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2023 IPAKODO DAY CELEBRATION/OBA SEKUMADE’S 5TH ANNIVERSARY: JOINT PLANNING COMMITTEE UNVEILS ANKARA ®™√ INN Nigeria © 39o3k3m4427035344244087631 The official unveiling of Ankara for the 2023 Ipakodo Day Celebrations was held at the palace of HRM, Oba Bashiru Aremu Shotonwa on the 29th of August 2023. Attracting stakeholders from the entire Ikorodu West LCDA, the program also set in motion the celebratory plans for Oba Sekumade's 5th Coronation Anniversary. Organised by a joint planning committee headed by Dr. Bolaji Adeniji, the program showcased a vibrant Ankara fabric, to be exclusively used in symbolizing the wealthy cultural heritage of the community during the festival period. Before the unveiling of the Ankara, attendees from various facets of the town were urged to prepare themselves for the 2nd edition by partaking busily in the extravaganza which would begin on October 2023. The chairman, Dr Bolaji, used the medium to reel out activities lined up for the celebration period, asserting measures put in place to make the anniversary successful. "We urge all indigenes and residents of Ipakodo community to get ready for a celebration like never before". "There will be colourful displays of our traditional creations, free healthcare delivery, a day for market men and women, youth day, music, dance and more". "This year's celebration will mark another significant milestone in honouring our Kabiesi, the esteemed Oba Sekumade of Ipakodo and celebrating the unity and pride of the Ipakodo community" Dr Bolaji added Commending the planning committee for living up to expectations during the maiden Ipakodo Days celebration in 2022, HRM, Oba Bashiru Aremu Shotonwa instructed the joint planning committee to make the year 2023 edition top-notch. Acknowledging the importance of the annual celebration, Oba Shotonwa emphasized the need to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Ipakodo by creating an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Affirming his thorough guidance and support towards the success of the celebration and his anniversary, Oba Shotonwa encouraged the planning committee to be determined to organize a celebration that will leave a lasting impression on the hearts and minds of the community members.
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2023 IPAKODO DAY CELEBRATION/OBA SEKUMADE’S 5TH ANNIVERSARY: JOINT PLANNING COMMITTEE UNVEILS ANKARA ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

30 Aug 2023
ASSOCIATION OF AFRICAN TRADITIONAL RELIGION PRACTITIONERS (AATREN) IKORODU CHAPTER CELEBRATE ISESE DAY ®™√ INN Nigeria © 38eijem5937284441555596720 The Ayangbure of Ikorodu Kingdom, Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi fostered the Association of African Traditional Religion Practitioners, Ikorodu Chapter (AATREN) on their Isese day celebration. Incorporating all chiefs, Baale's, Eluku, Agemo, Igunuko, Awopa, Egungun, osoyin, Babalawo and other traditional institutions in the waterbed region, HRM, Oba Adewale shotobi was ushered into the celebration at his palace on the 20th of August 2023. The day was set aside by the Lagos State Government for traditionalists to celebrate, which made the government also declare Monday, 21st of August as work free day for public servants. According to Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, Isese Day is a festival celebrated in the whole of the southwest. He acknowledged Lagos State, Oyo State, Ogun State and Ekiti State for simultaneously granting Isese Day as a public holiday in their states. In an interview with Ikorodu News Network (INN), the king explained: "As a king, we're the custodian of culture and heritage". "Isese is the first religion when it comes to religion and we have many believers in Isese that are doing well, we are all calling the same god we just worship in different ways". "I also want to urge the Government to support the traditional religion the same way they support Muslims and Christians during their respective festivities" Oba Shotobi asserted. The chairman of AATREN, Chief Kareem Ore (the Apena of Ikorodu kingdom), on his path, expressed his excitement about the public holiday that Lagos state has approved for the Isese, urging the Government not to remove the holiday subsequently. He also recognizes the god of his father for recovering his health saying; "I was once a Christian for 22 years, I do take holy communion but still fall sick". "But since I became the Apena of Ikorodu Kingdom I have never experienced sickness again". "HRM, Oba Kabiru Shotobi should also be appreciated for his support towards Isese Day every year which has been a joyful thing for us in AATREN Ikorodu Chapter" Chief Kareem said. In his statement, the Chairman of Ikorodu Oga Development Association (IKODASS) Mr Rotimi Erogbogbo said Isese is also called tradition which has been the foundation of the 3rd largest city in southwest Nigeria before other religions. Erogbogbo illustrated that the government acknowledging Isese Day by declaring it a public holiday is a privileged aspect because other religions have their holidays, thus making the society organized. "This is a laudable step by the government because the tradition of people is important based on the origin of the land we found ourselves". Otunba Lekan Ajerotutu, who represented the President of the Traditional Rulers, Ifa Segun Elegushi honoured HRM, Oba Kabiru Shotobi for his sacrifice towards the Association leading to the celebration.
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ASSOCIATION OF AFRICAN TRADITIONAL RELIGION PRACTITIONERS (AATREN) IKORODU CHAPTER CELEBRATE ISESE DAY ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

