Ikorodu Division Youth Voice

The Igbega Ikorodu Movement in partnership with Igbega Ikorodu North group has commenced free medical outreach for the Agbede Communities in Ward E1 Ikorodu North Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.   Speaking during the flag-off of the exercise at the Agbede Community Town Hall, Ward E1, the Convener, Igbega Ikorodu Movement, Dr Samson Bisiriyu, said the movement provided the technical support, the logistics and finances for the program.He noted that the medical outreach, which is a complement of the Lagos State Government efforts in IleraEko has witnessed a large turnout due to awareness and trust of quality services offered during some the outreach embarked upon by the movement. In his remark, the Coordinators of the exercise, Dr. Mrs. Anita Nse Oyekoya said that the movement which started the initiative in February, 2024, consisting of youths and young professionals from Ikorodu contributed from their income to offer various services to the people

The IgbegaEko Project it's mandate to ensure academic excellence across Ikorodu North LCDA visited all Government Senior Secondary Schools in the Ikorodu North local council development area. The Convener, Dr. Samson Bisiriyu has charged the students(SSS3) on the need to shun all forms of societal ills/distractions in order to ensure they succeed in their academics.  He said the future of Ikorodu North LCDA, Lagos State and Nigeria as a country at large depends on the level of academic prowess and problem solving skills of today's learners.  He advised the learners to take responsibility for the good or poor performances of their academic journey in public examinations such as the West African Examination Certificate (WAEC) and the National Examination Council (NECO) examinations. “Government, on its part, is doing everything possible to provide the enabling environment for you to perform your functions as learners. The government has been magnanimous en

On this Occasion of Eid-Ul-Fitri festivity, I wish all Muslim faithfuls happy celebration for the sacrifices, endurance, patience, generosity and steadfastness all through the 30 days.  May the joy it brings lighten up our dark paths and the love we share, bind us together as one. May the Nur of Allah brighten our lives, blot away all our sins known and unknown, remove all our worries, keep our homes, answer all our silent request and ultimately crown our efforts with Aljannah Fir'daus. Eid Mubarak!!!!

"The Boss of all Bosses, Friend, Mentor, Jinx-breaking and five star performing Lawmaker, Our champion of road infrastructures, the man of the people, our own Ikorodu JB and Member Representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency in Nigeria’s House of Representatives. "Your impactful performance as a five-star lawmaker has amplified the aphorism that, 'it is the man who makes the office and not the office who makes the man'. "As you commence another 365 days journey, I pray God Almighty to bless your new age, elevate your status and ferry you to your Eldorado. "For us at Igbega Ikorodu Movement, your action as a leader has inspired us to dream more, learn more, do more and become more. Have a fulfilled celebration, Sir!"

The Lagos State Government has announced a ban on single-use plastics and Styrofoam packs, popularly called 'takeaways', with "immediate effect." The state's Commissioner, Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. The statement added that the State's Commissioner, Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab has directed the Lagos Waste Management Authority and the Kick Against Indiscipline to immediately commence the implementation of the ban. It read, "He asked the two agencies to clamp down on all the production companies and distribution outlets for Styrofoam in the state to prevent further distribution. "The Commissioner advised producers, distributors, and end-users of these styrofoam packs to take the ban seriously and find alternatives or risk heavy fines, and other penalties including sealing of their premises." Wahab advised consumers a

The Igbega Ikorodu Movement (I.I.M) has congratulated the Director-General, iCare Foundation, Mayor Deen Sanwoola on his appointment by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos state as the new Executive Assistant on Lagos State Parking Authority. In his congratulatory message to DG Mayor Deen Sanwoola, the Convener of Igbega Ikorodu Movement, Dr. Samson Bisiriyu described the appointment of Deen as one of the best decisions ever. He said Deen Sanwoola would do well as Executive Assistant and thanked Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for finding him worthy. He charged the newly appointed Executive Assistant to bring onboard his exceptional skills, dedication, commitment and unwavering commitment to public service in his new role. He said “With joy I congratulate our dear DG, mentor, and leader, Deen Sanwoola over his recent appointment as the Executive Assistant on Parking Authority to the Governor of Lagos State by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu”. Photospeaks: M

