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"N2.733bn Monthly, Yet Nothing to Show”: Igando/Ikotun Youths Call Out Council Chairman

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Youths in Igando/Ikotun LCDA have accused the leadership of their local council of failing to deliver development projects that match the council’s federal allocation, despite the area reportedly receiving N2.733 billion monthly. In an official statement released Saturday, the group, under the name Igando/Ikotun Concern Youths, said they were “compelled to express our deep disappointment and frustration with the current state of governance in Igando/Ikotun LCDA.” The group noted that Alimosho LGA gets N2.733 billion monthly from the Federation Account, and argued that with six LCDAs under it, each—including Igando/Ikotun—should be entitled to about N455 million monthly. This, they said, is aside from internally generated revenue within Igando/Ikotun. “Regrettably, our community continues to suffer from deplorable roads, inadequate electricity, substandard education, and a lack of essential services,” the statement read. The youths contrasted their situation with other counc...
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2027 RACE HEATS UP IN KOSOFE AS ABBEY CHECHE, TOYIN BALOGUN DECLARE AMBITIONS ~Owokoya eyes House of Reps ticket, Balogun joins Lagos Assembly contest in Kosofe II

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The political atmosphere in Kosofe is gathering pace ahead of the APC primary elections in May 2026 as two prominent All Progressives Congress figures, Abiodun Owokoya and Toyin Balogun, formally declared their ambitions for legislative seats.   Abiodun Owokoya, popularly known as Abbey Cheche, has joined the race for the House of Representatives in Kosofe Federal Constituency. Owokoya is not new to the contest. He vied for the APC House of Representatives ticket in the 2023 primaries, building a strong grassroots network across federal constituency.   A businessman and community mobilizer, Abbey Cheche is well known for youth empowerment programmes and constituency outreach.  In a related development, Toyin Balogun has declared interest in the Lagos State House of Assembly race for Kosofe Constituency II. Balogun is a familiar face in APC circles within the constituency. He contested for the APC Assembly ticket in 2023 and also sought the chairmansh...
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HAMZAT VISITS SENATOR ADEFUYE TO CONSULT ON GOVERNORSHIP AMBITION~Obanikoro, Mutiu Are, Bode Oyedele accompany deputy governor to Somolu meeting

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Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, visited Senator Anthony Adefuye in Somolu to consult on his governorship ambition ahead of the 2027 elections.   Hamzat was accompanied by some of the leading lights in Lagos State politics, including Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, Alhaji Mutiu Are, Chief Bode Oyedele, and other stakeholders drawn from across the state.   The delegation was received by Senator Adefuye at his residence in the company of selected Somolu Federal Constituency leaders. Those present included Asipa Adedoyin Banjo, Elder Peter Oyewusi, Hon. Ademola Olisa, Hon. Abiodun Orekoya, and other party chieftains from the constituency.   The meeting, held behind closed doors, lasted over an hour. Attendees described the atmosphere as cordial, with wide-ranging discussions on party unity, zoning sentiments, and the future of Lagos under the APC.   In his remarks, Dr. Hamzat anchored his ambition on continuity and consol...
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HAMZAT CONSULTS OTUNBA ‘BUSH’ ALEBIOSU ON GUBERNATORIAL AMBITION ~Emotional meeting highlights generational ties as deputy governor widens 2027 outreach

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Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has held a consultation visit with elder statesman Otunba Busura Ishola Adedeji Alebiosu, popularly known as “Bush” Alebiosu, regarding his ambition to become the next Governor of Lagos State.   The meeting took place at the Mende residence of Otunba Alebiosu and was described by attendees as warm and reflective. Sources said the conversation moved beyond politics to family history, loyalty, and service to Lagos.   At one point, Baba Bush was moved to tears as he recalled fond memories he shared with the late father of Dr. Hamzat, Oba Mufutau Olatunji Hamzat. The elder statesman spoke about decades of political partnership with the Hamzat family, noting that their ties cut across generations and predated the current democratic dispensation.   Otunba Alebiosu, a respected APC leader and longtime political figure in Lagos East Senatorial District, listened carefully as Dr. Hamzat l...
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SANWO-OLU APPOINTS BROADCASTER PRINCE IBRAHIM LADÉGA SSA ON POLITICAL MOBILIZATION, STRATEGY ~Ace MC, former Gbajabiamila aide joins Lagos governor’s team ahead of 2027 cycle

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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Prince Ibrahim Kehinde Ladéga, ace broadcaster and master of ceremony, as Senior Special Assistant on Political Mobilization and Strategy.   The appointment, which takes immediate effect, was confirmed in a letter from the Office of the Governor on Friday. Ladéga is expected to support the governor’s political engagement across Lagos, coordinate stakeholder outreach, and help shape strategic communication with party structures and community leaders.   Prince Ladéga is a well-known voice in Lagos media and events circles. As a broadcaster and compere, he has anchored major state functions, corporate events, and political rallies for over a decade. His style and grassroots appeal have made him a familiar figure in APC political circuits in the Southwest.   Before this appointment, Ladéga served as Special Assistant on Political Matters, South West, to the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt....
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REMI ODUNSI EMERGES A STRONG CONTENDER IN KOSOFE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RACE~Entrepreneur and APC stakeholder cited for grassroots impact as 2027 discussions build

