference of Igbogbo Indigenes in Public Service (CONFIIPS) platform should be expanded for proper impact on its members. These were some of the positions of stakeholders at the 2025 Public Service…

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Nigeria, US Promoting Strategic Interests, Stronger Together -Rep. Benson

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Kunle Adelabu The Chairman, House of Representatives’ Committee on Defence, Rep. Babajimi Benson has stated that recent diplomatic meetings between Nigeria and officials of the United States of America (USA) are strategic indications the two countries are stronger together in promoting each other’s strategic interests. Rep. Benson, who is a three -term lawmaker representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency, also said that the country is open to objective and constructive criticisms, partnership and cooperation to move its democracy forward. The lawmaker led a high -powered delegation on November the 19th that met…

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Olori Ruth Adelabu At 75: Eminent Personalities, Individuals, Achievers’ Crew Honour Mother – in -Israel, Retired Teacher

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Wale Jagun Eminent personalities, and notable individuals of goodwill in Ikorodu, on Saturday, extended their love and congratulations to a Mother – in – Israel and retired school administrator, Olori Ruth Adebola Adelabu, on her 75th birthday anniversary. Olori Adelabu, who was a teacher for many years and retired as the Assistant Head Teacher, Oga Primary School, celebrates her birthday every November 22. She is the matriarch of Olukotun Emmanuel Olawale Adelabu family, a Mother – in – Israel, The African Church Bethel Cathedral, Ikorodu and mother of the Publisher/Reporter…

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Achievers’ Crew Partners Igbogbo Day Committee To Chart Career Path For Youth

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Jare Olukotun As part of its contributions to development in Igbogbo, the Achievers’ Crew, a developmental, social and community – oriented group, is set to assist youths in their career path to a better future. This, the group intends to achieve through a sponsored programme – Career Guidance and Counseling Session, which is part of the educational programmes of the 2025 Igbogbo Day Celebration. The educational programme that is slated for De Shokis Hotel, Igbogbo on Friday, November 30, 2025, is being organised in partnership with the Igbogbo Day Central…

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African Church Celebrates Women’s League Patroness, Olori Ruth Adelabu At 75

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Wale Jagun The cathedral council and the entire congregation of The African Church Bethel Cathedral, Ikorodu, have extended congratulations to Olori Ruth Adebola Adelabu, on her 75th birthday celebration. Olori Adelabu who celebrates her birthday every November 22, had served in many capacities among which are former member, Side Men and Lady Helpers, former Financial Secretary, Women’s League, Ikorodu and former Assistant Secretary, Harvest Committee. She is also Patroness to many societies and associations. She retired as an Assistant Head Teacher, Oga Primary School, Ikorodu a few years ago. In…

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