Ikorodu Division Youth Voice

The respected traditional Rulers and Obas in Ikorodu Constituency 1 have rallied support and prayers for the man of the people, the man capable of changing the narratives, Hon. Samson Bisiriyu as he continues to consult with all stakeholders.  The traditional rulers reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the emergence of Samson Bisiriyu as the representative of Ikorodu Constituency 1 people in the hallowed chambers of Lagos State in 2023. THE JOURNEY THUS FAR: To God be the Glory. We have embarked on the journey, and we are making progressive strides as regards the support of relevant stakeholders and influencers. This journey has led us to meetings with necessary political leaders across Ikorodu Division, vis-à-vis community leaders for proper consultations. So far, we have paid homage to three(3) paramount rulers in Ikorodu Constituency 1, and received blessings to go and represent the youths' interests. The traditional rulers visited are: (1) HRM. Oba  Engr. Ka...

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and members within the Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Thursday, unanimously endorsed the candidacy of Samson Bisiriyu to run for the seat of Ikorodu Constituency 1 at the Lagos State House of Assembly on the platform of the party in 2023 general elections. The stakeholders made the endorsement and ratification at the General Assembly of the LCDA chapter of the APC, held in Ikorodu. The local council chapter of the APC also calls on all members of the party to give maximum and unflinching support to the candidacy of Samson Bisiriyu in order to ensure he emerge as the party's flag-bearer in the forthcoming party primary elections.  The party members and chieftains expressed their optimism for a better representation under the candidacy of Samson Bisiriyu for Ikorodu Constituency 1.

Acting upon intelligence provided by civic-minded Lagosians, operatives of the CP Special Squad of the Command stormed some cultists’ den in Isawo, Ikorodu on April 16, 2022.  The timely raid led to the arrest of some suspected cultists and recovery of 2 locally made single barrel pistols, four live cartridges, several assorted charms, berets and an award plaque.  The arrested suspects, Oluwaseun Michael 'm' 31yrs a.k.a Coded, Adedotun Jelili 'm' 25yrs, and Solomon Moses 'm' 22yrs have provided useful information to the Police.  The Lagos State Police Command uses this medium to call on parents, guardians, traditional/religious/political/youth leaders to prevail on the teeming youth population to shun cultism and other vices.  Suspects will be charged to court at the completion of investigation. 

Leaders of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Ikorodu branch have drummed supports for Prince Samson Bisiriyu as the candidate for the 2023 legislative elections in Lagos State. Samson Bisiriyu got the support during the group's annual event to commemorate the meeting of Jesus Christ at Galilee after His resurrection a day before. The programme held at the ferry terminal in Ebute, Ikorodu had several first class traditional rulers in Ikorodu in attendance. Prince Samson Bisiriyu reaffirmed his commitment to rewriting representation at the Lagos State House of Assembly come 2023 if elected as a candidate under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In his words; "quality legislative representation transcends the ability to move motions on the floor of the legislature.  "It is, crucially, also about proper linkage with the grass roots, attracting life-changing projects to constituencies. It involves appro...

Aspirant for Ikorodu Constituency 1 at the Lagos State House of Assembly in the 2023 general elections, Prince Samson Bisiriyu has extended his best wishes to Ikorodu Christians and others across Lagos State as they celebrate this year’s Easter, urging them to imbibe the lessons of sacrifice, love and peace that the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ signify. In a statement personally signed by the aspirant, he urged Christians to share the message of hope that Easter brings, with the full hope of a better Ikorodu. “This Easter, perhaps more than ever in our lifetime, around the world, the church turns and returns to God's extraordinary, amazing and unrestrained love for people everywhere. “To the Father who loves us so much that he gave Jesus his only son. To Jesus, who came down into our world, who lived like us in full humanity in lockdown in a human body. To Jesus, who gave himself to die for our sins so that we can live eternally for him and with him. “We gathe...

