Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu on Monday swore in Barrister Olufunke Rekiya Hassan as the Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA)
She succeeded her Boss, Hon Oladotun Olakanle who died on the 2nd of this month
Several dignitaries from across Lagos State and Ikeja Federal Constituency dropped out to celebrate with her
PROFILE:
Barr. Olufunke Rekiya Hassan was born and raised in Lagos State, She is deeply committed to serving her constituents and making a positive impact in her community.
Education:
B.L in Law, Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus.
L.L.M in Law, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
Professional Experience:
- She was the current Vice Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, serving since 2020 before her swearing-in
- Former Supervisor for the Department of Agriculture and Social Services Onigbongbo LCDA.
- Supervisor for the Department of Education, Onigbongbo LCDA.
- Previously served as APC assistant legal advisor for Onigbongbo LCDA.
- Served as the South West Social Secretary for the National Young Women in Politics Forum (NYWPF)
- She is a Rotarian, chartered member and the Chairman of the office for Youth Activities of Rotary Royal Ikeja Ambassadors Club and an International Member of Amnesty International
- She is the Founder of Elpis Initiative, a non-profit organization focused on breaking the cycle of weaponized poverty at the grassroots level through welfare drives, vocational trainings and support.
- She enjoys culinary arts, film and theatre, reading, and spending quality time with her family.
Barr Olufunke Rekiya Hassan is a visionary leader, renowned for her intelligence, empathy, integrity, and unwavering dedication to public service. Through her tireless advocacy for citizen partnership and collective nation building efforts, she continues to be a driving force for positive change in her community and beyond.
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