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Healthcare worker shortage

This is an online edition of Ten Things on the Record, a daily newsletter where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Bill to convert LCDAs to LGAs reaches second reading in House of Reps

Bill to convert LCDAs to LGAs reaches second reading...

Tinubu in Lagos

This is an online edition of Ten Things on the Record, a daily newsletter where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos. 

GRV criticizes Wahab’s “Cleaner Lagos” post

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GRV offers solution to Lagos sanitation troubles

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Annals Of Legislation

Mojisola Lasbat Meranda: Who is the newly-sworn in Lagos Speaker?

Hon. Meranda was born on August 16, 1980.

Legislative profile: Ogunleye Gbolahan Adetokunbo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Ogunleye was a council mayor for 13 months in Ikorodu local government.

Legislative profile: Emmanuel Olotu Ojo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Olotu served as a councilor in Ojokoro local council development area.

Legislative profile: Gbolahan Yishau

He was first elected in 2011 and is presently the chairman of the House committee on economic planning and budget.

Legislative profile: Ajayi Oluwadamilare

Before he was elected as a lawmaker in 2023, Mr. Oluwadamilare served as the Special Adviser on Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Navigating Lagos

Exploring the National Museum Lagos: A treasure trove of Nigerian history

Located along Onikan Road, opposite the J.K. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture in Ikoyi, the National Museum Lagos was established by British archaeologist Kenneth Murray.

Ten spots to visit this Valentine’s Day on Lagos mainland 

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better way to show your partner how much you care than with a romantic candlelit dinner, delicious food, and beautiful music setting the perfect mood?

Visiting the cheapest beach in Lagos

You have to hop on a boat to access the beach.

Jaekel House: Discovering Lagos’s railway heritage

As you approach Jaekel House, you are greeted by the sight of a colonial Afro-Brazilian-style two-storey building, over 100 years old, surrounded by a vast expanse of lush greenery.

Essential guide to the Lagos Red Line Rail: Fares, Schedules, and Tips

To access the Red Line, passengers need a Cowry Card, which is used across Lagos for bus, ferry, and now rail services.

Eko Lifestyle

Sanwo-Olu spotted wearing luxury watch at Davido’s wedding

In 2023, the Governor was also seen wearing another Patek Philippe watch.

Ten recreational centres to visit at least once in Lagos

At Ikeja Record, we've compiled some of the must-visit recreational centres you should consider when planning your next fun activity.

Top five cinemas in Lagos to watch“Bad Boys: Ride or Die”

The latest chapter in the action-comedy saga, "Bad Boys:...

Discover seven alternative Lagos beaches to Landmark, Oniru, others

Despite these alterations to the landscape of Lagos' coastal attractions, the state still boasts a plethora of breathtaking beaches waiting to be explored. At Ikeja Record, we have compiled a list of viable alternatives for you.

From ruins to restoration: Discovering the treasures in Freedom Park Lagos

I discovered that the park, located on a prime location in Lagos Island, had a historical past—it used to be a prison during Nigeria's colonial era.

The Political Scene

One year after: Key decisions taken by 10th Lagos State House of Assembly

The 10th Lagos House of Assembly was inaugurated on...

Is the storm over between Sanwo-Olu and Obasa? 

Is this renewed joviality in the best interest of Lagosians?

Lagos is spending big on infrastructure. But choking on debt.

As of December 2022, Lagos was the state with the highest debt stock across the Nigerian federation.

Three reasons why Lagos House of Assembly rejected Sanwo-Olu’s 17 commissioner-nominees

Beyond geographical and religious factors, the possibility of pending disagreements can not be ruled out.

What Ojodu residents want from LCDA Chairman Segun Odunmbaku

The residents made the requests following celebrations marking Segun Odunmbaku’s two years in office as Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA.

Persons Of Interest

Dencity: The challenges of building a female skateboarding community in Lagos

In an interview with The Record’s Omon Okhuevbie, the 24-year-old skateboarder and streetwear fashion entrepreneur shared the challenges of building a skateboarding community for young girls and women in Lagos and other states in Nigeria.

