Eid-el-Kabir Celebration: FG Declares Wednesday, Thursday Public Holidays

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Jare Olukotun The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, 27th and Thursday, 28th May, 2026 as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the announcement n Monday in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani. According to the statement, the declaration affirms the Federal Government’s profound respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims who join the global Islamic community in observing this sacred occasion. “The Minister conveys the warm felicitations of the…

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SPECIAL FOCUS: 300 DAYS IN OFFICE: A JOURNEY OF IMPACT, PROGRESS, AND PEOPLE-CENTERED GOVERNANCE

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“Without proper self-evaluation, failure is inevitable.” — John Wooden Over the past 300 days in office, the administration led by Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele in Imota Local Council Development Area has remained steadfast in its commitment to purposeful leadership, responsive governance, and sustainable development under the vision of #ForAGreaterImotaLCDA. Guided by the principles of accountability, inclusiveness, and service, the administration has consistently implemented impactful initiatives through the “Hi-SEE” Transformation Agenda, aimed at improving lives and promoting development across critical sectors of the community. From infrastructural renewal to youth empowerment, educational…

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AMA Smiles Foundation Felicitates Alajede, Says Oba Adefarasin’s Coronation Signifies Strength In Ijede’s Heritage, Bright Future

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‎Kunle Adelabu ‎Chieftains and members of the AMA Smiles Foundation, the operational arm of the Ikorodu Constituency II representative, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), has described the emergence and coronation of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Hon.) Adefarasin Saheed Hassan, as the Alajede of Ijede Kingdom, as a development signifying strength in Ijede’s heritage and unity amongst its people. ‎ ‎The group also said the emergence of a former state lawmaker and former council chairman, Oba Adefarasin as the Ijede monarch, will usher in a brighter future for the kingdom. ‎…

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Ikorodu Council Chairmen Felicitate Oba Adefarasin Hassan On Final Coronation Rites

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‎Jare Olukotun ‎The six council chairmen in Ikorodu Division under the aegis of the Conference 57 Chairmen, Ikorodu Division, has congratulated the Alajede of Ijede, HRM, Oba (Hon.) Adefarasin Saheed Hassan, the Ajanaku II, on his final coronation ceremony. ‎ ‎The colourful coronation rites which began in January ended on Sunday in Ijede with social gatherings in Ijede. ‎ ‎In a statement released by the chairmen commemorating the coronation, they said the emergence of Oba Adefarasin signifies peace, unity and progress for Ijede. ‎ ‎”We the entire members of Conference…

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ROYAL PROFILE: HRM Oba (Hon.) Adefarasin Saheed Hassan, the Ajanaku II, Alajede of Ijede Kingdom

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His Royal Majesty, Oba (Hon.) Adefarasin Saheed Hassan, the Ajanaku II, Alajede of Ijede Kingdom, officially ascended the throne of his ancestors on Saturday, January 9th, 2026, when the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo -Olu who was represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government & Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Bolaji Kayode Robert confirmed his royal installation. Oba Adefarasin Hassan was born to Alhaji Muraina Ade-Ife Hassan and Mrs. Christiana Oyebo Hassan on November, 30th 1962. He belonged to the Ajanaku and Orese Royal Families of Ijede. He is…

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2027: AAC Gets Governorship, Senatorial, Assembly Candidates In Lagos

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Kunle Adelabu -As Ikorodu -based Sol-Nuyi Adesoca emerges guber candidate The African Action Congress (AAC) have successfully conducted its primary elections in Lagos State, with candidates emerging through consensus. The primary elections, held last Saturday in Lagos, was witnessed by representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). According to the party’s state organizing secretary, Comrade Micheal Olasoji, AAC had its screening for the aspirants vying for the gubernatorial, senatorial, House of Representatives and House of Assembly on May 16th and 24th, 2026. Mr Sol-Nuyi Oluwadamola Adesoca from Ikorodu Local…

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Aro Moshood, Bolowotan Emerge Ikorodu Assembly Candidates As Lagos APC Releases Reps, Assembly List

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Kunle Adelabu The incumbent representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), and three – times aspirant for Ikorodu Constituency I, Prince Oluwatoyin Gafaar Bolowotan, has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Assembly primary elections held in Ikorodu, last week Wednesday. The duo are among 40 names of the successful Assembly candidates across the state released by the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress released today, ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to the document signed by the Lagos APC Chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi,…

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Ikorodu LG Legislative House To Open Soon For Lawmaking Business A Year After Commissioning By Adeshina’s Administration

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Kunle Adelabu The authorities of the Ikorodu Local Government has assured that the council’s legislative building will be opened for business of lawmaking that it was constructed for, almost a year after the same structure was commissioned. The structure which was commissioned by the administration of the immediate past Chairman, Hon. Wasiu Adeshina, we gathered, was incomplete. Some sources also alleged that the Honourable Councillors refused to move into the building because it is structurally defective. But, it has been revealed that the structure is not defective in any way…

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AMA Celebrates His Life Journey Partner, Mrs. Victoria Aro, On Birthday

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‎‎Jare Olukotun‎‎‎ The representative of Ikorodu Constituency II, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun (AMA), has celebrated his wife, Mr Victoria Aro, on her birthday today ‎ ‎ ‎The state lawmaker in a statement described the celebrant as his partner in life journey, strength and peace. ‎ ‎ ‎”Join me to felicitate my beautiful wife on the occasion of her birthday, my partner in the journey of life, my strength in difficult seasons, my peace in uncertain moments, and my joy in days of celebration. ‎ ‎”Today,…

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Fire Rages Ikorodu Ferry Terminal

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‎Kunle Adelabu‎ ‎ ‎Massive fire on Saturday engulfed the Ikorodu Ferry Terminal and completely razed a section of the Ikorodu ferry terminal building located at Ebute – Iga, Ipakodo, Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area of Ikorodu Division, Lagos State, Southwest Nigeria.‎‎‎THE IMPACT gathered that the fire which started early yesterday, began at the bar section of the structure which housed several offices, shops and lounge for the ferry service among others.‎‎The right side of the building, including the bar located within the building is razed with properties worth several…

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