21 Aug 2023
IGBO COMMUNITY IN LAGOS DRUMS SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR BABAJIDE OLUSOLA SANWO-OLU ®™√ INN Nigeria © 3003i3k3k3kk4k6273754067405786144 The Igbo community in Lagos State have been advised to go about their normal business without fear of molestation as the state government will continue to ensure the safety of the lives and property of all residents. The assurance was given in Lagos a few days ago by the Director General of the Independent Campaign Council (ICC) Lagos APC, Mr Tayo Ayinde when the Igbo community paid a solidarity visit to the ICC office in Ikeja. Ayinde said the administration of Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu had been working assiduously towards ensuring the health and prosperity of all residents regardless of tribe or religious affiliations which means, he deserves the votes of all residents for a second term in office. Earlier in his address the leader of the political wing of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Solomon Ogbona pledged their unflinching support for the All Progressives Congress, APC in the March 11 Gubernatorial election. He acknowledged that his people had prospered in Lagos because of the accommodating nature of their host communities. He urged Ndigbo in Lagos to vote en masse for APC to reciprocate the good gesture. Also, Mr Ayinde and the ICC leadership visited Agege and Ifako-Ijaye local governments for town hall meetings to review the recently held Presidential election. Mr Ayinde after a parley with political leaders at the grassroots promised to address their grievances and ensure a more united APC at the state, local government and ward levels. The grassroots political leaders promised to immediately embark on a house-to-house campaign to ensure that more Lagosians come out to exercise their franchise in the March 11 gubernatorial elections.
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IGBO COMMUNITY IN LAGOS DRUMS SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR BABAJIDE OLUSOLA SANWO-OLU ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

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REP. BENSON: MORE ICT CENTRES WILL BE INTRODUCED INTO THE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM IN IKORODU DIVISION ®™√ INN Nigeria © 8ijjj7E27745956133928370420 Ikorodu Federal Lawmaker, Rep. Babajimi Benson MHR, has stated his plans to further enhance Ikorodu Division Educational sector in the area of technology. Rep. Benson made the statement to Ikorodu News Network (INN) on the 22nd of September 2023, at his constituency office, the same day he empowered market men and women across the division with cash gifts. According to him, "It is vital now for us as leaders to inculcate technology into the learning and growth phase of our young ones". "Technology is now the order of the day, it keeps the mindset proactive, enabling youngsters to become self-employed at a very early stage" "In India today, it has been discovered that most of the youths did not pass out of the university, simply because they are technologically inclined, it has helped them to become employers of labor". "If we create such a tech-footing for our students here in Ikorodu, there is no telling what they can achieve, all we need to do is provide the medium, which I am prioritizing in addition to other development plans I have for my constituents". Rep. Benson recently provided an ICT training center for Anglican primary school in Isawo community of Ikorodu West LCDA. The center contains; 16 computer sets, a projector, and screen, an internet dish plus server, a Generator, and 8 Solar batteries with a 16-panel solar system to last 18 hours in training. In addition, Rep. Benson provided a Spiral binding machine, a photocopy machine, and 4 ventilator fans.
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REP. BENSON: MORE ICT CENTRES WILL BE INTRODUCED INTO THE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM IN IKORODU DIVISION ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