Samson Bisiriyu has paid a condolence visit to the family of late Alhaji Abideen Olukayode Anifowose who passed away earlier in the week. While speaking with one of the deceased children, Hon Segun Anifowose ( Former Sole Administrator Ikorodu West LCDA), Samson Bisiriyu eulogizes the late Apex leader of the APC in Ikorodu division. He stated that the likes of Baba is rare that Ikorodu has truly lost a rare gem. The death of Alhaji Anifowose came barely few months  after Ikorodu had lost three (3) of her prominent leaders.  The passing of the 82-year-old grassroots politician, interestingly, makes it the fourth time that Ikorodu Division will be bidding farewell to a political leader since the beginning of the year 2022. Alhaji Abideen Olukayode Anifowose, a leader of the ruling party in Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Alhaji Abideen Olukayode Anifowoshe died on Wednesday, April 13 at the age of 82. The remains of the lat...

As the 2023 general elections gets closer, group initiates call for equity and fairness to be applied in the process of electing representative for Ikorodu Constituency 1 at the Lagos State House of Assembly. The group citing the doctrine of "all-inclusiveness" explained the need for Ikorodu North and West to also present a representative after other regions in Ikorodu; Central and LG have all been represented between 1999 and 2019. Below is the historical evidence of various elected officers since the inception of the fourth republic at the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ikorodu Constituency 1; 🗣️🗣️🗣️Ikorodu Constituency I. (Ikorodu Central, Ikorodu North and Ikorodu West) House of Assembly: Ikorodu Constituency 1 short history from 1999 till date  1999-2003.. Hon. Ola Animashaun(Ikorodu LG).  2003- 2007.. Hon. Sunmi Odesanya( Ikorodu Central).  2007- 2011: Hon. SOB AGUNBIADE (Ikorodu Central)  2011- 2015: Hon. SOB AGUNBIADE (Ikorodu Centr...

NOTICE OF CHANGE IN BRAND REPRESENTATIONS It pleases us to inform the general public that our media team have developed new brand logos and designs to project the Sam-sun ambition in becoming a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly for Ikorodu Constituency 1. This new development is geared towards achieving an awesome campaign. The brand name may have changed but our motive of a good and effective representation, development, outspokeness, and all inclusiveness for the good people of Ikorodu remains unchanged. We apologise for any inconvenience(s) this change may have caused, and thank you all for your supports so far. You can keep in touch with us  @igbega_ikorodu on our social media pages (Twitter, Facebook and Instagram) Samson Bisiriyu is Coming out Stronger for Lagos State House of Assembly, Ikorodu Constituency  #NotTooYoungToRun #ReadyToRun #LAHA4Youth2023 #SureAgenda'23 #IgbegaIkorodu Omo Bisiriyu ni o SURE ju!!! Signed: * Ayodeji Akinrinlade * C.P....

Ikorodu Youths Set to celebrate Rep. Jimi Benson as he hits golden jubilee Youths across Ikorodu division have concluded plans to host their representative at the lower chamber of the National Assembly, Rep Babajimi Benson as he hits the golden age of 50.  Speaking about the plans recently, the convener of JB @ 50, Billiamin Olalekan Oba disclosed that young people in the division have come together to celebrate JB whom he described as a pacesetter and outstanding Leader for his amiable achievements since being elected by the good people of IKORODU.  Oba, who is also the Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria disclosed that Ikorodu youths are partnering with all major stakeholders especially the 30 elected councilors, the six LGA and LCDA chairmen as well as other youth based organizations to see that Jimi Benson is well celebrated.  “Over the years, Rep Babajimi Benson has dedicated himself to a li...

Dear Good People of Ikorodu Constituency 1, ( Ikorodu North LCDA, Ikorodu West LCDA and Ikorodu Local Government) After due consultations with our Community Leaders, Our Party (APC)Apex Leaders and Members and support from my family.   I hereby declare my intention to run for Lagos State House of Assembly Ikorodu Constituency 1 '2023 general elections. Igbega Ikorodu is our Mission... We are ready to go and Speak for the progress and development of our community because we deserve more... Please pray along with me and let's move for the Youth. #Run2Win #NotTooYoungToRun

