Kosofe Reporters

Oworonshoki residents took to the streets today to protest the demolition of buildings in their community, blocking a section of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos.  The protesters, who were displaced by the demolition, expressed their grievances with placards that read "Stop demolishing our houses" and "Give us back our lands and houses". The demolition, which was carried out by the Lagos State Government, affected several buildings in the Oworonshoki area, leaving many residents without homes. The government had cited concerns over the safety and environmental impact of the buildings as the reason for the demolition. The protest caused heavy traffic on the Third Mainland Bridge, with many motorists and passengers stranded. The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, and other officers were deployed to the scene to maintain order. .

Contrary to widespread reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had ordered the suspension of the demolition of buildings in Ojulari community, Oworonshoki for two weeks, the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has continued the demolition exercise of the area, leaving many residents homeless. The suspension order, which was reportedly issued following the intervention of Hon. Sanni Okanlawon, the lawmaker representing Kosofe constituency 1, appears to have been a hoax. According to one of the affected residents, who expressed frustration and disappointment at the government's actions, Mrs. Grace Familusi, the entire area has now been demolished, except for a Celestial Church and Oworonshoki Police Station. The demolition, which began at 2 am on Saturday, was carried out with the aid of bulldozers and RRS officers, who allegedly woke residents and gave them only 5 minutes to pack their belongings. The chaotic scene was further exacerbated by the us...

In a bid to uplift the socio-economic well-being of his constituents, the immediate past member of the House of Representatives, Kosofe federal constituency, Hon. (Prince) Rotimi Agunsoye, mni, has empowered 100 youths and women with various starter packs on local delicacies and cash donations. The empowerment programme, which followed a week-long training in local delicacies, culminated in the presentation of empowerment materials to the beneficiaries at the constituency office of the former lawmaker at Kujore Street, Ojota on Friday. Each beneficiary received a generous package consisting of ₦100,000 cheque, a 16kg bag of beans, 16kg bag of rice, 8kg bag of garri, a 6kg gas cylinder, a tuber of yam, 750ml of groundnut oil, and cooking utensils. The beneficiaries, comprising youths and women from Kosofe federal constituency, expressed profound gratitude to Hon. Agunsoye for the training and empowerment. They praised his commi...

In an effort at addressing the water supply challenges faced by Muslim High School, Sagamu (Sabo Area), the Rotaract Club District 9112 on Thursday March 20, 2025, handed over for public use a rehabilitated borehole facility. The event, was attended by the school management, students, and other stakeholders. The borehole rehabilitation project was undertaken to restore access to clean and safe drinking water for students and staff, improve sanitation and hygiene within the school environment, reduce dependence on alternative and often unsafe water sources, and enhance the overall learning conditions for students. The commissioning ceremony commenced with an opening prayer, followed by a welcome address from the school's principal, who expressed gratitude for the initiative. Rotr. Simeon briefed the audience on how the project was conceived, while District Rotaract Representative, Rotr. Fathia Adekeye, highlighted the importance of the project in ...

In a bid to uplift the lives of indigent residents of Oworonshoki Community, the Dave & Kirty's Care Foundation organized an empowerment programme and medical outreach on Sunday, coinciding with the birthday celebration of its founder, Engr. Dr. Olusegun Dave. The event, which took place at the Muslim Primary School playground in Oworoshoki, witnessed the presentation of empowerment tools, such as grinding machines, sewing machines, and hairdryers, to beneficiaries aimed at enhancing their economic well-being. Additionally, packs of food items were distributed to attendees who were selected from the CDAs in the Oworonshoki Community. The foundation also presented free prosthetic limbs to physically challenged individuals to restore hope and mobility to their lives. In a further demonstration of its commitment to the community's welfare, the foundation provided free medical check-ups to residents, promoting health and wellness within the c...

The 4th Assembly of the Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN) Lagos State Chapter was on Thursday, inaugurated at the Galaxy Events Center Ojota, Lagos.  The National Deputy Majority leader, Amb. Musbaudeen, representing the National Speaker of YAN, officiated the dissolution of the 3rd Assembly which drew the curtain on the tenure of Oluwatobi Agbetan and heralded Adedayo Adebogun as the 4th Assembly speaker. While inaugurating the 4th Assembly, Amb. Musbaudeen urged the principal officers to see their appointments as call to service, charging to them to be diligent in their responsibilities and also to be the voice of the oppressed youth in their communities. The event which had in attendance Youth from across Lagos State was graced by dignitaries such as Omoba Adeyinka Oyediran, CEO Cafe 18 Logistics and Services and Hon. Atewogboye, the Senior Special Assistant on Sport to Lagos State Governor, among others. In his inaugural address, Rt. Hon. Adebo...