FCTA: Adedayo Laniyi Appointed Women Affairs Mandate Secretary

By Remi Johnson

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs. Adedayo Benjamin-Laniyi as the Mandate Secretary for the newly created Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, (FCTA).

She is to play a pivotal role in promoting the well-being and empowerment of women and children in the Federal Capital Territory.

Mrs. Adedayo Benjamin-Laniyi born in 1965, from Ogun State, was appointed for her exemplary qualifications and dedication to public service with over 35 years of experience as 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 under 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.

Her deep understanding of the political landscape and her ability to navigate complex policy challenges will undoubtedly contribute to the advancement of women’s rights and well-being in the Federal Capital Territory.

Mrs Laniyi’s appointment further strengthens the formidable administrative team led by the FCT Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, and the Minister of State, Dr Mariya Mahmoud.

Edited By Grace Namiji