To God be the Glory We have embarked on the journey, and we are making progressive strides as regards the support of relevant stakeholders and influencers. This journey has led us to meetings with necessary political leaders across Ikorodu Division, vis-à-vis community leaders for proper consultations. So far, we have paid homage to three(3) paramount rulers in Ikorodu Constituency 1, and received blessings to go and represent the youths' interests. The traditional rulers visited are: (1) HRM. Oba  Engr. Kabiru Adewale Shotobi (Adegorushe V) The Ayangburen of Ikorodu.  (2) HRM. Oba.Olukayode David Raji Balogun (Eweye of Isiu Kingdom). Ikorodu North LCDA. (3) HRM. Oba. Engr. Bashi Aremu  Sotonwa. The Sekumade of Ipakodo Kingdom. (Osomeku I) Ikorodu West LCDA. We here by use this medium to specially appreciate all our political and traditional leaders, youth stakeholders, and community leaders for first believing in us and gra...

Good day Sir/Ma,  After seeing many of the challenges and difficulties we face as a young generation in terms of career development, job opportunities, Educational development and other basic needs. After due consultations, I have decided to accept the clarion call to serve our generation in the House of Assembly come 2023 *Ikorodu Constituency 1. I will like you all to join me in this quest and journey for our generation. It's Time for us to support our generation to represent our interests and I'm ready to bring the best opportunities for all through viable representation in the Assembly.   After Speaking for the Progress of the Youths, it's Time to Speak for our Community. Thank you for your  unending Support.   #LAHA4Youth'23

The journey of a thousand miles starts with a step they say. On this day 12th of Feb, 2018. An Idea was conceived to champion the Youth Voice in Ikorodu Division and this led to the creation of the IkdDivNotTooYoungToRun Movement; Ikorodu Division Youth Movement and now Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative (IDYI) as Certified by Corporate Affairs Commission (C.A.C). Today, I want to sincerely appreciate all our BOT members, Executive members, Volunteers, Platform members, Supporters, Advisers, Mentors and Sponsors. Thank you so much for believing in us and our vision. Without God and your support, there is no way we could have achieved this tremendous success. Not only that our Voices were heard, but many opportunities were created for the Youths through our voices. Our success story is not complete without you. Comrade Samson Bisiriyu . Convener & Executive Director , IkdDivNotTooYoungToRun Movement & Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative (IDYI) Kindly visit our success s...

The Ikorodu Division Resource Development Group (IDRDG) has appointed Comrade Samson Bisiriyu as board member of Ikorodu Division Human Resources Development Board (IDHRDB). IDHRDB was established with the aim of enhancing the Ikorodu division's human capital development. Below is the copy of Comrade Samson's appointment letter as member of the prestigious group in Ikorodu division;

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday signed the bills for the establishment of additional two universities in the State – Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) and Lagos State University of Science and Technology. He assented to the bills transmitting Lagos State Polytechnic in Ikorodu, Isolo and Surulere campuses to the University of Science and Technology as well as Adeniran Ogunsanya Colleges of Education, Ijanikin and Michael Otedola College of Primary Education, Epe to Lagos State University of Education. The signing ceremony, which took place at the Lagos House, Marina, was witnessed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab and Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), members of the Governing Councils and management staff of the tertiary institutions, among others.  Speaking after signing the bills, Governor Sanwo-Olu, said Lagos and its indigenes are now blessed with two...

The School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG) held convocation for its pioneer students, Class of 2021, on Saturday, January 29, 2022. Founded in 2021, the unconventional school is on a mission to transform politics in Africa. “The SPPG is travelling that abandoned road to build a new set of patriots for political leadership,”  the media director of SPPG, Mr Ozioma Ubabukoh stated. The Executive Director of Ikorodu Division Youth Initiative (IDYI), Comrade Samson Bisiriyu who was also amongst the graduands expressed his gratitude to God for the grace of finishing well at the prestigious school. Samson Bisiriyu with Dr. Oby Ezekwesili The school has inculcated in the graduands the ideological mindset to become leaders and disruptive thinkers, the statement noted. “Having sat under the tutelage of our enriched faculty of over 100 local and international scholars, the graduands have learnt that selfless service is required for nation-building. This has been lacking ...