10th Coronation Anniversary: Oba Shotobi Hosts Clubs, Societies, Groups In Ikorodu

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Simire Oluwatobiloba & Oladipupo Ayoola (Trainees) As part of the ongoing celebration of his 10th coronation anniversary, the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, (Oba) Dr. Kabir Adewale Shotobi, the Adegorushen V, hosted clubs, societies, associations in Ikorodu at his palace. The colourful event was attended by HRM Oba Moroof Oyekunle Tijani, Oluwa of Apapa, Odofin Adewunmi Ogunsanya, SAN, Asiwaju Kaoli Olusanya, the Asipa of Ikorodu, Otunba Ayodele Elesho, the Agbaakin of Ikorodu, Otunba Ganiyu Abiru, Executive Secretary, Ikorodu Division Peace Initiative (IDPIL), Asiwaju Rotimi Erogbogbo, former Chairman, IKODASS, Alhaji…

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Oba Shotobi Launches Foundation, Presents 50 Students Scholarship Awards In Commemoration Of 10th Coronation Anniversary

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Wale Jagun with Simire Oluwatobilob, Taiwo Oluwatoyin & Boluwatife Orebajo (Trainees) -Celebration reflects exceptional leadership – Deputy Governor Education took the centre stage on Tuesday during the continuation of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Engr. Dr.) Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu’s 10th Coronation Anniversary with a grand commemorative public lecture, formal launch of a visionary foundation, and the award of scholarships to 50 deserving students. The event, held at the Ayangburen Palace, brought together traditional rulers, government officials, scholars, eminent Ikorodu sons and daughters, social clubs, and community stakeholders.…

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Flood: Aroyewun Receives State Delegation, Pledges Continuous Engagement With Residents

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Wale Jagun The Lagos State delegation led by the representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA) that assessed the impacts of flood which ravaged parts of Ikorodu Division on Monday were received in Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) by the Executive Chairman of the council, Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA). The heavy downpour which lasted several hours from Sunday night till Monday morning occasioned flash flood ravaging several communities in Ikorodu with Igbe communities, Oreyo, Ogunlewe, Selewu, Macaulay, Lajo and other parts of Igbogbo/Baiyeku seriously affected.…

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Oba Shotobi Donates To Support Inmates, Orphans At Rehabilitation Centre, Orphanage Home

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Mariam Akinloye In continuation of his care for the less privileged and orphans, the Ayangbure of Ikorodu, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kabir Adewale Shotobi, dedicated a day to visit the Lagos State Rehabilitation Centre at Owutu, Ikorodu and Divine Heritage Orphanage Home at Gintin, where he celebrated his 10th year anniversary with inmates and orphans. At the centres, the royal father and members of his entourage showed love, interacted and prayed for the inmates and children and in commemoration of his anniversary, Oba Shotobi donated bags of rice, garri,…

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Ijede LCDA Enhances Women Financial Literacy, Enterpreneurship initiative

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Mariam Akinloye In a continued effort to promote human capital development, the leadership of Ijede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in partnership with the Lagos State Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), hosted a one-day capacity building programme focused on Women’s Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship. The event held at the weekend at the council secretariat brought together women from across the LCDA for a day of interactive sessions, and exhibitions, from notable institutions such as Cowrywise, Opay, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASSRA), and Ilera…

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Ikorodu LG Chair, Prince Ladega Attracts Two FG Projects Within A Week Of Resumption

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Kunle Adelabu -As Hon. Shotomiwa Leads 7th Ikorodu LG Legislative Council The Executive Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government, Prince Adedayo Ladega has stated that his new administration has attracted projects from two federal agencies within a week of resumption into the office. Prince Ladega made the revelation at the proclamation/inauguration of the 7th Ikorodu LG Legislative Council, when the former Majority Leader of the 6th Council, Hon. Wasiu Babatunde Shotomiwa (Papy), Councillor representing Ward D, emerged the Council Leader. Other Principal Officers that emerged were Hon. Mutiat Fatuga, Deputy Leader, Hon.…

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An Open Letter of Disappointment to Hon. Wasiu Ayodeji Adeshina, Former Executive Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government

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By Oluwole Solanke (PhD, FCIB) Dear Hon. Wasiu Ayodeji Adeshina, As a concerned resident of Ikorodu and a witness to your tenure as Executive Chairman/Administrator of Ikorodu Local Government over the past decade, I write this letter with a heavy heart, compelled by a sense of duty to reflect on your administration’s performance and its impact on our community. Your time in office, which began with promise and high expectations, has unfortunately left a legacy of disappointment, missed opportunities, and unfulfilled promises that will serve as a sobering lesson for…

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Residents Condemn Former Ikorodu Chairman, Adeshina Over Collapsed Itunmoja Road Days After Commissioning

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Kunle Adelabu -Chairman, other officials assess road -Councilors summon contractor There have been knocks for the immediate past Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government, Hon. Wasiu Adeshina, over the collapsed Itunmoja Road which was constructed by his administration and commissioned among other projects on the last day of his exit from the office after 10 years. Adeshina served first as the Sole Administrator, Ikorodu LG for about two years and got elected twice for a term of four years each. The shoddy work done by the administration was exposed when the heavy…

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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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COLUMN: LIFE REFLECTION PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY

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The Quiet Strength: Life and the Transformative Power of Humility By Oluwole Solanke (PhD FCIB) In a world that celebrates noise, applause, and accolades, humility often whispers in the background — but its impact echoes far beyond the noise. True greatness is rarely accompanied by arrogance; it’s often clothed in the quiet dignity of humility. “Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it’s thinking of yourself less.” – C.S. Lewis Humility doesn’t mean you are weak or unsure of yourself. Rather, it is the conscious decision to put ego aside…

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