23 Sep 2023
ASIPA KAOLI COMMISSIONS REHABILITATED TWO CLASSROOMS, WATER TANK STAND & FETCHING POINT AT METHODIST PRIMARY SCHOOL IGBOGBO, FULLY SPONSORED BY PRINCESS ADETUTU BASIRAT BANJOKO ®™√ INN Nigeria © 8ojhh78256470233576825639 It was another uplifting day for Education in Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA as the only female councillor in the council's legislative chamber, Princess Basirat Adetutu Banjoko rehabilitated two classrooms and provided a water tank stand/Fetching Point for Methodist Primary School Igbogbo. The project was commissioned on Friday the 22nd of September 2023 by Chief Asipa Kaoli Olusanya and presided over by the Executive Chairman of Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA, Bldr. Olusesan Daini. Receiving a high level of commendation from the school administration, Princess Basirat, the councillor of ward C1 and Deputy leader of Igbogbo Baiyeku legislative chamber, appreciated the leadership of the All Progressive Congress (APC) for a timeless mentorship. She also acknowledged Ikorodu apex leader, Asipa Kaoli, and her council boss, Bldr. Sesan Daini for leading the pack effectively, providing her with a palatable room to function. Furthermore, she commended the Methodist primary school administration for cooperating with her towards the successful completion of the project. According to Princess Basirat, the sole aim of the project is to help students by providing them with a better learning environment. The program, themed; 'Maintaining A Clean Environment', she explained that the school is observing overpopulation, which causes inconveniences for pupils. "It was due to those inconveniences that spurred me to get to work on facilitating the extra classrooms as a form of service to humanity," she said. Speaking to Ikorodu News Network (INN), Princess Basirat illustrated that the school also lacked access to clean water which prompted her (as councillor of the ward) to provide the tank, stand and fetching point. Urging the school administration to apply maintenance culture in preserving the resources, Princess pleads with everyone to imbibe the heart of giving. The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo Baiyeki LCDA, Bldr. Sesan Daini, in his address dubbed the day celebratory, equally applauding the project facilitator, Princess Basirat Banjoko. Emphasising performance, Bldr Daini expressed his satisfaction towards all councillors in Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA working and making things better in their numerous wards. Bringing his attention to Methodist Primary School, he said, "Seeing this project is a challenge to me!". "As I've promised, Methodist Primary School building renovation with fully equipped furniture, and building of 8 toilets which will be commissioned in the next 50 days" Bldr Daini said. The council boss asserted the party's developmental mandate for communities will continue to reflect in his administration as voiced during his campaign. Before commissioning the project, Chief Kaoli Olusanya praised Princess Basirat Adetutu for prioritising education, explaining that education is the first way to escape poverty. He further encouraged the administrators of Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA not to relent in fulfilling their mandate because it is a way of giving hope to the people. Mrs. Ogunfeyimi, HeadMistress of Methodist Primary School Igbogbo praised the council chairman, Bldr. Daini and all other leaders in Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA for their consistent support towards education. Pointing out that Bldr. Daini's administration has not for once left the education sector, she encourages the leadership to keep propelling and investing in the life of the future generation around the communities. Representative Education District 2, Mrs. Odusanya also saluted the work of the administration in Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA, urging them to proceed with doing good. Adeboruwa-in-council Chiefs, Mr Taiwo Orenuga (chairman APC Igbogbo Baiyeku LCDA) and other auspicious guests were in attendance.
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ASIPA KAOLI COMMISSIONS REHABILITATED TWO CLASSROOMS, WATER TANK STAND & FETCHING POINT AT METHODIST PRIMARY SCHOOL IGBOGBO, FULLY SPONSORED BY PRINCESS ADETUTU BASIRAT BANJOKO ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