Oluwatoyosi Jide-Jimoh: How I graduated top of my class at LASU

She graduated from the Lagos State University with first class honours in communication and media studies.

Living with Lupus in Lagos: Misturah Owolabi shares her inspiring journey

“ Lupus is not a death sentence, it is a very manageable condition. Do not believe that Lupus is going to hinder you from achieving your goals.”

Lagos-based startup, Midddleman, is bridging trust and logistics gaps in the e-commerce world

Additionally, the co-founder shared that e-commerce companies can now send Yuan/CNY/RMB to their Chinese suppliers through Middleman.

News Desk

Healthcare worker shortage

This is an online edition of Ten Things on the Record, a daily newsletter where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Bill to convert LCDAs to LGAs reaches second reading in House of Reps

Bill to convert LCDAs to LGAs reaches second reading...

Tinubu in Lagos

This is an online edition of Ten Things on the Record, a daily newsletter where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos. 

GRV criticizes Wahab’s “Cleaner Lagos” post

This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

GRV offers solution to Lagos sanitation troubles

This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

Annals Of Legislation

Mojisola Lasbat Meranda: Who is the newly-sworn in Lagos Speaker?

Hon. Meranda was born on August 16, 1980.

Legislative profile: Ogunleye Gbolahan Adetokunbo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Ogunleye was a council mayor for 13 months in Ikorodu local government.

Legislative profile: Emmanuel Olotu Ojo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Olotu served as a councilor in Ojokoro local council development area.

Legislative profile: Gbolahan Yishau

He was first elected in 2011 and is presently the chairman of the House committee on economic planning and budget.

Legislative profile: Ajayi Oluwadamilare

Before he was elected as a lawmaker in 2023, Mr. Oluwadamilare served as the Special Adviser on Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Navigating Lagos

Exploring the National Museum Lagos: A treasure trove of Nigerian history

Located along Onikan Road, opposite the J.K. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture in Ikoyi, the National Museum Lagos was established by British archaeologist Kenneth Murray.

Ten spots to visit this Valentine’s Day on Lagos mainland 

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better way to show your partner how much you care than with a romantic candlelit dinner, delicious food, and beautiful music setting the perfect mood?

Visiting the cheapest beach in Lagos

You have to hop on a boat to access the beach.

Jaekel House: Discovering Lagos’s railway heritage

As you approach Jaekel House, you are greeted by the sight of a colonial Afro-Brazilian-style two-storey building, over 100 years old, surrounded by a vast expanse of lush greenery.

Essential guide to the Lagos Red Line Rail: Fares, Schedules, and Tips

To access the Red Line, passengers need a Cowry Card, which is used across Lagos for bus, ferry, and now rail services.

Eko Lifestyle

Sanwo-Olu spotted wearing luxury watch at Davido’s wedding

In 2023, the Governor was also seen wearing another Patek Philippe watch.

Ten recreational centres to visit at least once in Lagos

At Ikeja Record, we've compiled some of the must-visit recreational centres you should consider when planning your next fun activity.

Top five cinemas in Lagos to watch“Bad Boys: Ride or Die”

The latest chapter in the action-comedy saga, "Bad Boys:...

Discover seven alternative Lagos beaches to Landmark, Oniru, others

Despite these alterations to the landscape of Lagos' coastal attractions, the state still boasts a plethora of breathtaking beaches waiting to be explored. At Ikeja Record, we have compiled a list of viable alternatives for you.

From ruins to restoration: Discovering the treasures in Freedom Park Lagos

I discovered that the park, located on a prime location in Lagos Island, had a historical past—it used to be a prison during Nigeria's colonial era.

The Political Scene

One year after: Key decisions taken by 10th Lagos State House of Assembly

The 10th Lagos House of Assembly was inaugurated on...

Is the storm over between Sanwo-Olu and Obasa? 

Is this renewed joviality in the best interest of Lagosians?

