Kosofe News

SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS DUAL CARRIAGEWAY, BRIDGE LINKING OGUDU TO ALAPERE IN KOSOFE. A newly designed access roadway linking four local councils in Lagos State has opened to vehicular traffic, solving a major traffic problem and ending decades-long wait for the beneficiary communities.   A crowd of jubilant residents of Kosofe Local Government Area joined Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, at the ceremony where Ogudu-Alapere Link Road and a bridge were officially commissioned.   The dual carriage infrastructure cuts through Ogudu into Alapere in Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) and drops on Lagos-Ibadan Highway. At its Ogudu end, the link road leads motorists to connect Ikorodu Road.   The Ogudu-Alapere Link Road, designed with interlocked concrete blocks, was part of 12 other capital projects commissioned by the Governor in Lagos East Senatorial District,...

KOSOFE LGC, BALTIMORE CITY COUNCIL FORGE INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION. ......Talks on a collaboration of a sister city   Like an effervescent visionary who always adopts cerebral approaches to solving issues, Hon. Barrister Moyosore Ogunlewe, the Executive Chairman, Kosofe Local Government, Lagos State, Nigeria, and Mr. Nick. J. Mosby, the President of Baltimore City Council, Maryland State, USA, discussed the collaboration of sister city in some key areas of development such as Education, Health, Information Technology, Sports and entertainment as sister councils.  Seeking international collaboration, Ogunlewe requested partnership with the Baltimore City Council in some important areas and his request was granted by the American council through an invitation letter.  Ogunlewe met the Baltimore city council President, Mr. Nick Mosby who said he was elated to partner with Kosofe Local Government on developing opportunities for the growth...

Emma Oluwatayo calls it quit with bachelorhood...  ..... As he hooks pretty Miss. Faith Oluwatosin.  It promises to a thriller and  a chiller on saturday 20th of May, 2023, as the families of the late Mr. & Assistant Pastor Mrs. Samuel Adeniyi Ayodele join Reverend & Pastor Chris Tunde Oke in joining their children, Mr. Emmanuel Oluwatayo and Miss. Faith Oluwatosin in an holy wedlock.  The highlight of the Christian wedlock begins on Thursday with traditional engagement at 26, Alhaji Yusuf street, off pipeline, ishasi, Akute, Ogun State. The church ceremony comes up on Saturday  at Reconciliation Church of God, plot 1, Denro road, Ishasi Akute, while reception follows immediately at event Yisrael Hall/Adigboluja, Ojodu Berger by 2.00pm

Physically Challenged Athletes Lauds Ogunlewe For Assistance. ..... As beneficiaries Of GCE Entry Forms. As part of the beneficiaries of Kosofe local government free GCE forms, three physically challenged basketball players have shown appreciation to the Executive Chairman, Kosofe Local Goverment, Barrister Moyosore Ogunlewe for his magnanimity and kindness in being considered worthy of being offered the opportunity of partaking in this year free  GCE entry forms.  The first speaker, Mr. Segun Bailey thanked the Executive Chairman immensely for the assistance which he considered as very precious, the other two beneficiaries Mr. Abubakri Ridwan and 0jeleye Sefiu further extended thanks to Hon. Mrs Kafilat Ogbara and Hon. Toyin Kafaar Bolowotan,  Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission for their untimely support.

Neglecting Education Infrastructure in Nigeria: A Case Study of Odogunyan Junior Grammar School. Education is the foundation of human capital development and a key driver of economic growth in any society. However, Nigeria's education system has been plagued by several challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, poor funding, and a lack of political will. And one of the schools that has been particularly affected by these issues is Odogunyan Junior Grammar School, located in Ikorodu,  Lagos state.  I happened to attend Odogunyan Junior and Senior Grammar School, and I can say for real, we had the best teachers during my time there. From Mrs. Badru, to Mr. Awiyoola, Mrs. Victor etc., we had teachers who were committed to their duty. Over the years, this school has developed an enormous volume of talents which makes it stand head to head with Ikorodu High School, that's located within 10 minutes driving to the Local Government...

On Sunday, I welcomed fellow distinguished Senators under the auspices of Stability Group to Lagos as part of the ongoing consultation and support canvassing for the candidacy of His Excellency, Senator Godswill Akpabio and Senator Jubrin Barau who are seeking to become 10th National Assembly Senate President and Deputy Senate President respectively. We had a parley with top media editors and executives. Distinguished  Senator Akpabio engaged journalists on his laudable plans if elected as the President of the 10th Senate. He spoke extensively on his enduring legacies and outstanding achievements when he served as the Governor of Akwa-Ibom State for eight years and as Honourable minister. We also consulted the governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu at State House, Marina. I want to specially thank my fellow distinguished colleagues, APC governors and leaders of our great party who are standing solidly behind the candidates endorsed by the...

Kosofe LG. Boss, Ogunlewe, Felicitates With Mothers On Special Day. The Executive Chairman of Kosofe, Hon.(Barr.) Moyosore Ogunlewe,  has expressed satisfaction with the contributions of mothers to the development of the local government.  In a message to mark the 2023 Mother’s Day, the council chief noted that mothers in the local government  have always lived up to their responsibilities. This was made known in a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary  to the Chairman, Comrade Taiwo Fadipe Ogunlewe said mothers occupy a special place in the council, as they are major stakeholders in the local government project. He also felicitated with mothers across the world, describing them as priceless. While praying to God to bless mothers and grant them good health to continue with their service to humanity, Ogunlewe, assured them of his love and respect at all times. He further assured them that his administration would continue to implement capacity buil...