President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi as the Mandate Secretary for the newly created Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA.
This is contained in a statement by Anthony Ogunleye,the Director of Press to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT,Nyesom Wike.
The statement said Benjamins-Laniyi was appointed by the President for following her exemplary qualifications and dedication to public service.
The Ogun State born Benjamins – Laniyi, is a communications consultant, social entrepreneur, international mentor, and environmentalist.
“She attended Queens School Lagos for her secondary school education and is a 1989 graduate of English from the University of Ibadan.
“She has made significant contributions to society as a prominent compere and renowned motivational speaker. Her passion for social issues, particularly those affecting women and children, is evident in her remarkable work.
“She has also showcased her commitment to women’s political participation by aspiring for a senatorial position in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2022. As the Grand Matron of “Hope Again for FCT Women in Politics,” she has played a vital role in encouraging and mentoring women in the political arena,” he stated.
