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Ambode to Lagos Residents: Protect govt infrastructure in your domain

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday urged community leaders and residents of the State to jealously guard the infrastructure provided by government in their domain, just as he promised that more projects would be embarked upon in all the communities across the State.

Governor Ambode, who was represented by members of the State Executive Council who spoke simultaneously at five different Local Government Areas of the State during the commissioning of various projects in commemoration of his first year in office, said the people must take ownership of government facilities in their domain, as such would go a long way in bringing about the enjoyment of the facilities for a long time.

While assuring that his administration will make Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas in the State very vibrant in delivering the dividends of democracy to various communities, Governor Ambode said he will continue to support the Councils in order to provide basic infrastructure for the people of the state.

Besides, Governor Ambode assured residents that the 114 inner roads embarked upon by his administration in all the 57 Councils would be completed by the end of June 2016 as planned.

At the Apapa Local Government, the projects commissioned by the Governor include 9 roads within the Apapa Business District, Ultra-modern Liverpool Jetty, 12 block of classrooms at Methodist Nursery and Primary School and 4 block of classrooms at Arakan Barracks Nursery and Primary School with standard facilities such as modern toilets, sick bay, furniture, ceiling fans, ramps to accommodate the physically challenged, among others.

Specifically, the road commissioned are Marine Road, Bombay Crescent, Randle Road, Ibikunle Akintoye Street, Commercial Road, Burma Road, Plateau Road, Zeek Avenue, Marine Road Extension and Connector Road; otherwise known as Bombay Crescent to Calcutta Road Phase III.

The roads were designed to accommodate walkways, street light and drainage system.

In Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government, Governor Ambode commissioned an Ultra-modern Court Complex and a 360-meters interlocking road with drainage situated in Aduke Street, while in Ikorodu, the Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for the Environment, Hon. Babatunde Adejare, commissioned an Ultra-modern shopping complex at the popular Sabo Market.

He also commissioned the Ota-Ona Dual Carriage Road as well as block of classrooms in Agbede, all in Ikorodu.

At Badagry, the Governor who was represented by the Special Adviser on Education, Mr. Obafela Bank-Olemo commissioned a block of 16 classrooms and another block of 8 classrooms, as well as 6 classrooms in Badagry West Local Council Development Area.

At Kosofe, the Governor represented by the Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Relations, Mr. Oluseye Oladejo commissioned road projects at Oladele, Shoyebi and Ademola Taiwo/Alamu Taiwo/Ogunsola Streets.

Speaking on the 114 LG roads, Governor Ambode, who was represented at the Ajeromi-Ifelodun commissioning by the State’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem said: “The feat is unprecedented in the history of Lagos and this has provided employment to over 9,000 citizens directly and indirectly within the year. Counterpart funding of more than 60% has been committed by the state to ensure speedy completion of the exercise before the end of June, 2016.”

In Apapa Local Government, the Governor, who was represented by the State’s Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Social Development, Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf said the projects were in sync with his promise of running an all-inclusive government where no area would be left behind.

Speaking on the projects, the Ojora of Ijora, Oba Fatai Aromire commended Governor Ambode, saying the remarkable feat achieved just within one year in office was an eloquent confirmation that the State is progressing.

“As the paramount ruler of this domain, I like to specially appreciate our amiable Governor for the projects he embarked upon in our area. We are indeed very happy and wish the Governor well in the leadership of the State,” Oba Aromire said.

Also, Vice Chairman of Apapa Community Development Committee (CDC), Mr. Saka Yussuf said the projects commissioned in their area were unprecedented in the history of the area, adding that the people were indeed happy with the leadership of the State.

At Ikorodu, a former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Prince Abiodun Ogunleye commended the laudable stride of the Governor in just 11 months of inception, just as he appealed to people who are yet to feel the impact of government in their areas to be patient.