The Convener of Igbega Ikorodu Movement(I.I.M) and the Pioneer Executive Director of Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative (I.D.Y.I), Dr. Samson Bisiriyu has put out an official notice to the general public on the change of his official picture. This was necessitated by the numerous attempts of cybercriminals to take charge of his social media handles for malicious use. "Here is my official 2024 Display Picture. For those who are being trying to hack my account, just know that you can only be trying you will never succeed by God Grace.  Dear families and friends,   kindly note that, I will never call or text anyone to send emergency money to me or any relatives, for those who know my personality will definitely understand this.  Odun Ayo ni amase oo." #OLUWAGBEMIGA

The Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative congratulates Board Member and pioneer Executive Director, Samson Bisiriyu over honorary Doctorate Award The executive team of IDYI, a leading youth-led non governmental organization in Lagos State, congratulates Dr.  Samson Bisiriyu, on his Honorary Doctorate Degree in Public Administration from Ultimate University of Science and Technology, Republic of Benin. Dr. Samson was honoured for his obviously outstanding performance in leadership, youth advocacy and community service. We congratulate him on his Honorary Doctorate Degree. This deserving feat alludes to his exemplary leadership within the development and civic space and his immense contribution toward building human capacity development. May this achievement catalyze greater changes in his sphere. Courtesy: Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative

The Convener of Igbega Ikorodu Movement, Comrade Samson Bisiriyu has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Ultimate University of Science and Technology, Republic of Benin. Comrade Samson Bisiriyu who is also a former aspirant of Ikorodu consistuency 1 at the Lagos State State House of Assembly in the last 2023 general elections was awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Public Administration during the Convocation ceremony of the prestigious University in the Republic of Benin. Dr. Samson Bisiriyu who had been one of the topmost voices clamoring for the development of Ikorodu was awarded the degree in Public Administration for his unrivaled urge for the growth of his community. In a joint congratulatory message by the executive members of Igbega Ikorodu Movement, the organization saluted it's Convener on this current achievement, noting that this didn't come as a surprise because Dr. Samson Bisiriyu is known as someone poised for excellence.  

WAEC is set to conduct examinations for Private Candidates on Computer-Based. The West African Examination Council (WAEC) in a statement on Monday, said the innovation will begin with its 2024 mock SSCE to be held next February. WAEC said the objective tests will be fully computer-based while the essay and test of practical papers will be hybrid. For the examinations, the council said questions will be delivered on screen and candidates will write answers on paper booklets. "In line with global best practices, the Nigeria National Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) wishes to inform the general public, and all its stakeholders, that it has concluded plans to migrate its WASSCE for Private Candidates Examination Diets from Paper and Pencil Test to Computer Based Examination (CBE),” the statement signed by Moyosola Adesina, the acting head, public affairs unit of WAEC, reads in part. “Furthermore, the examination will be conducted in urban centres/cities and candi

Members and leaders of Igbega Ikorodu Movement have congratulated Lagos State Commissioner of Agriculture, Ms. Abisola Olusanya on her emergence as Ikorodu Role Model at the OGA 2023 celebration. The movement in a statement signed by the Convener, Samson Bisiriyu expressed that the new feat attained by the Honourable Commissioner is a testament of her political tact and social sagacity in her service to the development of Ikorodu division and Lagos state at large. The commissioner who was decorated as Ikorodu Role Model, OGA Award 2023 by HRM Oba Engr. Kabri Adewale Shotobi (The Ayangburen of Ikorodu) has truly served as role model to many young lads in Ikorodu. We say a very big CONGRATULATIONS to our Dear Sister.   Ikorodu Division is always proud of you.   May God continue to honor you strengthen you more.

EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: IKORODU DIVISION YOUTH INITIATIVE (IDYI) REACHED OUT TO 1,100 GIRLS IN 6 SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN THE 6 LCDAS IN IKORODU DIVISION IN AN IMPACTFUL SCHOOL TOUR Ikorodu, Lagos State. In a week-long initiative that aimed to inspire, educate, and uplift young minds, Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative conducted a transformative school tour across Ikorodu Division from Monday, November 6th, to Friday, November 10th, 2023. The tour, organized in commemoration of the International Day of the Girl Child 2023, focused on crucial topics including menstrual health, education, and career aspirations. Reaching Hearts and Minds: During the tour, Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative reached out to 1,100 girls across 6 secondary schools in the 6 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of Ikorodu Division. The schools visited include: - Shams-El-Deen Junior Grammar School, Ikorodu Central - Majidun Junior Grammar School, Ikorodu West LCDA - Keme Balogun Junior Colle