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After Ikeja Record’s reporting, LAWMA pledges crackdown on indiscriminate refuse dumping in Agege

In a comment posted on Instagram, LAWMA’s Managing Director, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, acknowledged the issue and announced that action was underway.

Who is indiscriminately dumping refuse under Agege Bridge?

Just across from the Total Energies station on Agunbiade street, piles of refuse line the elevated pavement dividing the main road. During repeated visits by Ikeja Record, a pattern emerged: the waste is usually cleared only to reappear again.

Lola Shoneyin is building a cultural calendar for Lagos ahead of ‘Ember’ season

Author and Ake Arts and Book Festival convener, Lola Shoneyin, recently announced plans to develop a centralised platform to help residents and tourists navigate Lagos’s growing calendar of cultural events.

Olusosun: From golf course to bus park to loading station

In 2003,  the Lagos State Government pledged to refurbish the Olusosun landfill, citing environmental concerns.

Lagos Government delays ‘emergency’ road repairs, gives no reason

In its statement announcing the cancellation, the government did not provide a direct explanation for the postponement.

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

What is the difference between the Red and Blue Line rail?

Since the launch of the Red and Blue Line...

Tracking dirty hotspots in Lagos

This tracker is part of Ikeja Record's #CleanUpLagos campaign.

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.

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

Lola Shoneyin is building a cultural calendar for Lagos ahead of ‘Ember’ season

Author and Ake Arts and Book Festival convener, Lola Shoneyin, recently announced plans to develop a centralised platform to help residents and tourists navigate Lagos’s growing calendar of cultural events.

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.”

News Desk

After Ikeja Record’s reporting, LAWMA pledges crackdown on indiscriminate refuse dumping in Agege

In a comment posted on Instagram, LAWMA’s Managing Director, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, acknowledged the issue and announced that action was underway.

Who is indiscriminately dumping refuse under Agege Bridge?

Just across from the Total Energies station on Agunbiade street, piles of refuse line the elevated pavement dividing the main road. During repeated visits by Ikeja Record, a pattern emerged: the waste is usually cleared only to reappear again.

Lola Shoneyin is building a cultural calendar for Lagos ahead of ‘Ember’ season

Author and Ake Arts and Book Festival convener, Lola Shoneyin, recently announced plans to develop a centralised platform to help residents and tourists navigate Lagos’s growing calendar of cultural events.

Olusosun: From golf course to bus park to loading station

In 2003,  the Lagos State Government pledged to refurbish the Olusosun landfill, citing environmental concerns.

Lagos Government delays ‘emergency’ road repairs, gives no reason

In its statement announcing the cancellation, the government did not provide a direct explanation for the postponement.

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

What is the difference between the Red and Blue Line rail?

Since the launch of the Red and Blue Line...

Tracking dirty hotspots in Lagos

This tracker is part of Ikeja Record's #CleanUpLagos campaign.

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.

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

Lola Shoneyin is building a cultural calendar for Lagos ahead of ‘Ember’ season

Author and Ake Arts and Book Festival convener, Lola Shoneyin, recently announced plans to develop a centralised platform to help residents and tourists navigate Lagos’s growing calendar of cultural events.

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.”
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Top mini stadiums for athletics, football, other sports in Ikeja

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If random people gathered on the streets of Lagos and were asked about mini stadiums in Lagos, Campos Memorial Mini stadium and Yaba Mini stadium would top the list of mini stadiums these people would easily reel out.

Lagos, defined with the identity of being the centre of excellence, has produced and still produces athletes in different sports, not limited to football. These include world-class track and field athletes, who have gone on to do exploits in local and international competitions.

Sports facilities in Ikeja have contributed to this fortune, serving as breeding ground for sportsmen outside the occasional conversion of major roads and street corners every other Saturday for street football.