May 16, 2016
Domestic violence traceable to dysfunctional family background – Ambode

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday identified dysfunctional family background as one of the major reasons for rising cases of domestic violence, just as he advocated the need for parents to imbibe in their wards the virtues of honesty, respect, morality, good neighborliness, peace and love.

Ambode, who spoke at the Lagos House at the family day celebration hosted by the State Government in commemoration of the International Family Day, also said a lot of acts of terror and violence that have ruptured global peace and security could be traced to the absence of strong family ties, and as such parents must spend time with their children no matter how difficult it may be.

The Governor described the family as the smallest but most important unit of the society, saying things can only go right in the country if first addressed in the family.

He said: “Most of the recorded incidence of domestic violence are as a result of dysfunctional family backgrounds. Our traditional family cohesion and bond has been weakened due to daily life challenges of trying to make ends meet.

“We must, as a matter of urgency, in spite of the demanding pace of life pause and find time to reconnect with our families. Our families need us; our children need us.

The family always provides emotional support in times of need. We have family members in need of emotional, physical and moral support. The support and encouragement given to a family member today can prevent a violent act of terror or suicide tomorrow.”

Speaking on the essence of the international celebration which was designated by the United Nations, Governor Ambode said everyone was born into a family and that the most important moments of people’s lives have taken place in the family, saying it was for that reason that the international body places a lot of emphasis on the family as a key factor in human relations thereby setting aside May 15 every year to celebrate the value of the family bond across ethnic, religious, social and economic divide.

On the part of the Lagos State Government, Governor Ambode assured that his administration would continue to provide the necessary infrastructural and institutional support for the family, adding that government would soon embark on building of world class Leisure Parks.

He added: “One of the crucial infrastructure that the government has put in place to encourage family bonding is the establishment of Parks and Gardens in various strategic locations across the state. I am happy to note that these facilities have become the convergence point for families to relax not only during festive occasions but also on weekdays and weekends. In addition, this administration has started the process of building new world class leisure parks.

“As we celebrate the international day of the family today, I urge you all to spend more time with your family, especially with our children. A hug or a smilie goes a long way in boosting the morale of family members. If we want to get the society right, we must get the family right. We must start at the family to reintroduce the norms and the values which we grew up with. Our families must must reintroduce and imbibe the virtues of honesty, respect, morality, good neighborliness, peace and love. We must work towards living in harmony with family members and ensuring safety of lives through healthy practices.”

Earlier, the wife of the Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode said without communication, social interaction, love and mutual respect for one another, a family can hardly be united or peaceful.

She said women and children deserved to be respected and pampered, adding that such was needed to avoid domestic violence.

The theme of this year’s celebration is ‘Families, Healthy Lives And Sustainable Future.’

Some of the dignitaries that graced the event include members of the State Executive council led by Governor Ambode; Deputy Governor, Dr. Mrs. Idiat Oluranti-Adebule; former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Princess Sarah Sosan; Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Olufunmilayo Atilade, among others.

May 15, 2016
Photos: Ambode at CFAO, Yamaha showroom opening

R-L: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode; Chairman, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Gbenga Oyebode; Director & Country Manager, CFAO Nigeria, Mr. Steve Faderin and Deputy Managing Director, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Hisashi Fujii during the grand opening ceremony of CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited Showroom and Assembly Line at Amuwo Odofin Industrial Scheme, Apapa- Oshodi Expressway, Lagos, on Friday, May 13, 2016.

R-L: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (2nd right); President, YAMAHA Motor Corporation, Mr. Masaya Otsuka; Chairman, Management Board, CFAO Group, Paris, France, Mr. Richard Bielle and Chairman, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Gbenga Oyebode during the grand opening ceremony of CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited Showroom and Assembly Line at Amuwo Odofin Industrial Scheme, Apapa- Oshodi Expressway, Lagos.

L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (middle), with Chairman, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Gbenga Oyebode (right) and Production Specialist, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Abayomi Adekola (left) during the grand opening ceremony of CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited Showroom and Assembly Line at Amuwo Odofin Industrial Scheme, Apapa – Oshodi Expressway, Lagos.