Lagos is spending big on infrastructure. But choking on debt.

As of December 2022, Lagos was the state with the highest debt stock across the Nigerian federation.

Three reasons why Lagos House of Assembly rejected Sanwo-Olu’s 17 commissioner-nominees

Beyond geographical and religious factors, the possibility of pending disagreements can not be ruled out.

What Ojodu residents want from LCDA Chairman Segun Odunmbaku

The residents made the requests following celebrations marking Segun Odunmbaku’s two years in office as Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA.

Persons Of Interest

Dencity: The challenges of building a female skateboarding community in Lagos

In an interview with The Record’s Omon Okhuevbie, the 24-year-old skateboarder and streetwear fashion entrepreneur shared the challenges of building a skateboarding community for young girls and women in Lagos and other states in Nigeria.

Oluwatoyosi Jide-Jimoh: How I graduated top of my class at LASU

She graduated from the Lagos State University with first class honours in communication and media studies.

Living with Lupus in Lagos: Misturah Owolabi shares her inspiring journey

“ Lupus is not a death sentence, it is a very manageable condition. Do not believe that Lupus is going to hinder you from achieving your goals.”

Lagos-based startup, Midddleman, is bridging trust and logistics gaps in the e-commerce world

Additionally, the co-founder shared that e-commerce companies can now send Yuan/CNY/RMB to their Chinese suppliers through Middleman.
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Legislative profile: Aro Moshood Abiodun

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Aro Moshood Abiodun, a member of the All Member Progress, represents Ikorodu Constituency 2 in the 10th Lagos State House of Assembly.

He was first elected to the House in 2023.

Mr. Abiodun was a member of the Peoples Democratic Party before joining the APC.

Along with being a legislator, he runs a charity organization.

Early life and education 

Mr. Abiodun was born on December 24, 1983, in Ijede, Lagos state. He attended Anwarul-Islam Primary School in Ijede and completed his secondary education at Luwasa High School. 

He later pursued higher education at Lagos State University, Ojo, from 2006 to 2011.

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He served as the National Publicity Secretary of the Process Wood Producers and Marketers Association of Nigeria since 2014. 

He has also served as the National Vice Chairman of the Sawmillers Association of Nigeria since 2015, and a member of the National Forest Trust Fund since 2018.

Additionally, he is the Vice Chairman of All Stars Football Club, a position he has held since 2021.

Mr. Abiodun serves as the chairman of the AMA Team Smile Foundation, an organisation dedicated to eliminating poverty and improving lives.

Political career

After facing setbacks in the 2018 and 2019 elections, when he contested  for both councilorship and a seat in the House of Assembly under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun was nearly ready to quit politics. 

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However, his fortunes changed when he switched to the APC, where he was elected as the House representative for Ikorodu Constituency 2 in 2023.

Legislative work

In September 2024, Mr. Abiodun conducted school visitations across his constituency to identify those in urgent need of renovations, to be carried out by the state government.

With approval from Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Mr. Abiodun and the Special Committee on school rehabilitation visited Lajo Community Junior Secondary School, one of the schools identified, to begin preparations.

In July 2023, he enrolled approximately 60 individuals in vocational training programs, leading to their graduation in December 2023.

On August 28, 2023, he brought attention to the eight-year power outage affecting the Igbopa London Community in Ijede during a session of the House. This led to the establishment of an ad hoc committee tasked with investigating and resolving the electricity crisis.

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He has also initiated educational projects to support vulnerable children’s pursuit of education and distributed 50 GCE forms through partnerships with Student Union bodies across Ikorodu Constituency II. Additionally, he facilitated the admission of at least 50 students into universities and model colleges in Lagos State.

From August to November 2023, he facilitated the grading and implementation of palliative measures on nine vital roads in the constituency.

In November 2023, he allocated N50 million to support women running small-scale businesses throughout Ikorodu Constituency 2.

Mr. Abiodun also claims that, through his recommendations, at least 15 individuals in his constituency have already secured employment opportunities.

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