BABAJIMI'S LARGESSE: iCARE FOODBANK DISTRIBUTES FOOD ITEMS FOR THE NEEDY PEOPLE IN CELEBRATION OF ILEYA FESTIVAL. | Shakiru Seidu. Also extends gesture to the Party faithfuls in Ikorodu Division.

"Without any iota of doubt, Hon. Babajimi Benson, MHR, has made name for himself yet again and of which the beneficiaries in Ikorodu Division will not forget so soon", this was the statement uttered by one of the  iCARE Team Members, Alhaji Oriare from Ikorodu West LCDA, when speaking with MegaXpression Magazine, during the distribution of food items for Ileya festival.

As usual, hundreds of people gathered at the Constituency Office of Hon Babajimi Benson, MHR, on Friday, 25th of August, 2017, as beneficiaries of the food items tagged 'APO ANU' got their own portion of Babajimi's largesse. 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 extended to the APC members in celebration of the Ileya festival of this year. In fact, over 90 Bags of Rice were distributed among the 30 Wards in Ikorodu division with 18 additional Bags of Rice for the 6 LGAs, not minding some selected individuals across the division.

Speaking through Mayor Deen Sanwoola, Hon Babajimi Benson enjoined the Party faithfuls to celebrate a peaceful Ileya festival and solicits for their constant support and prayers to enable him do more than what he is doing presently.

Another iCARE Team member, Princess Oredoyin from Imota also tendered her sincere appreciation to the women and wished them well in all their endeavours.

Shortly after the pleasant remarks, the distribution of the food items began with smiles of relief on the faces of the beneficiaries.

SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine
The genuine VOICE of Ikorodu Division

IBESHE BUBBLES AS EMINENT DIGNITARIES JOIN OBA RICHARD OGUNSANYA TO MARK 10 YEARS ON THRONE. | Shakiru Seidu.

It was an eventful occasion on Saturday, 19th of August, 2017, when the first Olubeshe of Ibeshe land, HRM Oba Richard Ogunsanya hosted the Royal Majesties across the State and other notable personalities from all works of life. This and more were done in his residence to celebrate 10 years of ascending the throne of his forefathers.

The programme which was under the anchor of "Omo Iya Onipanla", and the former information Commissioner in Lagos State, Otunba Ayodele Elesho, saw the likes of His Royal Majesties, Oba Kabir Shotobi, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu, who was ably represented by his amiable wife, Olori Shotobi, Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, Oba Semiudeen Orimadegun Kasali, Ranodu of Imota, Oba Ajibade Agoro, Elemoro, Oba Adebayo Afolabi, the Noforija, Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja and Oba Kazeem Gbadamosi, the Ologijo of Ogijo.

Among the guests were the former deputy Governor of Lagos State, Prince Abiodun Ogunleye, member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Nurudeen Sholaja-Saka, Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini and the group of Otunbas, led by Otunba Ayodele Elesho.

Others were the Regents of Ijede and Ipakodo, the Oba-elect in Ijede, Prince Hassan Adefarasin, Chief Tokunbo Adams, the Iyaloja general of Ikorodu, Alhaja Taofikat Allison, High Chiefs from Ikorodu, Igbogbo, Ijede, Ibeshe and the league of Baales.

In his remarks, Oba Richard Ogunsanya thanked the guests for honouring his invitation and said the anniversary was decided to go on low key because of the innocent souls killed by Badoo in Ibeshe land.

He used the avenue to thank those who stood by him before and during his reign. He affirmed that his polical influence brought Ibeshe land the good road.

He therefore appealed for calm and encourage the residents of Ibeshe to furnish the security operatives with helpful information.

SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, MegaXpression Magazine

IGBOGBO/BAIYEKU INFO MAGAZINE. PRESS RELEASE. | Shakiru Seidu. NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF NOMENCLATURE.

It is our pleasure and greatest honour to have been identified with our esteemed followers both in season and off season. We are indeed grateful for your invaluable interest displayed towards our Media Organization. Your unquantifiable supports that you accorded us over the years will forever remain indelible and unforgettable in our heart. We really value every bit of your cooperation, supports and love for Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine.

However, our Media Outlet has acquired a unique and dynamic name and shall NOW be known and address as "MegaXpression Magazine". This is in a bid to widen our scope in order to acquaint the people with first hand information. Moreover, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info is not dead but will NOW become a monthly published Newspaper.