L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (middle); Managing Director, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Olivier Levigne; President, YAMAHA Motor Corporation, Mr. Masaya Otsuka; Deputy Managing Director, CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Hisashi Fujii and Chairman, Management Board, CFAO Group, Paris, France, Mr. Richard Bielle during the grand opening ceremony of CFAO YAMAHA Motor Nigeria Limited Showroom and Assembly Line at Amuwo Odofin Industrial Scheme, Apapa- Oshodi Expressway, Lagos, on Friday, May 13, 2016

May 13, 2016
Lagos most attractive investment destination in Africa – Ambode

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday emphasised the leadership status of the State as the most attractive location financially and socially for investment in Africa, just as he reiterated the commitment of his administration towards putting in place policies to attract investment and facilitate conducive atmosphere for businesses to thrive.

Governor Ambode, who spoke in Lagos at the grand opening of CFAO Yamaha Showroom and Assembly Plant, said with a population in excess of 21 million, a significant proportion of which comprises of the mid-class with strong purchasing powers, he was convinced that the State has what every investor desires in investing in any city.

He said aside the fact that Lagos accounts for 60 per cent of Nigeria’s industrial capacity, the State also attracts between 70 to 80 per cent of $6bn annual Foreign Direct Investment (DFI) into Nigeria, adding that measures are being taken to increase the figure by 50 per cent.

The Governor lauded the collaboration between CFAO of France and Yamaha of Japan to bring about the joint venture in Lagos Nigeria, saying the partnership was good news for Lagos economy and a boost to the efforts of his administration in bringing investment to the State.

“The significance of locating this Assembly Plant in Lagos is very clear. Lagos remains the most attractive location financially and socially for investment in Africa. I have come to assure you that you have made the right decision to locate your business here,” he said.

He said the take off of the CFAO Yamaha Plant in Lagos brings the number of assembly plants located in Lagos to over 10, adding that the State still has the capacity to accommodate more plants.

Besides, Governor Ambode recalled how his administration, upon inception, prioritized the issue of making Lagos the first choice destination for foreign investment.

While stating that the State is open for business and serious investors, Governor Ambode assured investors and would-be investors that government would continue to invest in security, job opportunity and infrastructure which are the tripod upon which his administration was built.

He said: “We will therefore continue to invest in the critical infrastructure and security to guaranty safety and good return on investment. As a government, we will continue to explore ways to create an enabling environment to make your business thrive. We are committed to introducing new incentives for businesses in Lagos to enable them grow, support the society and take more of our youths off the street.

“The ease of doing business is of concern to us and as a result, we are working to improve the indices of doing business in Lagos while we continue in our commitment to carry out judicial and security sector reforms.”

Earlier, Chairman of CFAO Yamaha Motor Nigeria Limited, Mr. Gbenga Oyebode thanked Governor Ambode for making out time not only to personally attend the event, but also arriving on time, saying the development was an eloquent testimony of the Governor’s commitment to encourage investment in the State.

Also, Managing Director of the company, Mr. Olivier Levigne said the vision of the firm is to be the grand company and a great organisation that is an open enterprise and a leader in its chosen field.

The CFAO Yamaha Showroom and Assembly Plant has the capacity to produce 70, 000 Motorbikes annually.

May 13, 2016
Photos: Ambode receives committee encouraging corporate philanthropy

L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (3rd left); Secretariat, Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), Nigeria, Dr. Abia Nzelu; Convener, CECP, Mrs. Margaret Rose Adeleke; Deputy Governor, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluranti Adebule; member of Council, CECP & Publisher of The Guardian, Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru and member of Council, CECP, Chief (Mrs.) Kemi Nelson during a courtesy visit to the Governor by CECP Nigeria, at the Lagos House, Ikeja on Thursday, May 12, 2016.