23 Sep 2023
PARTY SA ON YOUTH ENGAGEMENT PRAISES NEW LAGOS YOUTH COMMISSIONER ®™√ INN Nigeria © img 20230921 wa0008530482141676240701 Asiwaju Lekan Saheed Oloko, special adviser on youth engagement to APC National youth leader has Congratulated Mobolaji Ogunlende on his appointment as Commissioner for the Ministry of Youth and Social Development in Lagos State. His congratulatory statement reads, "Your passion for youth empowerment and development is commendable, and now you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact". "Your dedication and vision will surely lead to positive changes for the youth of Lagos". "Wishing you a successful and fulfilling tenure as you work towards a brighter future for the young generation". ALSO®
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PARTY SA ON YOUTH ENGAGEMENT PRAISES NEW LAGOS YOUTH COMMISSIONER ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

22 Sep 2023
ADEBOLA AKIN-BRIGHT: LAGOS ASSEMBLY REVEALS MORE ABOUT DOCTOR WHO PERFORMED SURGERY, WRITES POLICE COMMISSIONER, COMMITTEE BROADENS INVESTIGATION ®™√ INN Nigeria © img 20230922 wa00194052512174661337085 The chairman of the Lagos Assembly ad-hoc committee with the mandate to investigate the circumstances that led to the disappearance of Adebola Akin-Bright's small intestine, Hon. Noheem Adams, has told his colleagues that the doctor who performed surgery twice on the boy is not a qualified surgeon. This is as the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, during plenary on Thursday, directed the Clerk, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, to write to the State police command for the arrest of Dr. Abayomi Baiyewu of Obitoks Hospital in the Alimosho area of Lagos. Adebola died on Tuesday shortly after the House called on Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to further assist him seek treatment abroad. While thanking Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his effort at the period the boy was being treated at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Speaker Obasa directed that a letter conveying the condolence message of the House be sent to the family. Dr. Obasa further asked the committee to look into other grey areas including inviting officials of the Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) which has the law-backed responsibility to monitor private hospitals operating in the State. The Speaker further asked the committee to review the extant law so as to know if it should be amended just as he said private hospitals can be made to always report their activities to the government at all times. Formally announcing Adebola's death, Hon. Adams said the boy's case was disheartening. He said when the committee visited him on Tuesday, he still spoke with the lawmakers. He, however, said during investigation, the committee learnt from Dr. Baiyewu that he is not a surgeon but only relied on his experience as a medical doctor. He also said Baiyewu, whose testimonies were recorded, told the committee that he did not carry out any medical examination on the boy before the first surgery which he did himself adding that he only relied on the report from a hospital the patient was first taken to. Noheem said after Baiyewu did the first surgery, the boy continued to complain about stomach pain and was taken back to Obitoks Hospital where Baiyewu carried out another round of surgery by himself. Following more complications, Hon. Noheem said the boy was taken to LASUTH where it was confirmed that part of his intestine was missing. The lawmaker said as a doctor, Baiyewu should have taken the excised part of the boy's body to a pathological department for test, but that "Dr. Baiyewu told the committee that the body parts were mistakenly discarded," and that the doctor had planned to do a third surgery before the boy was taken to LASUTH. After Noheem's submission, the House commiserated with the bereaved family with Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda calling for the sealing of the hospital. Another member of the committee, Hon. Lawal Aina, told his colleagues it was a pitiable sight when the committee visited Adebola at the hospital. He added that upon interrogation, it was discovered that Dr. Baiyewu proved not to have been a certified surgeon. Some of the lawmakers who spoke on the issue, suggested that a formal complaint be made against Dr. Baiyewu to the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria for action while others urged stricter monitoring of medical doctors and hospitals.
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ADEBOLA AKIN-BRIGHT: LAGOS ASSEMBLY REVEALS MORE ABOUT DOCTOR WHO PERFORMED SURGERY, WRITES POLICE COMMISSIONER, COMMITTEE BROADENS INVESTIGATION ®™√ INN Nigeria ©

22 Sep 2023
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