Furthermore, it will be of great interest for us to keep you abreast of what MegaXpression Magazine stands for. It is a Print Media of reputable standard which aimed at airing the voice of the downtrodden and the achievements of great numbers of people of how they rose from dunghill to stardom. It equally focuses on getting the people informed of the happenings in politics, sports, education, entertainments and other events within and outside Ikorodu Division.

Nevertheless, with all sense of humility, we would communicate to you soon on the date of our Maiden Anniversary, when the official unveiling of our new name and the launching of the "Historical Biography of the Legends in Ikorodu Division" will be unveiled.

While anticipating for your mutual understanding and continuous partnership, kindly accept the assurances of our highest regards.

Together, we will Make Ikorodu Division Great!

Signed:
SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, MegaXpression Magazine
The source of GENUINE information

"ARE WE NOT PART OF LAGOS STATE?" RESIDENTS OF OFFIN/ORETA COMMUNITY CRY OUT LOUD TO AMBODE. | Shakiru Seidu.

The residents of Oreta/Offin in Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA are lamenting and crying out to Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on the deplorable conditions of Oreta and Offin roads which had made life unbearable for the residents while their roads have suddenly become death traps. This was established when Igbogbo Info Magazine visited the communities recently.

A cross section of distraught residents and community leaders lamented their plights while drawing the attention of the Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine, Mr Shakiru Seidu, to the parlous state of the roads.

The anguished residents pleaded with the Lagos State authority to fix the dilapidated roads in order to make life meaningful to them. "life has become nightmare to the residents of Offin and Oreta as a result of the bad road", Baale Offin-Ile, Chief Alimi explained.

He said "it is almost a hopeless situation because driving on this Offin road has been hellish for residents, especially those who work in the city. Whenever it rains, motorists would park their cars and trek home. People would trek for about 2 hours to Igbogbo. Vehicles were usually damaged and it has practically become impossible to access the neighboring communities".

It was gathered that the dilapidated condition of the roads has equally affected security of lives and property in the communities. In most cases when there is emergency security situation, Police cannot access the scene because their vehicles will either get trapped or damaged by craters and pot holes that litter the roads.

The Chairman, Offin/Oreta Joint CDA, Otunba Hameed, applauded the good work of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode on his commitment on roads in Lagos State and implored him to extend his caring habit to Offin/Oreta roads.

SHAKIRU SEIDU.
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine.
The source to GENUINE information

THE REGULAR GRIDLOCK AT IGBOGBO: DAINI WARNED THE TRADERS TO VACATE THE SIDE ROAD. | Shakiru Seidu.

The executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini, yesterday evening, 11th of August, 2017, made a surprise visit to those trading in front of the Council Secretariat and Igbogbo Motor Park.

According to the information gathered by Igbogbo/Bayeku Info Magazine, the traders partially complied with the Chairman's directives to vacate the side road as the Secretary of Oloja, Mrs Anibaba (Iya Oke) allegedly gave a counter directives to the traders to resume their trading by the road side whenever the Council has closed for duty.

This was said to have prompted the Chairman to yield to people's petition to visit the scene yesterday by 8:30pm.

The Chairman addressed the traders one after the other on the pains they are inflicting on the people and the risk attached to selling on the road side. He therefore warned them before taking legal action against them. He also called for an emergency meeting with the leadership of Igbogbo Taxi Park at his office today by 4pm to synergize on how to ensure free flow of traffic on Obafemi Awolowo way, Igbogbo.

SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine
The genuine VOICE of Ikorodu Division

FAMILIARIZATION TOUR AND PARLEY: IGBOGBO/BAIYEKU CDC HOSTS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE. | Shakiru Seidu. "We are aimed at ensuring proper and transparent auditory of the CDC and CDAs" Alhaji Tajudeen Quadri. "We will effect smooth collaboration with the CDAs", Council head.

On Friday 11th of August, 2017, Igbogbo community witnessed yet another feat of synergy and familiarization among the CDC, CDAs and Community Development Advisory Council Executive under the leadership of the Special Adviser to Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode, Mr Kehinde Bamigbetan, to ensure transparency and adequate accountability in running the affairs of the CDC and CDAs.

The event which was officially covered by Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine, was kick started with the opening prayer from Alhaji Issa Gbadamosi before the CDC Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Elder Mudashiru Olowu gladly welcomed all the guests.

