The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has a mission, to support education across Africa.
He exhibited this commitment recently when he hosted the winner of the 2024 Young Orators competition, Miss Folakemi Adebayo, a 200l Law student of the University of Ibadan at his office at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Complex Alausa – Ikeja some days ago.
This remarkable event, marked by the presence of representatives from the Peat Philips Foundation was a poignant acknowledgment of burgeoning talent in Nigeria.
The Young Orators delegation was hosted with utmost hospitality and conducted through the meeting seamlessly.
The invitation extended by the Speaker’s office served as a testament to the significance of the Young Orators initiative, a collaborative effort between the Peat Philips Foundation and Lagos Television, aimed at nurturing and showcasing the oratory skills of young individuals, thereby fostering leadership and public speaking abilities.
Amidst an atmosphere brimming with anticipation and appreciation, the Honourable Speaker greeted the delegation with enthusiasm, acknowledging the commendable efforts of the Peat Philips Foundation in shaping the future leaders of society. The winner, undoubtedly filled with pride and accomplishment, stood alongside representatives from the foundation, cherishing the auspicious occasion.
Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa commended the dedication and talent exhibited by the young orator, emphasising the importance of initiatives that empower and uplift the youth, recognizing them as the cornerstone of tomorrow’s society.
The encounter at the Lagos State House of Assembly serves as a beacon of hope, signaling a promising future for young orators and their invaluable contributions to society.
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