IWD: Hon. Princess Dr. Folashade Olabanji-Oba Inspires Women | Cliptv Online

Ahead of International Women’s Day, Hon. Princess Aarebirin Dr. Folashade Olabanji-Oba delivered an inspiring message to women and youths. She urged them to actively participate in politics and pursue educational endeavors. Speaking during a panel discussion at Ita-Elewa, Ikorodu, she emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities to make a positive impact on society. It was an occasion of Grassroot Leadership Summit. The summit, focused on initiative leadership, governance for inclusive development

Embracing Political Participation

Nevertheless, Dr. Oba encouraged women and youths not to shy away from politics despite societal apprehensions. She highlighted the necessity of having more women in politics for a better world, emphasizing that women are uniquely positioned to bring about positive change in leadership.

Leadership with Love and Passion

Drawing from personal experience, Dr. Oba however, emphasized the significance of leading with love and passion. She shared anecdotes from her upbringing, underscoring the importance of courage and resilience instilled by her mother. Dr. Oba urged younger women to fearlessly engage in politics while emphasizing the importance of education.

Diversifying Income Sources

While advocating for political participation, Dr. Oba also emphasized the importance of having alternative sources of income or skills. She therefore, encouraged women to pursue additional avenues of financial stability, referring to it as having a “second address” to avoid susceptibility to temptation.

Barr. Ahmed Dada Abbas’s Insights

Barr. Abbas highlighted the role of leadership in setting agendas and pushing individuals to realize their potential. He emphasized the importance of self-belief and encouraged youths to view themselves as reservoirs of solutions. Barr. Abbas urged the audience to proactively seek challenges and offer innovative solutions, affirming that even youths can influence government decisions.

Grassroots Leadership Summit

Amb. Okosodo Patricia, the convener, shed light on the purpose of the leadership summit. Emphasizing its focus on addressing societal challenges and providing mentorship to youths. She stressed the importance of grassroots leadership and community service, noting that mentorship plays a crucial role in nurturing future leaders.

Conclusion

Finally, others in attendance includes, Mayor Deen Sanwoolu, DG. iCare Foundation, Alabi Opeyemi Oladimeji, Senior Special Adviser on Youth development and mobilization. The messages conveyed by the panelists underscore the significance of active participation in politics, education, and community service. Their insights serve as a beacon of inspiration for women and youths, urging them to strive for positive change and become influential leaders in their communities.