MegaExpression Magazine

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the construction of the Pacific–Igbe Laara Road at a cost of ₦15.7 billion , a landmark infrastructure project expected to accelerate economic growth and improve connectivity across Ijede and Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Areas of Ikorodu Federal Constituency. The approval, granted under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, underscores the Federal Government's commitment to expanding critical infrastructure through the Renewed Hope Agenda, with a focus on enhancing transportation networks and stimulating socioeconomic development across the country. For residents of the benefiting communities, the project represents a long-awaited intervention that will provide easier access to over 150 Community Development Associations (CDAs), improve mobility, reduce travel time, facilitate commercial activities, and create new opportunities for investment within the rapidly developing river...

In line with its commitment to promoting a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment, Igbogbo/Bayeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) successfully carried out its monthly environmental sanitation exercise across the council area. The exercise was led by the Vice Chairman, Barrister Ade Ayeni and the Supervisor for Environment, Hon. Dauda Oshinlaja, who coordinated and supervised sanitation activities across various communities to ensure compliance and active participation by residents. The exercise also featured the active participation of the Council's Secretary to the Local Government (SLG), Alhaji Kudus Oduntan , Supervisors, Councillors, and other council officials, who mobilized residents within their respective wards while monitoring sanitation activities to promote environmental cleanliness and civic responsibility. Speaking during the exercise, Barrister Ayeni reiterated that environmental sanitation remains a key prio...

The people of Igbogbo Kingdom have officially commenced preparations for the 10th Coronation Anniversary of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali , Emugoriade I, with a call on residents, stakeholders and the media to join in celebrating a decade of remarkable traditional leadership. Addressing MegaXpression and other media Practioners at the Aafin Adeboruwa, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, Prince Adesegun Ogunlewe , described the anniversary as more than a royal celebration, noting that it represents ten years of unity, stability and sustained community development under the monarch's reign. Ogunlewe explained that since ascending the throne in 2016, the Adeboruwa has continued to provide purposeful leadership that has strengthened the kingdom's cultural identity while attracting developmental projects and increasing Igbogbo's relevance in Lagos State. According to him, the anniversary programme has been carefully ...

As part of efforts to deepen democratic participation and ensure that eligible citizens are not disenfranchised ahead of the 2027 General Elections, the Lagos State Baales Forum  is set to call on residents across Lagos State, particularly those within Ikorodu Division, to participate in a sensitization campaign on the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). The sensitization programme is scheduled to hold on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Ikorodu Town Hall, Ikorodu, Lagos State, beginning at 10:00 a.m. prompt. According to the Coordinator, Ikorodu Division Baales, Chief Akeju Olugbenga Idowu , Baale Alakan, said the campaign is designed to educate residents on the importance of voter registration and the need for every eligible citizen to obtain a valid voter card ahead of future elections. He emphasized that voter registration remains the first step in the democratic process, urging youths, women, community leaders, and all qualified residents to take advantage of...

The Oriwu College Old Students Association of Nigeria (OCOSAN) on Saturday, June 13, 2026, recorded a historic milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony of its proposed National Secretariat Building during the association's Founders' Day celebration. Speaking at the landmark event, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe , and other OCOSAN Leaders, described the project as more than a physical structure, noting that it represents the association's collective vision, unity, and commitment to preserving the rich heritage of Oriwu College. The Secretariat is expected to serve as the administrative and operational hub of the association, fostering collaboration, mentorship, and service among generations of Oricollians. Meanwhile, the President, Comrade M.B.S Arole, expressed gratitude to God and applauded the Board of Trustee members, other national Executive Council, donors, class sets, branches at home and in the diaspora, and all members whose support...

The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (IBLCDA), Omo'ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun , on Thursday spearheaded a comprehensive stakeholders' engagement on security, bringing together security agencies, traditional rulers, community leaders, artisans, market associations, youth groups and residents to chart a united course towards a safer and more secure council area. The landmark gathering, held at the Palace of the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, marked the maiden edition of the IBLCDA Security Summit with the theme, "Strengthening Security Operations Towards Curbing Security Threats and Misinformation." The summit provided a strategic platform for robust discussions on emerging security challenges and practical solutions, drawing participation from the Nigeria Police Force, Nigeria Immigration Service, anti-drug advocacy organisations, traditional institutions, religious leaders, Community Development C...