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Many know about Fela Kuti’s infamous 1978 wedding, where he married 27 wives in Lagos, but fewer know the story of his f...
15/01/2025

Many know about Fela Kuti’s infamous 1978 wedding, where he married 27 wives in Lagos, but fewer know the story of his first wife, Remilekun Anikulapo-Kuti, and her pivotal role in his life and legacy.

Now, 23 years after her passing, her story is finally being told in a newly released memoir. Titled Mrs. Kuti, the book was unveiled on Monday at an exclusive launch at Ouida House in Opebi.

The book sheds light on Remilekun’s simple yet extraordinary life and her position as the matriarch and backbone of the Kuti family.

Monday’s book launch kicked off with a special performance by Remilekun’s grandson, Made Kuti, and was followed by a one-minute silence to honour the book’s late author.

From the playful banter between Remilekun’s son, the legendary Afrobeat star Femi Kuti, and her daughter, Yeni Kuti during a panel discussion where Yeni cheekily called him a “Mummy’s boy” — to a heartwarming letter from Remilekun’s proud sister Sonia, who expressed joy at the book’s publication, the evening was filled with deep emotion.

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A veteran grassroots campaigner for the All Progressives Congress in Lagos, Fouad Oki, believes the impeachment of Mudas...
15/01/2025

A veteran grassroots campaigner for the All Progressives Congress in Lagos, Fouad Oki, believes the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday was due to his authoritarian approach to politics. Mr. Oki made the comments during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

Fouad Oki, believes the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker was due to his authoritarian approach to politics.

Many know about Fela Kuti’s infamous 1978 wedding, where he married 27 wives in Lagos, but fewer know the story of his f...
14/01/2025

Many know about Fela Kuti’s infamous 1978 wedding, where he married 27 wives in Lagos, but fewer know the story of his first wife, Remilekun Anikulapo-Kuti, and her pivotal role in his life and legacy.

Now, 23 years after her passing, her story is finally being told in a newly released memoir. Titled Mrs. Kuti, the book was unveiled on Monday at an exclusive launch at Ouida House in Opebi.

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, accusing him of multiple statutory ...
13/01/2025

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, accusing him of multiple statutory and financial infractions. In his place, Deputy Speaker Lasbat Meranda, representing Apapa Constituency 1, has been sworn in as the new Speaker, Ikeja Record can confirm.

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, accusing him of multiple statutory and financial infractions.

Who is the newly-sworn in Lagos speaker?Read here:
13/01/2025

Who is the newly-sworn in Lagos speaker?
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On Monday, Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda was sworn-in as the new Speaker of the 10th Lagos State House of Assembly.

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, o...
13/01/2025

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Here are the headlines of the top ten stories today:

LIRS tax deadline
1,675 emergency incidents
Police prosecution numbers
NDLEA nabs Lagos shrine chief
US returnee arrested for murder
Diesel tank accident in Oregun
Lagos-Badagry highway accident
Warning for unregistered schools
Facebook romance trap
Boutique assault

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The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday approved a total sum of N3,366,815,224,144 as the total budget of the state ...
07/01/2025

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday approved a total sum of N3,366,815,224,144 as the total budget of the state for 2025.

The approval followed the presentation of a report on the budget by the chairman of the joint committee on appropriation and finance, Hon. Sa’ad Olumoh, and the subsequent voice votes by lawmakers at a sitting presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa.

The approved budget is made of N1,295,630,197,452 as recurrent expenditure while N2,071,185,026,692 is earmarked as capital expenditure for the year ending December 31, 2025.

Dr. Obasa, thereafter, directed the Clerk of the House, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, to transmit a clean copy of the passed bill to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for assent.

