MegaExpression Magazine

The Lagos State Government has clarified the ongoing insinuations and diverse interpretations given to the recently unveiled new Awolowo statue claiming that “It is a piece of artwork expressing the Artist’s impression of the late Sage and not a photograph’’, adding that it can be subjected to several interpretation. This clarification was made by Mrs. Adebimpe Akinsola, Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, who while reacting stated that many sculptures have been made to illustrate the other essence of the late sage, particularly the ones that portray him as a ‘dogged fighter’ standing with his popular victory sign, but the new bust, depicting him in an entirely new mode, simply alludes to his multi dimensional standing. “The reality is that Chief Awolowo was a colossus who cannot be stereotyped. Stereotyping such a highly intriguing personality only exposes the lack of depth of the totality of what the late sage represents,’’ she said. She stated further th

It is proverbially said that, any child who discards Culture has hung a bag of affliction for himself. This was the comment rendered by one of the IREP members when speaking with MegaXpression Magazine on ASA . It was an historical day on Friday, 29th of September, 2017, when the Majority Leader, at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. SOB Agunbiade, and IREP team, briefed the Royal heads, Regents and the traditional Chiefs in Ikorodu division on their level of preparedness on ASA. ASA was said to be a beautiful socio-cultural heritage of decades which usually harmonize the people of Ikorodu Division in the good old days. The gradual extinction of this 'ASA' has been salvaged by the dynamic Hon. Sanai Agunbiade in a bid to restore the emblem that unites the people of Ikorodu Division together. The IREP, traditional leaders and others, met at the Palace of Ayangburen of Ikorodu where the four wall of the Hall was full to capacity. Hon SOB Agunbiade reported the progress o

Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday expressed the willingness of his administration to address the security and other challenges facing the students and members of staff of University of Lagos (UNILAG) and the Lagos State University to ensure conducive atmosphere for learning. Speaking at Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja when he received the National President of UNILAG Alumni Association and other eminent members of the association on a courtesy visit, Governor Ambode said the State Government would complement the efforts of the UNILAG’s management in necessary and required areas with the overall objective of improving on the learning experience and activities within the university community. Governor Ambode, who graduated with honours in accounting from UNILAG at the age of 21, said there was no question about the fact that the institution had impacted value and service to the State Government in immeasurable ways and still counting, assuring that the State Governmen

Notable dignitaries were present to celebrate the icon, Prince Oseni Fatai Adewale, for his successful completion of 35 years of meritorious service as a public school teacher . The four walls of Homat Basic School Hall was filled with sounds of joy as Students of Oreyo Senior Grammar School sang songs of praises to  thank God for the life of their vice Principal. The celebrant was welcomed with a cultural presentation by the students and a standing ovation by those present. The Special Adviser and Acting Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Lagos State, Hon Adebimpe Akinsola, in her speech through Madam Bisi Bello Mustapha, urged Prince Oseni to remain focused and move closer to God as he joined the group of Senior Citizen. Among those present were Hon Adebimpe Akinsola, who was ably represented by Madam Bisi Bello Mustapha, Chief Adenrele Olowu and Wife, Alhaji Olawale Amusa, Elder Okusanya, Mrs Olufunke Bakare, members of Oso-Ojuba family, Educationists and Retirees were

Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday commissioned the first state owned DNA Forensic Centre in West Africa, saying that the move would go a long way in resolving all form of crimes, paternity issues and others through technology which is the modern trend across the world. Governor Ambode said the completion and handing over of the centre located at Odunlami Street in Lagos Island, was a significant milestone and a symbolic manifestation of his administration’s policies in reforming the justice sector and in line with his vision to make the State safe for residents and investors. He said the State Government, with the completion of the centre, is joining other advanced countries of the world which had embraced technology to make life easier for people in all spheres of existence. He said: “From the domestic front to our places of work; from the way we learn, to doing business, the use of technology has become a way of life. You will therefore understand why our ad

The Chaiman Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Comrade  Olusesan Daini hosted Igbogbo Platinum Lion's Club and members of Rotary Club Igbogbo, today, 27th September, 2017. The visit which was officially covered by Lion Shakiru Seidu of MegaXpression Magazine, started with "the Lion's prayer" by Lion Tunde Okusanya, former President and present Treasurer of the Club. Other members of the prestigious Club were introduced to the Chairman. Daini, who was introduced as the 2nd vice President and Special Adviser to the Club stated that  he joined Lion's Club because of her service to humanity, helping the less privileged especially the blind. He commended the Club's President Barr. Ade Ayeni and all members for their selfless service and pledged his unending support to the Club in her quest for better community. The Club presented the Chairman with a Lion's branded framed portrait of the Chairman to express their profound gratitude for his support and plans to improve peo

The Lagos State Ministry of Environment in conjunction with Fan Milk along with students in different Local government in Lagos State visited the Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini, on Monday, 25th of September, 2017. The programme started with an opening speech by the representative form the Ministry of Environment, Mrs Raji as she recognised the presence of the Chairman, Students and Sponsors. She introduced the second edition of the Eko Tourism programme, the edition that is tagged "Effect of Climate change in wetland and it's aimed at teaching students to be aware of their environment and the changes happening around them and also to get to parents through these children. The Chairman, Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini appreciated and recognised the presence of the Lagos State representatives, Sponsors, Media team and the head of Administration. He recounted his dream of a friendly environment and his special interest in climate change an

The Lagos State Government, Ministry of Youth and Social Development and Lagos State Youth Ambassadors (Ikorodu Division) hosted her maiden edition of the youth orientation programme, on Tuesday, 26th of September, 2017at the youth center Ita-Elewa. The event tagged "Revolution; Positive Ideology" was directed towards secondary school Students in Ikorodu Division. Notable Speakers and other guests as well as students from different secondary Schools in Ikorodu were present. The program kicked up with an opening prayer by Afeez Akinyele, a student of Oriwu Senior Model College, followed by the National Anthem and a goodwill message from Lagos State Ministry of Youth and social development. The Lagos State Youth Ambassador, Mr Lana Promise, stated that the orientation is a means to curb social vices such as cultism, drug abuse, teen pregnancies and cyber fraud. The Youth Ambassador from Ikorodu division, Maruf Agbaje who hosted the programme, recognized the presence of the St