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Ikorodu North Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, was on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, graduated 4,000 students after acquired different skills. The Council Boss, Hon Banjo Adebisi Adeola, said to MegaXpression Magazine that the idea was borne out of his desire to reduce unemployment, eradicate poverty and develop the LCDA. “The skill acquisition programme will make our people to be self-employed and self-reliant. Ikorodu North LCDA graduated four thousand beneficiaries of our 3weeks intensive life enhancement and professional skill acquisition programme.  "By implication, we have taught four thousand diligent people in Ikorodu North how to fish instead of giving them fish. "This, I think suffices to make one happy. I am equally particularly happy because God has given me the grace to deliver on some of my electoral promises to the good people of ikorodu North and we shall not renege until everyone is happy by God's grace. "Let me equally acknowledge the...

It was massive at Ikorodu Town  Hall, as the hall was full to the brim with the presence of His Royal Majesties, Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu, Oba Abdulsemiu Orimadegun Kasali, Adeboruwa of Igbogbo, Oba Aremu Shotonwa, Sekumade of Ipakodo, Oba Richard Ogunsanya, Olubeshe of Ibeshe, High Chiefs and league of Baales. Others were Asipa Kaoli Olusanya, APC East Senatorial Vice Chairman, Otunba Ayodele Elesho, Agbaakin of Ikorodu, Chief Dele Olowu, Alhaji Taiwo Longe, APC Chairman, Alhaji R I Jinodu, Hon Ogunbela, Hon Azeez Olosugbo and other leaders of 'The Mandate Group'. CDAs Chairmen, Iya Olojas led by Alhaja Taofeekat Allinson, Party members, among others, when the  Majority leader, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon SOB Agunbiade disbursed N20 million to market women, religious groups, artisans and transporters and party faithfuls in Ikorodu Constituency 1. Agunbiade distributed the seed-money to beneficiaries across the 17 wards in his constituency...

It was amidst pomp and pageantry that the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Abdulsemiu Orimadegun Kasali, Emugoriade 1, celebrated the 2018 edition of the annual Ojude-Oba festival, Thursday, August 23, 2018. MegaXpression magazine learnt that the event which held at the Adeboruwa’s Palace, Igbogbo is an annual gathering of Muslim faithfuls and other dignitaries from across Igbogbo and its environs to mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The event was put together by Igbogbo Muslims Community (IMCO), features Muslim leaders and groups taking turns to pay homage to the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo and it was made opened by the Chief Imam of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Sheik Dhikirulahi Andu Tanimose. The introduction of the guests followed suit by Imam Sheriff from Awobo, while several other performances took turn to keep the programme moving. The Chairman of Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini, thanked all the Muslim Community and others that present, for the sup...

The Member of House of Reps., representing Ikorodu federal Constituency, Hon Babajimi Benson has felicitated with Muslims in Ikorodu Division as they join their counterparts all over the world to celebrate this year’s Eld-el-Kabir. Hon Benson, further in his felicitation expressed appreciation to the people of Ikorodu Division for their massive support to his representation and enjoined them to continue to eschew politics of bitterness and destruction as the Nation approaches the 2019 general election. In a statement he personally signed, the erudite legislator said; “For every sacrifice you make today, may  Allah compensate you with His blessings and fulfill all your dreams. "May happiness enter your household, stay late and leave the gift of Allah’s love, peace, joy and good health behind." While speaking with MegaXpression Magazine, JB, as he's fondly called, urged his Constituents to continue to show genuine love and respect for one another and reflect on ...

As usual, hundreds of people gathered again at the Constituency Office of Hon Babajimi Benson, Member, House of Reps., representing Ikorodu federal Constituency, on Saturday, August 18, 2018, as another set of beneficiaries of the food items, tagged 'APO ANU' got their own portion of Babajimi's largesse in celebration of Eid-el-Kabir festival. The laughter on the faces of the beneficiaries cannot be over emphasised as they were showering prayers on Hon. Babajimi Benson and his amiable wife. The gesture was also extended to members of APC in celebration of this year's Eid-el-Kabir festival, where over hundreds of Bags of Rice were distributed among the 6 LGAs and 30 Wards in Ikorodu Division, not minding some selected individuals across the Division. The 'Stand' of the Executive and legislators of the six Councils in Ikorodu Division was equally busy, as the beneficiaries of JB's gesture were ushered to the 'Stand' to get additional items. This init...

Followers of Prince Toyin Gafaar Bolowotan in Ikorodu Central of Lagos State, has advised residents of Ikorodu Constituency 1 to ensure that they register and collect their permanent voters cards in other to participate in the next general election. They made the call in Ikorodu Central, when its 'Voters card registration, PVC collection and APC membership' sensitization campaign trained berthed at Ita-Elewa. The Coordinator of Ikorodu central, Mr. Ogunfodunrin, said, “It is imperative for eligible citizens to register and have their voters’ card and exercise their democratic rights by casting their votes. Without PVC and party membership card, you cannot vote in party primaries and general election.” The campaign team at the central further reaffirmed support for Prince Toyin Gafaar Bolowotan as the best candidate to represent Ikorodu Constituency 1 in the State House of Assembly in the next political dispensation. “The Governor and his Deputy need to consol...

As 2019 approaches, political office holders and hopefuls are coming out to either seek re-election or make know their intentions to contest for various political positions as freshmen. In the same vein, Hon Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, an erudite academia who as helped the educational development of many Ikorodu sons and daughters since 1990, has declared his intention to represent Ikorodu Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly. He made this known on Friday when he addressed newsmen and his followers and also reeled out his plans in the event that he is elected. Otunba Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, a 1992 graduate of physics from the prestigious University of Lagos. He had PGD & M.Sc. in Computer Science and M.Ed. in Educational Administration & Planning all from University of Lagos. Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle distinguished himself as an expert in education management practices and won numerous awards as a multi-talented scholar and administrator. He has therefore deve...

