Jare Olukotun The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the diaspora, urging Nigerians to reflect on the values of compassion, humility and service associated with the Prophet Muhammad. ““These are qualities our nation needs…

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‎‎ Our Reporter ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele (BSA), on Thursday, joined the people of Imota, and the traditional institutions, to commemorate Isese Day 2026 in a colourful celebration of Yoruba culture, spirituality, tradition and heritage. ‎ ‎Hon. Benson Ayodele attended the celebration alongside the Vice Chairman of Imota LCDA, Princess Abisoye Omowunmi Jimoh,  members of the legislative arm led by the Leader of the House: Hon Oluwole Ademola Adeshina, the Secretary to the Local Government: Hon Mohammed Fagbesan,…

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‎‎ Kunle Adelabu ‎ ‎The 2026 Isese Day Celebration in Igbogbo Kingdom on Thursday, was not all about showcasing of culture, traditional values and heritage of Igbogbo people, but also provided an avenue for education and enlightenment for stakeholders in the traditional setting of the community. ‎ ‎ ‎At the celebration held at the Adeboruwa Palace, the Adeboruwa – in – Council and leadership of the traditional institutions in Igbogbo Kingdom, warned traditional chiefs against usage of royal paraphernalia like beaded crown, horsewhip, walking stick and shoes which are exclusively…

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‎‎ Wale Jagun ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has lauded the ongoing construction of Sen. Adeseye Ogunlewe Road in Igbogbo facilitated by Rep. Babajimi Benson, representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency as a purposeful collaboration between the federal representative and the local council authorities. ‎ ‎ ‎Aroyewun, had on Thursday, joined the federal lawmaker, for an on-the-spot inspection of the strategic infrastructure project, the visit underscored the shared commitment of both public office holders to delivering sustainable development and improved living…

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The Chairman, Board of Trustees (BoT) of Oriwu College Old Students’ Association of Nigeria (OCOSAN), Alhaji Mutiu Ishola Labi Lemomu, has passed on. According to a statement signed by Alhaji MBS Arole, National President, and Mr Sholanke Lateef (Arizona), National General Secretary, OCOSAN, Alhaji Lemomu died this evening. He was 83. “The National Executive Council of Oriwu College Old Students’ Association of Nigeria (OCOSAN) announces with deep sorrow the passing of our beloved Chairman, Board of Trustees, Alhaji Mutiu Ishola Labi Lemomu. “Burial arrangements will be communicated to members as…

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Kunle Adelabu The representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, has again, celebrated the impacts of investment in medical and medicare facility with the birth of the first set of triplets in the Maternal and Child Centre of the General Hospital Imota, a facility he facilitated two years ago. Rep. Benson, on April 9, this year had celebrated triple sets of twin babies in a single day in the same hospital. In a statement by the three – term lawmaker who secured his people’s mandate and that of…

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‎‎Wale Jagun The Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba, Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has described the annual celebration of Isese Day as a reminder of who Yoruba people are and what unites them together. ‎ ‎ ‎Omo’ba Aroyewun stressed that the tradition and culture of Yoruba people is about their language, values and the general way of life. ‎ ‎The council boss explained in a statement today, commemorating the 2026 Isese Day while also assuring of his administration’s commitment to continue to uphold the cultural and traditional values. ‎…

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‎ Our Reporter ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele, has presented free GCE forms to 100 students across the council area in continuation of his administration’s commitment to education and youth development. ‎ ‎ ‎The exercise, held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Council Secretariat, Imota, was aimed at easing the financial burden on families while providing deserving students with an opportunity to pursue their academic aspirations and take another step toward tertiary education. ‎ ‎ ‎Speaking at the event, Hon.…

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‎Jare Olukotun ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman, Ijede Local Council Development Area (ILCDA), Hon  Motunrayo Gbadebo – Alogba, has assured of her administration’s commitment to recognition and preservation of traditional and cultural values of Ijede people. ‎ ‎ ‎Hon. Gbadebo – Alogba in a statement commemorating the 2026 Isese Day, emphasised the importance of tradition as a rallying point for the people. She also stressed the need for its protection and preservation for other generations. ‎ ‎ ‎”I extend my warmest felicitations to the traditional rulers and worshippers across Ijede LCDA…

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