Top sporting facilities for sports in Ikeja area are captured below:

Police College Mini Stadium – law officers turf

Within and around the Ikeja community, Police College Mini Stadium is the most popular mini stadium. Just as it spelt out in the name, it is housed within the training school of the Nigeria Police located on Oba Akinjobi Way, Ikeja GRA. Although it primarily serves members of the Police Force in-training needs, it is also open to outsiders. The facility accommodates a high number of athletes from different sports including football, volleyball, handball, boxing, wrestling, taekwondo, basketball, runners and many more.

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Although it needs an upgrade, the athletes believe the communal spirit that radiates from training on different pitches and courts with the mini stadium have given them the strength to forge ahead in their various careers.

Mr Tunde *, a policeman who trains the boxing unit said: “Kickboxing and Boxing take alternate days to have their training and the same thing goes for almost every other sport in the complex.”

He said the facility within the complex is  only open to the policemen.

However, Blessing*, a basketball player, said he is not a policeman but he uses the court within the complex for training.

“I am not a police officer but we use this place for training almost everyday. Although we have to wait for the police officers to conclude their training, either with netball, handball or basketball before we train. As you can see, we are also about to have our training here too,” he remarked, noting that the sessions for police officers-in-training take precedence over outsiders.

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Vining FC Mini Stadium – a church’s gift to the community

Further down on Oba Akinjobi Way, Ikeja GRA, sits another Old mini stadium now known as Vining FC mini stadium. The stadium accommodates more than 50 football clubs and academies for morning and evening training sessions.  It was initially called Skypower Mini Stadium and was owned by Nigeria Airways until it was sold to the Archbishop Vining Memorial Anglican Church, Ikeja.

Vining FC was in the fourth division of the Nigeria Football League until the Church Management stopped its activities. However, the Church allowed other football teams to use the facility.

The players and coaches told The Record that the pitch has been a wonderful place for training but that it desperately needs a facelift. They said it is free and the church does not collect a dime for their training, adding that there is an agreement between the church and the teams so as to avoid clashes when they come for practice sessions.

“Skypower pitch has been a place where we train for a very long time. This pitch has produced one or two players abroad, although they might not be popular. This pitch is worth training on but it needs to be fixed either by the government or good-spirited private individuals to bring it up to standard,”Paul Onyesirila, a player with  Nationwide football club, Ikeja told The Record.

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One of the coaches, Isaac Okeke, President and Coach of the Lord’s Favored Academy  who spoke to The Record said many of the teams have been building their own training pitch, so no one is willing to come around to upgrade the facility unless the church takes the first step.

“The church makes it free for the teams. Every team here is under the umbrella of Vining FC as far as the church is concerned. So whenever the church has a program they notify us. For example, Ash Wednesday is coming up, they have informed us about their activities and we know not to fix anything for that day. So they don’t want any team to play or train while the service is on. They expect us to join the service as well,” Okeke said.

Ojodu – Isheri Mini stadium – a turf bugged by shady mgt

The Ojodu – Isheri Mini stadium is  located along the borderline between Lagos and Ogun States and is enclosed within the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Training Centre along Ojodu-Berger – Isheri Road. The stadium was built up to standard during the Babatunde Fashola’s administration to be a free sports training centre to serve the community.

However, it wasn’t completed before the expiration of former Governor Fashola’s tenure.

Asked if the facility can be used for free, an official in charge, Jaiye Banji told The Record that it is not free and the price will have to be discussed over the phone. It was observed that the stadium has been converted to a venue for parties and concerts.

The players and coaches met during the tour of the mini stadium decried the Lagos State Sports Commission’s poor management of funds generated from usage of the pitch. They doubted if the fee gets to the government, noting that such funds could have been channeled to fixing the stadium.

The Record gathered that Isheri Mini stadium was once a venue for the Ikeja League – a football league among local clubs within and around Ikeja, which has since been discontinued.

Other locations

Other mini stadiums around Ikeja include Ifakọ̀-ijaye mini stadium which is currently under construction and not open to outsiders. When The Record visited, there was no official on ground but new turf had been laid and the seats were being replaced.

* Names have been changed because sources were not authorised to speak to the Press.

 

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