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Mrs. Remi Odunsi has emerged a strong contender in the race for who represents Kosofe Federal Constituency in 2027, as attention shifts toward aspirants with records of capacity and grassroots delivery.   The entrepreneur, institution builder, and community development advocate is drawing interest across wards in Kosofe, Ikosi-Isheri, and Agboyi-Ketu. A committed stakeholder within the All Progressives Congress, Odunsi has aligned her work with national development, economic inclusion, and grassroots empowerment. Her approach to leadership rests on a principle she repeats across forums: governance must go beyond rhetoric to deliver measurable impact in the daily lives of citizens.   Her case as a contender is built on practical initiatives and structured interventions. She is the founder of five platforms with footprints in enterprise, agriculture, real estate, and leadership development. They include Eridan Group, a venture-building platform advancing en...
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THE QUIET SURGE: REMI ODUNSI JOINS KOSOFE REPS RACE AS DARK HORSE ~Second-time aspirant banks on skills, enterprise, and grassroots to challenge Ogbara, Osinowo for APC ticket

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By Olusegun Apena  In the unfolding contest for the All Progressives Congress ticket in Kosofe Federal Constituency, a familiar name is re-entering the field with a different kind of momentum.   Mrs. Oluremi Oluwalogbon Odunsi, nation-building entrepreneur and venture builder, has declared her aspiration for the House of Representatives, Kosofe Federal Constituency, ahead of the 2027 general elections.   She comes into the race as an underdog. Party watchers say she may yet be the dark horse to steal the show.   Odunsi will square up against incumbent Hon. Kafilat Ogbara and former Agboyi-Ketu LCDA chairman Mayor Dele Osinowo in the APC primary. Both are formidable: Ogbara holds the seat and federal committee leverage; Osinowo commands a ward-level machine built over eight years in office.   Yet Odunsi’s aspiration is gradually gaining grassroots support across Kosofe, Ikosi-Isheri, and Agboyi-Ketu. In politics, never say never. H...
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OGUNLEWE INSPECTS ONABANJO STREET PROJECT, TASKS RESIDENTS ON SANITATION*~Kosofe LG Chairman Promises Ifako Residents Intervention on Ajayi Aina, others

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The Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government, Barrister Moyosore Ogunlewe, on Friday inspected the ongoing reconstruction of Onabanjo Street, Oworonshoki, as the project nears completion with contractors laying the Interlocking blocks.   Ogunlewe, who was joined by the council’s Supervisor, councilors, engineers, and community leaders, expressed satisfaction with the quality and pace of work on the road, describing it as a “critical intervention” for residents and businesses in Oworonshoki.     The chairman used the visit to engage some residents and traders along the corridor, warning against practices that undermine public infrastructure. He specifically urged them to desist from dumping refuse in drains, displaying wares on walkways, and cooking on setbacks.  Ogunlewe also sent a direct message to residents of Ifako community, assuring them that his administration has prioritized road rehabilitation in the area. He specifically mentioned...
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STAKEHOLDER FAULTS THIRD-TERM PUSH FOR MILE 12 MARKET LEADER SAMPAM~Mujaheed Salam Alleges Plot to Amend Constitution, Warns of Legal Resistance

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  By Olusegun Apena   A stakeholder in the Mile 12 International Market, Mujaheed Salam, has condemned what he described as “growing calls” for the market leader, Shehu Jubril Usman, popularly known as SAMPAM, to seek a third term in office as his current tenure winds down.   In a post on his Facebook page titled _No Smoke Without Fire_, Salam argued that the move violates the market’s existing constitution and warned that any attempt to impose a third term would be “vigorously and legally resisted by all legitimate stakeholders.”   “It is troubling that the market continues to be governed by a questionable ‘kangaroo’ constitution that itself requires thorough scrutiny by legal experts,” Salam wrote. “Even under the existing constitution, the stipulated term limit is two tenures of five years each. The sudden push to amend this constitution to accommodate one individual raises serious red flags.”   Salam alleged that the proposed ...
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SUPPORTERS DEFEND FEMI SAHEED’S RECORD AFTER ‘QUIET LAWMAKER’ QUERY ~Cite Free School Buses, Roads, Water Projects, Legislative Work as Proof of Performance*

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By Olusegun Apena  Supporters of Hon. Femi Saheed, lawmaker representing Kosofe Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, have pushed back against a recent news piece questioning whether the “quiet lawmaker” has done enough to earn a another term, citing his free student transport scheme, infrastructure projects, and legislative record.   The responses followed a story by Kosofe Reporters titled: “Femi Saheed Question: Has the Quiet Lawmaker Done Enough to Earn Another Term?”_ which referenced a stadium project and three roads as his major achievements.   “He Is Not a Noise Maker”   One supporter, writing anonymously, said Saheed “is not a noise maker” and pointed to a transport initiative running for over five years. “He has been given free ride to primary and secondary students from Ajegunle, Mile 12 to Maryland and you know what it takes to do that,” the supporter wrote, urging verification.   Modinat Emdee, who ide...
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