L-R: Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (middle), with Secretariat, Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), Nigeria, Dr. Abia Nzelu; Convener, CECP, Mrs. Margaret Rose Adeleke; member of Council, CECP & Publisher of The Guardian, Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru and member of Council, CECP, Chief (Mrs.) Kemi Nelson during a courtesy visit to the Governor by CECP Nigeria, at the Lagos House, Ikeja.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (right), exchanging pleasantries with member of Council, Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), Chief (Mrs.) Kemi Nelson (left) during a courtesy visit to the Governor by CECP Nigeria, at the Lagos House, Ikeja on Thursday, May 12, 2016. With them are Secretariat, CECP, Nigeria, Dr. Abia Nzelu (2nd left) and member of Council, CECP & Publisher of The Guardian, Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru (3rd left)

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (right), with member of Council, CECP & Publisher of The Guardian, Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru (2nd left); Secretariat, CECP, Dr. Abia Nzelu (3rd left) and Editor-in-Chief, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Mr. Ogundele Bodunde (left) during a courtesy visit to the Governor by CECP Nigeria, at the Lagos House, Ikeja.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (right), with Convener, Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), Mrs. Margaret Rose Adeleke; during a courtesy visit to the Governor.

May 12, 2016
Lagos to establish Mobile Cancer Centre

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday accepted the offer to raise funds toward the establishment of Mobile Cancer Centre for treatment of people who require such treatment, just as he expressed absolute commitment to providing efficient health care service delivery to all residents of the State.

Ambode, who said the major driving philosophy of his administration is to selflessly serve humanity especially by lifting people from their challenges, expressed the optimism that the establishment of the Cancer Centre in Lagos would be to the greater benefit of the people.

The Governor spoke at the Lagos House, Ikeja when he played host to the Board of Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP) led by its Convener and first female Chief Executive Officer of a publicly quoted company in Nigeria, Mrs. Adetutu Adeleke.

While lauding the initiative, Governor Ambode said his personal philosophy and personality was all about making life meaningful to the people and make positive impact in the society.

The CECP is co-promoted by the core bodies of the Organized Private Sector (OPS) and its main aim is to compliment the development effort of government by promoting the practice of collective philanthropy.

The CECP has also been at the vanguard of galvanizing individuals and corporate organizations toward donating for the building of Mobile Cancer Centres across the country.

Governor Ambode, who described the initiative of the group as very laudable and selfless considering the focus on the health sector, assured of his readiness and commitment to support the course which the CECP has decided to take on, especially in raising funds towards the building of a Mobile Cancer Centre in Lagos.

He said: “It is so heartwarming that ordinarily the course which you decided to pursue is in sync with my personal philosophy and even my personality. What is important here is that you have decided to take on something that is selfless and it is coming from a passion to give back to humanity and that is the philosophy of this administration.

“What we have been practicing in this administration that came on board with change mantra is to be able to make a difference to the people and also to touch them as much as possible and ensure a government of inclusion in which nobody is left behind.

“It is on that note that I like to let you know that our administration is committed fully to providing efficient health service delivery to our people. The initiative which you have taken especially on the health sector is laudable and I have no other reason than to compliment, support and also practically do everything to touch our people positively.

“You will recall that just recently, we were able to sign up a project that would give us a world class Medical Park in Ikoyi and we are also strongly supporting those with bone marrow issues and the essence of all is to ensure that we lift our people away their challenges,” he said.

Earlier, Adeleke thanked Governor Ambode for his good works in the State, and urged him to support the group in its drive to either totally eradicate or reduce cancer to a barest minimum.

She specifically invited Governor Ambode to be the first Governor in Nigeria to be inaugurated as the Patron of the CECP and use his birthday on June 14, 2016 to raise funds for the Mobile Cancer Unit, a request which was granted by the Governor.

While granting the request, Governor Ambode said: “I humbly accept your offer of being the patron of this group and also accept to lead the fight against cancer. With my humble self and my friends and supporters of this government, I know that we will have a successful event.”

