Lagos Community News Review

By Omokejimi Samuel Abayomi Editor-in-Chief, Ikosi Isheri FocusTV Lagos Community News Review It starts with a whisper in the neighborhood — someone knows someone who “made it” to Europe. Not through visas or schools, but through the sea. They call it japa now, but in the dark corners of Lagos, it is not just about leaving; it is about surviving. Last month, I met Azeez, 19, standing by the rusted iron gate of a mechanic workshop in Ketu. His hands were black with grease, his mind elsewhere. “My uncle is sending me,” he said flatly. “Libya, then boat. God willing, Italy.” His words carried no excitement — only calculation, like someone deciding whether to run into a burning house or stay in a collapsing one. Azeez is not uneducated. He finished secondary school, even took a diploma course in electrical installation. But after two years of searching for work, Lagos offered him nothing but casual labor and debts he could not pay. “I watch my mother cry at night,” he said, low...

In a world where technology defines progress, leadership is measured not only by vision but by action. Seyi Tinubu’s Digital Skills Empowerment initiative is a shining example of what it means to invest in people, build capacity, and secure a prosperous future for the next generation. Through this bold and forward-thinking program, participants were equipped with cutting-edge digital skills designed to place them at the forefront of opportunities in the 21st-century economy: 📊 Data Analysis – sharpening the ability to turn information into solutions. 📣 Digital Marketing – opening doors for businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive. 💬 Digital Communication – building effective leaders for the digital age. 🛡️ Cybersecurity – safeguarding individuals, businesses, and national growth from modern threats. 📱 Social Media Monitoring – ensuring that young voices can influence and shape narratives responsibly. This initiative goes beyond training—it is a strategic inves...

  On behalf of the good people of Lagos East Senatorial District, we extend heartfelt congratulations to my dear brother and distinguished colleague, the Aremo of Yewa Land, and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, Senator (Dr) Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI), CON, FCA, FCTI, FFPI, on the joyous occasion of his birthday. We proudly celebrate a man of exceptional intellect, vision, and patriotism,  a seasoned legislator, accomplished chartered accountant, and devoted public servant who continues to raise the bar in national service. Your legislative footprints across Lagos and now Ogun West Senatorial District speak volumes of your unwavering dedication to public good, responsible representation, and grassroots development.  You have truly set a remarkable standard in parliamentary leadership and resource management, especially through your pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s appropriation framework. On this special day, we join your family, friends, political...

  TOMPOLO ONE MILLION YOUTH MOVEMENT FOR ASIWAJU 2027 State Chapter Office Email:  Phone:  Date:  LETTER OF APPOINTMENT STATE ADVISER Dear Hon Liasu Rasaq,  On behalf of the National Leadership and the State Coordination of the Tompolo One Million Youth Movement for Asiwaju 2027, I am pleased to officially inform you of your appointment as State Adviser to the Movement in Lagos state. Your appointment is in recognition of your unwavering commitment to national development, youth empowerment, and your demonstrated loyalty to the vision of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (Asiwaju) and the founding principles of our movement under the leadership of High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo). As a State Adviser, you are expected to: • Provide strategic guidance and advisory support to the State Coordination team. • Serve as a voice of wisdom and experience in decision-making processes. • Promote unity, growth, and structure within the movemen...

A visit /interface made by the National coordinator of this great movement, Snr. Comrd Saturday David to the Abia state chapter ably led by Hon. Goodluck Ihuoma Festus and the Zonal/LG coordinators & secretaries  at the Abia Hotels Umuahia on the Saturday,  2 nd  of August 2025. The interface which started at the 1325hrs of the day was opened with a prayer and introduction of attendees.  The state coordinator, Hon. Goodluck Ihuoma during his opening speech assured the National coordinator the state chapter’s resolve to embrace this movement and spread it across to every nuke and cranny of this state. And the one Million youth movement as promised by our Leader, H.Chief GOVERNMENT TOMPOLO to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu , GCFR, and championed by him, Snr. Comrd Saturday David will be actualized as Abia State quota and contributions to the success for the movement will not be found wanting.  In response, the National Coordinator, Snr.  Comrd. Saturday Davi...

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator  Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the newly unveiled  All Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Secretariat in Abuja, applauding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for providing leadership that enables youth resourcefulness and creativities to find full expression. Senator Abiru, who is the  Chairman Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, after the tour of the world-class youth centre, equipped with A game room and social area with table tennis, snooker and other games; three event spaces of varying sizes for youth trainings and town hall meetings, a lounge, a boardroom, a multimedia suite/ podcast studio, described the feat as “nothing short of inspiring”, commending the purposeful leadership of Dr. Dayo Israel, the APC National Youth Leader. He said, “I am really impressed with what I saw here today. It gives me hope that we have a ...