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Building Awareness: The Role of Community Development in Protecting Young Girls- Buldr. Daini Spellsout Boys’ Protection.

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By Araba, Olawale Enifenilanfe: The Community Development Committee (CDC) under the administrative office of the distinguished Chairman, Comrade Buldr. Olusesan Mayokun Daini, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA) and its Legislative Arm has organised advocacy and sensitization against gender-based violence and sexual abuse of adolescent and teenage girls in the age range of Twelve (12) through Sixteen (16) years old to empower them for their individual protections and consciousness across the society for the rightful living of the people yesterday, on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 at Igbogbo/Baiyeku lcda secretariate, 27, Obafemi Awolowo way, Igbogbo, Lagos State, Nigeria. This programme encompasses over Three Hundred Forty (340) communities, which are sectioned into Ten (10) zones under the “Community Development Committee (CDC)” to foster girls’ child protection in the entire axis. Over Seventy-Five (75) girls child participated and were impacted with knowledgeable ori...

Key Points from the Amendment of the Lagos State Law on Local Government Administration.

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Edited. Among other amendments, I have found these to be some of the key areas that have generated debates from different quarters before the release of these consolidated amendments. 1. There remain 20 LG as recognised by the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 2. There shall be 37 Area Administrative Councils, formerly recognised as Local Council Development Areas (LCDA). 3. To head each Area Administrative Council, an Administrative Secretary shall be appointed by the Governor subject to confirmation by the Lagos State House of Assembly. 4. The functions of the Area Administrative Council shall include; a. Every duty of the Local Government in its area of delineation. b. Any duty assigned by the Law of the House c. Executive Directive from Governor of the State. 5. The State shall maintain a special account, to be called the State Joint Local Government Account into which will be paid, all allocations from the Federation Account and the Government of the State. 6. The fo...

Historic Moment: Babajimi Benson Unveils Agbede Road in Ikorodu-West, Commission By Oba Shotobi.

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By Araba, Olawale Enifenilanfe: Hon. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, MHR, Member, Federal House of Representatives, Chairman, House Committee on Defense Representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency has commissioned Jokogbola Road, Agbede Olunla, under the administration of Executive Chairman, Hon. Sulaimon Kazeem Olanrewaju (SKO), and the Legislative Councilorship of Hon. Tejumaiye Adeyanju Julius, Councilor representing “Ward D”, Ajaguro, Ikorodu-west LCDA yesterday, on Saturday, October 26th, 2024 at Fanta junction, Ajaguro, Ikorodu-west LCDA, Lagos State, Nigeria for the convenience of the people. The road was acknowledged by the Ikorodu Division APC Apex Leader and member Lagos State Governance Advisory Council, Prince Abiodun Ogunleye and pronouncely commissioned by His Royal Majesty, Oba (Engr.) Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, Hrm, the Adegorunshen V, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom. Lagos State GAC member, Prince Abiodun Ogunleye in his speech commended Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson for his ...

Rural Communities Light Up as Transformer Installation Brings Consistent Power Supply- Hon. (Dr.) Nurudeen Agbaje Facilitates.

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  Edited By Araba, Olawale Enifenilanfe: Residents of rural communities in Ikorodu expressed relief as the Office of Rural Development within the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs, and Rural Development facilitated the installation of two transformers to enhance electricity supply in Yologbo Estate and Alagbe Communities. During the installation ceremony,  Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje , Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, articulated that these transformers would service over 400 households, aligning with the efforts of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu to transform rural areas into semi-urban communities. This initiative is part of the broader vision to establish Lagos State as a 21st Century Economy. Dr. Agbaje reaffirmed the State Government’s dedication to delivering the benefits of democracy to grassroots communities through the T.H.E.M.E.S. Plus Agenda. He urged residents to take ownership of the facilities and ensure their protection f...

A Remarkable Journey: Anwar-ul Islam Movement Set To Marks 68 Years Anniversary.

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By Araba, Olawale Enifenilanfe: The Anwar-ul Islam Movement of Nigeria, Ikorodu Mission is pleased to announce the commemoration of its 68th Anniversary, featuring an Award Ceremony to honour influential religious leaders, Fathers, Mothers, Brothers, and Sisters in Islam across the Ikorodu division. The event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 27th, 2024, at The Anwar-ul Islam Movement Mosque, Oke-Oriya Division, 9, Ganiu Alejo Street, off Jumofak Bus-stop, Oke-Oriya, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. The program will commence promptly at 11 a.m. We extend our warm invitation to all interested individuals and look forward to a meaningful and celebratory gathering. LaRoyal Global CommunityNews: Copyright (c) 2024.

Birthday Greetings To The Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom- Rep. Jimi Benson Felicitate.

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I heartily felicitate His Royal Majesty, Oba (Barr.) AbdulSemiu Orimadegun Kasali, Adeboruwa of Igbogbo Kingdom, on the occasion of his birthday. Your Majesty’s unique blend of wisdom, compassion, and vision has fostered unprecedented growth, unity, and progress in the Igbogbo kingdom. As you mark this significant milestone, I pray that the Almighty grants you continued vitality, wisdom, and joy. May your reign continue to be blessed with peace, prosperity, and happiness. Happy birthday, Kabiyesi Rep. Babajimi Benson, MHR Copied. LaRoyal Global CommunityNews .

BUILDING RESILIENCE: CISLAC & OSF HOST COMMUNITY SECURITY ARCHITECTURE DIALOGUES.

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  By Araba, Olawale Enifenilanfe: The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), in partnership with the Open Society Foundation (OSF), convened the second phase of Community Security Architecture Dialogues on Early Warning and Early Response at Amber Residence, 16 Esugbayi St, Ikeja GRA, Lagos on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 for the promotion of inclusive participation in Community Security Architecture system and dialogues, to harness communal support for efficient functionality of Early Warning and Early Response structure. The objective was to address the challenges impeding the development of community resilience against threats in various southwest communities. The second phase of the event aimed to engage participants in a collaborative effort to devise solutions to these challenges, “ Acknowledging that as communities grow, the associated risks also increase “. The dialogue focused on presenting a charter of demands to think tanks, outlining the opportunities, cha...