Afterwards, the Vice Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Mr Titilola Adegboyega continuously thanked the visitors as he graciously appreciated the presence of the Advisory Committee. He assured the committee of the delivery of their campaign promises. The Vice Chairman who ably represented the Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini, who was unavoidably absent, said "we solicit for the cooperation of the good people of Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA to enable us extend the dividend of democracy to all."

Furthermore, Mrs Taiwo Benson, a crew member from the Advisory Committee explained the reasons for their visit. She said, "we are determined to uphold Governor Ambode's government of inclusion, to ascertain effective cordiality among the CDAs and the Local Councils". She also added that the Government and the CDCs have been in collaboration of unity of purpose to achieve laudable developmental goals in Lagos State.

However, Mr Kehinde Bamigbetan who was ably represented by Alhaji Tajudeen Quadri, the SSA to Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, affirmed that the Advisory council's presence at Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA is aimed at ensuring proper and transparent auditory of the CDC and the CDAs. He said they were all out to ensure the authenticity of the oversight functions of the Council and how supportive it has been to the various associations.

Moreover, he said, "we want to be certain that the Council had been refurbishing them with their due subvention to the CDC." He thereafter enjoined the Leadership of the Neighborhood Safety Corp to be part of the subsequent meetings of the CDC. He also urged for voluntary minded people in community service rendering, while the CDAs should ensure adequate protection of government properties in their areas. Alhaji Quadri did not hesitate to emphatically enjoined everyone to be duty bound to regularly pay their dues.

Nevertheless, the former CDC Chairman, Alh. Issa Gbadamosi complained of the unavailability of basic facilities that will enhance the smooth running of the CDC. He said, "our CDC cannot boast of Vehicle and CDC's Office. The Council has not been fair to the CDC in its Administration".

Although, he applauded the HOA, Alhaja Folashade Usman, for her relentless efforts to ensure that the right things are done. He therefore entreated for the full payment of the Over 4years subvention by the Council. He further added that the 240 CDAs in Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA needs government's support.

The Vice Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Mr Titilola Adegboyega who represented the Chairman, again stood up to apologize on behalf of the previous administration on how the CDAs might have been treated unfairly. He gave a thumb up to the Head of Admin, Alhaja Uzman,  while he assured of a smooth administration.

He also assured that the issue of subvention will be resolved as a matter of urgency. Moreover, he also ascertained that the Council is working assiduously on the construction of more offices and promised that the CDC will be considered. The Vice Chairman also promised to facilitate effective cordiality between the HOD, Mrs Oshodi, Agric department and the CDAs.

On the closing remarks, the CDC Secretary, Mr Michael Ogunlana, applauded the patience of the participants and wished Advisory Committee a safe journey to their various destinations.

SHAKIRU SEIDU.
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine
The genuine VOICE of Ikorodu Division

"KEEP IGBOGBO/BAIYEKU LCDA CLEAN OR LEAVE", DAINI FROWN AT RESIDENTS. | Shakiru Seidu.

The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Comrade Olusesan Daini, on Thursday, 10th of August, 2017, came out in a convoy with the five Councillors, HOA, Alhaja Folashade Uzman, HOD Environment and other top management staff to clean the environment.

The exercise started from the Council Secretariat through the Adeboruwa Palace and Oba Molaja Ogunlewe Road, down to opposite Paul Palmer street, Igbogbo.

When the Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine, Mr Shakiru Seidu engaged the Chairman in a brief interview, Daini appealed to the residents of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA and Lagosians at large not to relinquish the duty of cleaning the environment to the government alone.
He implored the CDAs to guide against unlawful dumping of refuse on any ground which might result to outbreak of epidemics.

He however applauded Governor Akinwunmi Ambode for his decency of purpose and tenacity in making Lagos State better for all and sundry.

Daini further condemned the death trap at opposite Paul Palmer street Igbogbo and assured that the Council will come up with palliative measure to guide against accident. He insisted to consult the Ministry of Physical Planning on the structures used to block the drainage.

The Head of Admin., Alhaja Uzman Folashade and the DG, Daini Campaign group, Mr Adewale Bolowotan, implored the residents through Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine, to abide by the environmental laws and not to wait for the law enforcement agents to be on their neck before cleaning their surroundings.

SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine
The genuine VOICE of Ikorodu Division