COWLSO REWARDS PARTICIPANTS WITH NEW HOUSE, GAC TRUCK, RETURN TICKETS TO GHANA, LONDON, OTHERS

Yomi Durojaye 

… As Governor Sanwo-Olu Gives Lucky Participant ₦20 Million Prize, Lauds Cowlso’s Enduring Legacies 

The 25th National Women’s Conference of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) came to a colourful and memorable close on Thursday night at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, with several lucky participants emerging winners of exciting star prizes, including a brand-new GAC pickup, a new home, and a ₦20 million cash reward, among other star prize winners. 

The high point of the glamorous Gala Night on Wednesday was the announcement of a ₦20 Million Prize award to Mrs. Florence Obayomi-Davies, a staff member of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu.

Other star prize winners included Mrs. Olusola Oduguwa, a retired Permanent Secretary and pensioner, who became the proud owner of a new home, and Ms. Thelma Abidemi Madume, a staff of Coker Aguda LCDA, who went home with a brand-new GAC pickup truck.

Additionally, Mrs. Adekemi Folorunsho and Mrs. Ayisat Yebode each won return tickets to Ghana, while Mrs. Oluwatoyin Bolanle Falade , the wife of Mosan-Okunola Vice Chairman received a return ticket to London.

As the 25th Annual National Women’s Conference came to a grand close on Thursday, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu lauded the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) for its enduring legacy of empowering women, transforming families, and inspiring generations. 

Delivering his closing address at the conference, the Governor described the milestone as not just a celebration of a legacy but a renewal of a movement dedicated to uplifting women and strengthening society.

“Over the past few days, we have not only celebrated a legacy, we have renewed a movement,” Sanwo-Olu said. “We have reflected on 25 years of purpose, passion, and progress. Together, we have envisioned the next generation of women who will carry this legacy forward.”

The Governor paid glowing tribute to the rebirth of COWLSO under the visionary leadership of Senator Oluremi Tinubu, OON, CON, who revitalised the organisation during her tenure as First Lady of Lagos State, and commended the dynamic leadership of the current Chairperson, Dr. Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, for sustaining the vision and expanding its impact across the state and nation.

“What began as a gathering of women with shared values has become a force that uplifts families, transforms communities, and shapes policy conversations across Nigeria,” he noted.

Sanwo-Olu urged women to take the spirit of COWLSO back to their communities by turning conference conversations into actionable impact, mentoring others, and leading with compassion and courage. “The next 25 years will depend on how boldly we continue to mentor, to serve, and to lead,” he added.

Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulated COWLSO on reaching its 25th anniversary, expressing optimism that its legacy of compassion, courage, and collaboration would continue to shine brightly for generations to come.

Speaking at the closing ceremony, the First Lady of Lagos State and Chairman of COWLSO, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu expressed profound joy and gratitude to God for the success of the Silver Jubilee edition of the conference, which had the theme: “25 Years of Visionary Legacy: Inspiring the Next Generation.”

She described the 25th anniversary edition as a true celebration of women’s strength, brilliance, and resilience, adding that the conference had provided participants with valuable insights and renewed purpose to drive change in their homes, workplaces, and communities.

“Our interactions over the past three days have once again shown that when women come together with passion and focus, the results are always inspiring,” Dr. Sanwo-Olu said. “The raffle draw winners remind us that every woman’s dream is valid and achievable.”

The First Lady commended all the distinguished guests who graced the conference, particularly the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, who joined virtually during the opening ceremony with a heartwarming goodwill message.

Dr. Sanwo-Olu further lauded the Conference Planning Committee led by Dr. (Mrs.) Olayemi Oke-Osanyitolu for their commitment and meticulous execution of the landmark edition. She extended appreciation to all COWLSO members, development partners, sponsors, and the media for their invaluable support.

Reaffirming COWLSO’s mission to continue inspiring and mentoring women, Dr. Sanwo-Olu charged participants to uphold the spirit of the Silver Jubilee by spreading the values of leadership, compassion, and service.

