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A DECADE OF COMPASSION: AROYEWUN CELEBRATES JIMI BENSON'S iCARE FOODBANK AT 10

The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun , has congratulated Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, MHR, on the 10th anniversary of the iCARE Foodbank , popularly known as Apo-Àánú , describing the initiative as a decade-long commitment to compassion, social responsibility and support for vulnerable members of society. Established in October 2016, the iCARE Foodbank has consistently provided food assistance to vulnerable constituents, reaching over 60,000 beneficiaries across Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the last decade. Its monthly distribution programme, which supports more than 500 needy persons, has become a sustained humanitarian intervention for families facing economic hardship. The 10th-anniversary celebration, marked by the distribution of food items and cash support to another 500 beneficiaries, represents a significant milestone in the initiative’s history and reinforces its mission of extending p...
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JIMI BENSON’S iCARE FOODBANK HITS 60,000 BENEFICIARIES IN 10 YEARS, AS LAWMAKER FEEDS ANOTHER 500 VULNERABLE WITH CASH SUPPORT. • Plans Mega Empowerment for Over 1,000 Ikorodu Federal Constituents.

The Member representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, MHR , has marked a decade of sustained humanitarian intervention through the iCARE Foodbank , feeding another 500 vulnerable residents and bringing the cumulative number of beneficiaries to over 60,000 in the last 10 years . The milestone underscores Benson’s commitment to social welfare and grassroots development since launching the foodbank in October 2016 , with a monthly intervention that has consistently provided food support to more than 500 vulnerable constituents. The latest edition also featured cash support to beneficiaries. Beyond the food distribution, the lawmaker is set to extend his empowerment drive, with plans in place to empower more than 1,000 constituents at a Mega Empowerment Programme scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Ikorodu Musical Village. The twin interventions reflect Benson’s blend of humanitaria...
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ADEBORUWA PAYS GLOWING TRIBUTES TO THREE DISTINGUISHED IGBOGBO LEADERS, EXTOLS THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali , the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom , has celebrated three prominent indigenes of the kingdom — Chief Rueben Olorunfunmi Basorun, Prince Adesegun Olusola Ogunlewe and Hon. Adebimpe Akinsola — on their respective birthdays, commending their distinguished public service, leadership and contributions to community development. In separate birthday tributes, the monarch described the trio as accomplished personalities whose records of service and commitment to the progress of Igbogbo Kingdom and Lagos State remain worthy of recognition. Chief Basorun , the Asiwaju of Igbogbo Kingdom, celebrated his 88th birthday on October 15, while Prince Ogunlewe , the Aremo of Igbogbo Kingdom and former Head of Service of Lagos State, marks his birthday on October 16. Hon. Akinsola, the Oluomo of Igbogbo Kingdom, celebrated her birthday on October 6. In his tribute to Chief Basorun, the monarch described the elder statesm...
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APC INAUGURATES PBAT-KOH CAMPAIGN COUNCIL IN IGBOGBO/BAYEKU LCDA. • Aroyewun, Orenuga, Oshin urge unity, grassroots mobilisation.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has inaugurated its PBAT-KOH Campaign Council, charging members to strengthen party unity, intensify grassroots mobilisation and rally support for its candidates ahead of the forthcoming elections. The inauguration, held at the LCDA Secretariat, was hosted by the Executive Chairman, Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, and attended by party leaders, political stakeholders and council members. The programme was anchored by Shakiru Moritan Seidu (SMS) of the Communication and Information Directorate. In his address, APC LGA Chairman, Hon. Taiwo Orenuga , congratulated the appointees and urged them to demonstrate discipline, commitment and teamwork. He stressed the importance of communicating the party’s programmes and achievements while maintaining regular engagement with residents. Orenuga called for support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for re-election; ...
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REP. JIMI BENSON BOOSTS IKORODU INFRASTRUCTURE, COMMISSIONS OLU-ODO/IGBO-AGBOWA ROAD, SIX SOLEBO ESTATE ROADS, AS STAKEHOLDERS TARGET 250,000 APC VOTES. • Aroyewun, Others Commend Lawmaker’s Constituency Projects, Call for Stronger Grassroots Mobilisation.

Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson , the lawmaker representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, commissioned the Olu-Odo/Igbo-Agbowa Road and six newly constructed roads in Solebo Estate , reaffirming his commitment to infrastructure renewal, grassroots development and improved living conditions across Ikorodu. The commissioning ceremonies attracted Igbogbo monarch, Baales, political leaders, community development leaders, youths, party faithful and residents, who gathered to witness the inauguration of the projects and commend the federal lawmaker for interventions aimed at improving transportation, stimulating economic activities and enhancing the quality of life in the benefiting communities. The event also provided an opportunity for political and community stakeholders to assess ongoing developmental efforts, identify outstanding infrastructure needs and renew their commitment to effective gr...
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