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, o...
06/01/2025

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Here are the headlines of the top ten stories today:

Monthly tourism tours
Tourism expert lauds Greater Lagos 2025
New Year Thanksgiving
“International airport, rail system expansion”
Commissioner shuts Lagos Island construction site
No going back on single-use-plastics
Low attendance in Model Colleges
Technical College raise PTA fees
NDLEA nabs 61-year-old socialite
Woman vanishes with two children in Alimosho

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Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour explains why APC has failed Lagos despite improved infrastructure, revenue
03/01/2025

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour explains why APC has failed Lagos despite improved infrastructure, revenue

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party has faulted the All Progressives Congress’ running of the state ahead of 2027 polls.

Happy New Year from Ikeja Record! 🎉As we step into 2025, we are filled with gratitude for your unwavering support and en...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Ikeja Record! 🎉

As we step into 2025, we are filled with gratitude for your unwavering support and engagement over the past year. Your stories, voices, and perspectives are what make our community vibrant and unique.

This year, we remain committed to bringing you timely news, impactful stories, and insights that matter most to our neighborhoods across Lagos. Together, let’s continue to celebrate our wins, tackle our challenges, and build a stronger community.

Here’s to a year of progress, unity, and endless possibilities! Cheers to 2025! 🥂

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Merry Christmas from all of us at Ikeja Record! 🎄🎉 May your day be filled with joy, love, and unforgettable memories. Ta...
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at Ikeja Record! 🎄🎉 May your day be filled with joy, love, and unforgettable memories.

Tag your loved ones in the comments and send them your warmest wishes this holiday season!

Ikeja Record is pleased to announce Rejoice Ewodage as the winner of the inaugural Ikeja Record Community Award.
23/12/2024

Ikeja Record is pleased to announce Rejoice Ewodage as the winner of the inaugural Ikeja Record Community Award.

Rejoice Ewodage, a multimedia journalist with over a decade of reporting experience, is winner of the 2024 Ikeja Record Community Award.

Ikeja Record is pleased to announce Rejoice Ewodage as the winner of the inaugural Ikeja Record Community Award.Ms. Ewod...
23/12/2024

Ikeja Record is pleased to announce Rejoice Ewodage as the winner of the inaugural Ikeja Record Community Award.

Ms. Ewodage, a multimedia journalist with over a decade of reporting experience, impressed the judges with her compelling pitch titled, “Magboro’s Struggle: A Community in Need of Infrastructure Reforms.”

Her pitch sheds light on the significant challenges faced by the people of Magboro, a border community plagued by inadequate infrastructure and lack of access to basic amenities. The entry captured the community’s resilience while highlighting the urgent need for government action to address the neglect and improve the living conditions of its residents.

The judges, Festus Iyorah and Njideka Agbo, commended Ms. Ewodage’s pitch for its depth and impact.

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, o...
20/12/2024

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Here are the headlines of the top ten stories today:

Sanwo-Olu at carol service
Home, vehicles for cops
No more bank robberies in Lagos
NERC hands over regulatory oversight
Obasa denies corruption allegations
Seeking comfort at Ojodu police station
Mushin’s fresh food hub
Kosofe triples revenue generation
75 arrested in Ikoyi, Lekki
Pasuma shuts down Ikeja

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Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, o...
16/12/2024

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Here are the headlines of the top ten stories today:

No timeline for Lekki airport
Agege LG Chairman lauds Obasa
N200 million for year-end party
Sanwo-Olu on Medipark
Free healthcare for residents
Fire in Mushin
Drug bust at Tincan
Jungle justice in Onipanu
Chisco chief rejects Igbo title
FG seeks ground rent

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Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, o...
13/12/2024

Welcome to Ten Things on the Record, where we bring you the essential updates and insights you need if you live, work, or do business in Lagos.

Here are the headlines of the top ten stories today:

Red line rail suspended over technical issues
Nine billion for lawmakers
Badagry’s UNESCO status
Senior citizens ride with Sanwo-Olu
Mushin road project
New building code for Lagos
German connection
Lagos shoreline warning
LASU’s green bragging rights
No smoking at markets

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ASUU-LASU embarks on indefinite strikeClick the link in our bio to read the full story on our website. Also subscribe to...
09/12/2024

ASUU-LASU embarks on indefinite strike

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