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We are under constant attacks by armed robbers, Ijede community cries out

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3 years ago

July 30, 2023

Sahara Weekly

We are under constant attacks by armed robbers, Ijede community cries out

By Ifeoma Ikem

Sahara Weekly Reports That The residents of Oke Eletu ,Ijede community, Ikorodu, Lagos state have cried out over the constant attacks of the people by armed rubbers terrorizing the community.

A resident, who is a security personal Mr Balogun Olawole told our correspondent that the high rate of robbery attacks in the area, especially in the night is becoming worrisome as residents now live in fear.

Balogun said his compound was attacked while he was inside his apartment and that despite being an officer he alone couldn’t do anything about it.

“The armed robbers challenged me while robbing my co-tenants, they threatened that if I come out that that will be the end of my life, just imagine those young boys threatening to send me to my early grave”.

Another victim, a nurse who left her aged mother at home while she went to work thanked God that the robbers only carted away valuables and spared her mother.

“I praise God for my mother because she was not attacked or harmed, most times we read sad news on the internet that a woman of about 75 years was raped to death after robbing the family but in my mother’s case they just cart away valuables, the most important thing is life .

She pleaded with the Area N police command and the Lagos state government to engage other sister security agencies to join and increase the presence of security personal within the affected areas.

“In this area, we have good security outfits and vigilante groups who try their best to fight these crimes but they are not enough to cover the whole area”.

A food seller popularly know as Iya Amala said the armed robbers usually come on a weekly basis to rob and cart away the food stuff she stock in the cafeteria that she manages.

“These people will wait for me to stock my place with food stuff before they will come to rob the place.

“They are wicked, I am now a debtor, the money I collected from the cooperative contribution which I use in managing the business have all gone due to the continued attacks”.

Another victim who chose to remain anonymous said her house was also burgled on Saturday and the miscreants took her son’s two laptops and her phone through the window.

“We were sleeping and nobody knew when they carried out the attack, it was when I woke up about 4.15am to make use of the restroom that I found out that my windows had been vandalized.

“We discovered that they came in through the fence, jumped inside, cut four nets and removed the laptops and my phone

I don’t know if what is happening now is the ripple effects of the current hardship in the country.

“We are calling on the federal government, state and the Nigeria police to increase their surveillance in our area as nobody is sleeping with his or her two eyes closed.

Another source said all the streets were attacked on Saturday morning,the attacks was terrible this gangs were cutting window nets sharp object removing people valuables someone can sleep again.

” Every street have gates or barricades with security personal yet armed robber keep carrying constant attacks what would the residents do again.

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

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24 hours ago

May 27, 2026

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

United States based fahionista of class, Chief (Mrs) Ayoola Fehintola-Brat has extended a warm greetings to Muslim faithful all over the world on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-El-Kabir celebration.

Fehintola-Brat who is the Balogun Egbe Obaneye Obinrin Akile Ijebu, and the Yeye Asofin of Idenaland in her message to Journalists urged Muslim to continually uphold the enduring values of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and compassion, which are central to the significance of Eid-El-Kabir festival.

A quiet philantropist whose humanitarian services has won her several laurels urged Muslims to use the spiritual occasion to pray for the peace co-existence of Nigerians regardless of religious, social and political leanings stressing that the oneness of the country should not be underplay.

In a related development, she expressed her felicitations to all sons and daughters of Ijebuland on the forthcoming Ojude Oba 2026 celebration, tasking age-groups otherwise known as Regbregbe to be more proactive in giving back to their immediate communities.

According to her, the beauty of the age-groups in Ijebuland is the need to contribute immensely to the development of the land in no small means. “This we will continue to achieve with God on our side”, she concluded.

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

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1 day ago

May 27, 2026

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Lagos State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dave Agboola, Obasa described the festival as a season of sacrifice, reflection, and gratitude, urging the faithful to continue to uphold the values of peace, unity, and love that strengthen the nation.

He noted that the celebration of Eid al-Adha is not only a spiritual milestone but also a reminder of the importance of togetherness and collective responsibility in building a stronger society.

He, likewise, emphasized that the festival provides an opportunity for Nigerians to renew their commitment to national progress and to support leadership that prioritizes development and prosperity.

Obasa, however, commended Nigerians, particularly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for their massive turnout during the recently concluded party primaries. He described the participation as a clear demonstration of the people’s confidence in the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and their belief in the administration’s vision for a greater Nigeria.

“The APC primaries have shown the resilience of our democracy and the confidence Nigerians have in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda. This is a strong message that our people are ready to continue supporting policies that will drive growth and prosperity,” Obasa stated.

The Speaker further encouraged Muslims to celebrate responsibly, stressing that the joy of Eid should be accompanied by prayers for the continued peace and progress of Lagos State and Nigeria.

“As you celebrate with family and loved ones, may this season bring joy, peace, and prosperity to your homes. Let us remain united in our resolve to build a stronger nation,” he added.

On behalf of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Obasa wished all Muslims a happy and fulfilling Eid al-Adha celebration.

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA

Kayshow Multimedia a filmmaking and Media organization this year 2026 holds its annual Abeokuta film festival at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta.

Alake of Egba land, Ọba Michael Adedotun Arẹmu Gbadebo has graciously endorsed the Free Training of Egba Youths on Film and Arts and the Entertainment of the the People with a FREE FILM SHOW at the AKE PAVILION. as part of the ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL 2.0.

The Convener of the Film Festival Honorable Kehinde Soaga says this year’s event promises to be more exciting as distinguished personalities are sure to attend.

This includes the honorable Minister for Art Culture and Creative Economy in Nigeria, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, Ààrẹ Lai Labode, Sen. Ibikunle Amosun and other special guests.

The event will feature Film, Cultural Dance Cultural foods and Award Ceremony.

The general public is hereby invited to the Free film show at the Abeokuta film festival at the Alake Palace Pavilion on Thursday 28th of May 2026 by 4:00 p.m.

Only well dressed is the Entry. The Abeokuta Film Festival is an annual event taking place in the capital city of Ogun State state.