“Let us go forth as ambassadors of COWLSO’s Visionary Legacy, inspiring others and transforming our communities in ways that truly reflect the spirit of this Silver Jubilee,” she urged.

The Wednesday evening climaxed with the Gala Night, a radiant showcase of music, dance, laughter, and sisterhood, as delegates celebrated 25 years of impactful service, mentorship, and empowerment for women in Lagos State and beyond.

On behalf of COWLSO, the wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat, expressed profound appreciation to all who contributed to the success of the landmark silver jubilee edition. 

In the vote of thanks, Mrs. Hamzat acknowledged the faithfulness of God for the smooth and impactful hosting of the conference, themed “25 Years of Visionary Legacy: Inspiring the Next Generation.”

 Mrs. Hamzat charged participants to uphold the conference’s theme by continuing to build stronger and healthier communities for the good of Lagos State and Nigeria at large.

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Education: Sanwo-Olu Rewards EDD1 Agege Teacher, Other Outstanding Teachers With Brand New Cars | AgegePulse Magazine

 

… Lauds Teachers for Placing Lagos on National Pedestal

… Inaugurates Finalists as Ambassadors of the State

The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, today presented cars, among other gifts, to outstanding teachers and school administrators in the State in fulfilment of his promise to reward excellence and hard work in the teaching profession.

Speaking at the grand finale of the Y2020 Teachers Merit Awards held at the Sports Pavilion, Lagos House, Ikeja, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasised that the initiative is in line with the State Government’s commitment to using education as a weapon to change the world, adding that through education, which represents the third pillar of the present administration’s T.H.E.M.E.S agenda, a template was developed towards rewarding selflessness, dedication and diligence amongst teachers in the State.

While appreciating the feats achieved by teachers in the State, especially in national competitions, he declared that “Our teachers keep placing Lagos on national pedestal”.

Sanwo-Olu opined that if teachers have such exceptional qualities, pupils will not only excel in academics but will also exhibit innate sterling abilities in cognitive, psychomotor, affective and co-curricular areas of learning.

His words: “Our teachers must continue to uphold the ethics of the teaching profession and display an uncommon sense of responsibility and greater commitment to duty”.

The Governor affirmed that the group of awardees will serve as Lagos State Ambassadors of Excellence in Education for the next year, while advising the teachers not to see the initiative as a contest but a way to motivate them to continue to put in their best, believing that such commitment will one day be rewarded.

“We will continue the massive investment in the education sector by improving the capacity and welfare of our school personnel, making the sector more ICT-compliant, exposing our teachers to international best practices as well as ensuring that our schools become a destination for work and learning”, he asserted.

Earlier in her welcome address, the State Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, stressed that the event is indeed a testament to a promise made and fulfilled. She highlighted that the committee received over 3200 applications and through stringent evaluation criteria, they were able to select the finalists.

Mrs. Adefisayo lauded the Governor for his passion towards rewarding excellence, most especially enhancing the welfare of teachers, which adds value to the growth of the education sector.

The Commissioner informed that the finalists will be showcased and exposed to multiple opportunities which will enhance the vision of the State in restoring the prestige of the teaching profession and encourage the return of teaching as a career of choice for the youths.

Each of the winners of the Y2020 Award, which include Adesola Akindele, Temitope Gbadamosi, Temitope Ibiwunmi, Rasheed Odenike, Rebecca Oyinloye, Oluwaseun Balogun, Joshua Olasehinde, Abosede Padonu-Daniel, Ekundayo Ajiborisade, Tolulope Odusanya, Tawakalitu Akinleye and Ovinuyon Buhari, was presented with a car, tablets and plaques among other gifts by the State Government.

Responding on behalf of the awardees, an elated Mrs. Ovinuyon Buhari expressed appreciation for the gesture by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, describing it as a dream come true.

Mrs. Buhari applauded the State Government for its commitment towards supporting teachers and ensuring their welfare is given utmost priority, noting that the screening process was indeed intense but fulfilling as they were able to learn better ways of delivering service to their respective schools.

She, therefore, promised the Governor that all the awardees will not relent in ensuring qualitative teaching is enshrined in all Lagos Schools.