The iCARE Foundation of Hon Babajimi Benson, MHR, representing Ikorodu federal Constituency, was on tuesday at Funcity, Ikorodu, brought a group of expect on Microsoft to uplift the skills and potentials of Ikorodu Youths. Mr Olusola Amusan, CEO, Philanthropies Lead Microsoft, Mrs Olatomiwa Williams, Director Microsoft, Mr Oluwamuyemi Orimolade, Communication Lead Microsoft, among other Professionals, were present to impact and uplift the youths of Ikorodu Division at the Talk Shop. In his lecture, Mr Olusola Amusan did justice to driving technology and business change. He enjoined the youths of Ikorodu Division not to set limit for themselves and improve their skills technologically. "To drive better business decisions and get more out of your teams and systems, an organization requires people, process, and technology. "Building a view of technology in the company, projects, people, and money spent, allowed you to rationalize investments, focus the team on the most importa...

It was a case of celebrating the stars in Ikorodu Division when women of substance across the Division with different attires were seated to honor members of their folk who has paid their dues and contributed their quota in community development. MegaXpression magazine learnt that the award ceremony was organized by Starlight Newspaper and tagged “Amazons Recognition Award”. The former Secretary to the Lagos state government, Princess Adenrele Ogunsanya, awarded the most outstanding community heroine. Vice Chairman, Ikorodu LG, Princess Folashade Olabanji-Oba as the most outstanding female personality in the Executive Cabinet of Ikorodu Local Government, Vice-Chairman Ijede LCDA, Hon. Gbadebo-Alogba Moturayo as the most promising youth for leadership. the Most Outstanding Female Personality in the executive cabinet of Igbogbo-Baiyeku LCDA, Mrs. Usman Ibidapo Folashade, The Most Outstanding Female Personality in the executive cabinet of Ijede LCDA, Mrs Risqat Adepeju Salisu....

Ikorodu Metropolitan Lions Club has keyed into the date set aside by the international association of Lions Clubs, (August 7-13) for youth empowerment program, whereby Clubs are expected to engage Youths within their community. Ikorodu Metropolitan Lions Club is not left behind, as they fully sponsored 20 youths on a 2-month Vocation training at Emmy Bee Catering institute, where they'll learn how to bake cake, do small chops, donut, snacks, Beads making, Soap making, Photography, Makeup sections, among others. The Club also used the medium as a platform to recruit youths to the youth wing of the organization; Lions club. The Club President, Lion Engr Oladele Olorunsola appreciated members of the club, most especially the project committee, for a well-planned project while he also reminded them that in the processes of sustaining the legacy of service of the club, the mountain is still very high as much focus is needed so as to achieve all stipulated project. The Club Service Ch...

Ikorodu Local Government Vice Chairman, Hon. Princess Folashade Olabanji-Oba, bagged the Most Outstanding Female Personality Award, in Ikorodu, Lagos State. The award, which was organized by the Starlight Newspaper, called, Ikorodu Amazon's RECOGNITION AWARDS, was given to Princess Folashade in recognition of her roles in the emancipation and development of Ikorodu Division. Princess Folashade, the daughter of late Iya Suna General of Nigeria, Alhaja Chief Sikirat Atinuke Atobajaiye (Majaya lolo), was accompanied by her friends, colleagues, Change Alliance LEADERSHIP GROUP/Strike TEAM FOR AKINWUNMI AMBODE and other well wishers from far and near. In her remarks, while speaking with MegaXpression Magazine, Princess Folashade thanked the organisers for the honour. “I thank the organisers for this honour bestowed on me and I enjoin other women to key into certain initiatives. This is the time for the women to take their rightful place and see what they can do to move the society fo...

The Kingdom of Ikorodu has held the 3rd coronation anniversary of His Royal Majesty, Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, Adegorushen V, Ayangburen of Ikorodu and the paramount ruler of Ikorodu Division. The colourful event which kicked off Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Ayangburen Palace, Ikorodu, was graced by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode, lawmakers, Royal Heads, Philanthropists, Business Moguls and top government officials. The memorable event was anchored by the former Permanent Secretary, Lagos State, Mr Lekan Ogunbanwo. The Monarch, Oba Shotobi, in his key note address commended residents and indigenes of the community for their support since his ascension to the throne of His forefathers. Oba Shotobi promised to work for the exploration of the community’s unharnessed potentials and see that the community evolves into a great city in Lagos State. He revealed that the Palace Extension was borne out of the necessity to enhance the status of Ikorodu. He said: ...

Member of House of Reps, representing Ikorodu federal Constituency, Hon Babajimi Benson, has doled out N3million as grant to 150 traders in Ikorodu Division to enable them to uplift their businesses. The erudite legislator on Saturday presented the grant to market women and men at his constituency Office Igbogbo, saying it was not in doubt that the  grant will improve their various businesses. JB, as he's fondly called said despite his urge financial burden in the coming days, he is totally committed to supporting the Market Association in the growth and upliftment of their businesses. According to him, the decision to aid the market traders association with grant was based on my promise to them, which was delayed due to paucity of funds, noting that the gesture was therefore compelling. “Today’s occasion is historic; we are presenting financial support of N3million Grant to 150 traders from the 6 local councils in Ikorodu Division to enable them to uplift their vario...