Other notable Nigerians, who accompanied Adeleke on the courtesy visit to the Governor, are Publisher of the Guardian Newspapers, Lady Maiden Alex-Ibru; Southwest Women Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Kemi Nelson; Executive Secretary of CECP, Dr. (Mrs.) Abia Nzelu, among others.

May 12, 2016
Impossible to run states with falling oil prices – Ambode

With the falling oil prices in the international market, Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode said that it is currently impossible to run any state in Nigeria.

He threw his weight behind granting of 18 months moratorium to states in order for them to have more money to meet their obligations in the face of the economic crisis.

The governor spoke with State House correspondents after meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

He said: “There is nothing wrong in asking for moratorium. Lagos State has just restructured its bond programme. It is about financial intelligence.

“The states are not saying they are not going to pay back. We are saying that based on the present circumstances, we can hold down principal payments and just take interest.

“Maybe for a while, let us also ask for moratorium to be able to pay principal at a future date. The issue is that you cannot operate a state in the manner in which the financial in flows are coming now. It is very difficult. We have to be realistic.

“It is like any other organization. If the inflows are not up to what the fixed costs are like, you have to do something drastic and that is what we are all doing.

“I am an accountant first before being a politician. You need to see the numbers. The numbers do not tally.

“It has nothing to do with the status you are finding yourself now. It is about the past record, it is about the present status and it is about taking drastic decisions to be able to allow the state’s to stay afloat,” he stated.

On the purpose of his visit to the President, he said that he came to thank him on behalf of Lagos State and the people of the state on the outcome of his visit to China.

He said: “You will recall that Lagos State is a major beneficiary of that visit. The Lagos metro rail project of about $2.5bn is being signed up by Nigeria and the President.

“The Lagos-Kano rail project and other projects are also there. There are many benefits coming to Lagos State. That is why it is important to come and thank him personally,” he said.

He also noted that people will always oppose government policies and programmes just as they criticized the President’s visit to China.

“What is important is about the majority of people who are going to benefit from it.

“For Lagos, we cannot do any other thing than to say thank you,” he added

April 29, 2016
Ambode tasks information agencies on public confidence

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, on Friday at the maiden edition of the retreat for public officers in Lagos State, charged information agencies in the State to ensure they effectively build public confidence in government policies and programmes.

The Governor, who was represented at the event by the State’s Head of Service Mrs. Olabowale Ademola, said that the retreat was organized among other reasons to afford public affairs officer opportunity to reassess the effectiveness of the information machinery of government, identify areas where they can improve and proffer solutions.

Ambode while speaking on the importance of centrality of information to human existence noted that the right to information is an inalienable rights guaranteed by the United Nations declarations.

He therefore described the prompt approval to redesignate information officers in the state’s civil service to public affairs officers as not just doing needful and necessary but also an attestation to the unflinching commitment of his administration to human capital development.

While promising to sustain the development, he said that “the tripod policy thrust of security, infrastructure development and job creation cannot be effectively implemented without properly disseminating, reinforcing and linkage by strategic and dynamic information machinery.”

He said that the various information organs of the state have the capacity to perform more than they presently also urged public affairs officers to perform optimally in order to be more visible and relevant so that the people can key into the various reforms the administration is undertaking in the area of traffic control, taxation, employment generation and public security.

According to the governor, “Considering the cosmopolitan nature of Lagos, one critical area that public affairs officers must be ready to contend with is crisis management”

Earlier in his welcome address, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Steve Ayorinde, explained that the acceptance and subsequent hosting of the retreat by the Governor was borne out of his belief in the responsibilities entrusted in the Ministry of Information and Strategy and its officers to be well equipped and prepared for the challenges in present day public information management.

He also noted that the retreat will help participants in outlining strategies for a rejuvenated public sector information management.

Ayorinde urged public affairs officers to use the occasion of the retreat to interact, rub minds on contemporary issues and challenges that affects the profession as well as acquiring knowledge and forge new network necessary for the growth of the profession.

April 8, 2016
Lagos will continue to celebrate Braithwaite’s ideals – Ambode
- Our Dad has left a vacuum, so hard to fill – Daughter
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday paid a condolence visit to the family of the late foremost nationalist and prominent lawyer, Dr. Tunji Braithwaite in Victoria Island, saying the state government will continue to celebrate the ideal he stood for.

The governor, who was accompanied on the visit by members of the State Executive Council, said his demise was a major loss not just to Lagos State but also Nigeria.

He said: “On behalf of Lagos State, I want to say that this is something that thoroughly touched us; we are concerned about it and we would like to take deeper part in whatever you want to do to honour him because this is a great loss to Lagos and this is a great loss of a great man of Lagos and we intend to celebrate him in that manner also.

“Whatever it is that we do even as a government or as a party, they are things that always project us. If there is any person that is on the side of the masses or the poor, this is one thing that Dr. Tunji Braithwaite believed in. He preached it; confessed it and fought it during his lifetime.

“He was always thoroughbred. That is why we have come here not only console or say just anything. But we must equally point out that everything I am also doing is on the side of the poor and is on the side of the majority, which he believed in; which he confessed; which he stood for during his lifetime.

“Notwithstanding, whatever challenges we have on the way, the only thing we have joy about is that he lived a Christian life from the beginning to the end. I just shared his widow some of the legacies that the Braithwaite left in Anglican Church in Epe and the things they continue to do also. My prayer is that wherever he left his sermon, we will take it up and also make sure that the philosophy of what he believed in does not die here.

“I want to console with the rest of the family. The name Braithwaite will never die. I believe strong that any time that we are reading any legal matter or any other issue that relate to constitutionalism in Nigeria, his own side of the story will remain indelible.”

Speaking on behalf of the family Dr. Omowunmi Braithwaite thanked the governor for finding time, despite his busy schedule to come and commiserate with them.

She said her father’s demise had left a void in their lives that will forever remain difficult to fill, but they were drawing strength from his legacies and his love for God.

“We love our father; he has left a huge void in our lives and his footsteps impossible to fill. But we take comfort in what he has left as a legacy, as you have said, for us as a family and the nation.

“Daddy did not compromise under any circumstances with his family. We thank God for the fact that he was such a forthright and God-fearing man and fearless on many levels and as I have said to some other people, he was not up for sale at any level.

“We thank God for him because great people are born not made and daddy was a great man. I know he will live forever in our hearts and he will go down in Nigerian history as one of the greatest men who ever lived in Nigeria,” she said.
March 30, 2016
Photo: Wives of Ambode, Fashola at Winning Edge Conference in Lagos

Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (middle), with Wife of Minister for Power, Works & Housing, Dame Abimbola Fashola (left) and Group Managing Director, Rose of Sharon Group, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija (right), during the 2016 Women on the Winning Edge Conference organized by the Funke Felix-Adejumo Foundation, at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, on Sunday, January 17, 2016

Wife of Minister for Power, Works & Housing, Dame Abimbola Fashola; Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, Group Managing Director, Rose of Sharon Group, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija; former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Princess Adebisi Sosan and Mrs. Francina Norman, during the 2016 Women on the Winning Edge Conference organized by the Funke Felix-Adejumo Foundation, at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.

Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (3rd right), Bishop Felix Adejumo; his Wife & Convener, Women on the Winning Edge, Pastor Funke Felix-Adejumo; Wife of Minister for Power, Works & Housing, Dame Abimbola Fashola; Group Managing Director, Rose of Sharon Group, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija and former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Princess Adebisi Sosan, during the 2016 Women on the Winning Edge Conference organized by the Funke Felix-Adejumo Foundation, at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.

Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode (right), exchanging pleasantries with Wife of Minister for Power, Works & Housing, Dame Abimbola Fashola, during the 2016 Women on the Winning Edge Conference organized by the Funke Felix-Adejumo Foundation, at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.

January 18, 2016