In a surprising turn of events that set tongues wagging in the youth constituency in Epe and beyond, Kakalistiq.com reports that Comrade Giwa Murtala Moore, a rising prominent figure in Epe’s political landscape, received a momentous appointment on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024. The Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwoolu, thrilled the youth constituency with the announcement of Comrade Giwa Moore as Senior Special Assistant (SSA), tasked with driving the state’s progress and development.
The announcement took place during an interactive session on “Students as Strategic Partners for Youth Development,” hosted by Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu at the prestigious Adeyemi Bero Hall in Alausa-Ikeja, Lagos. The Governor’s acknowledgment of Comrade Giwa Moore’s influence and leadership within the state was evident as he, amongst two others, singled out the Epe-born political strategist and mobilizer during the event, eliciting a wave of excitement among attendees.
Reacting, Comrade Giwa Moore expressed his gratitude to Governor Sanwo-Olu. Despite the bittersweet circumstances surrounding the announcement and the loss of a relative and mentor earlier in the day, Moore revealed that the news came as a surprise to him, especially considering that he was not present at the event in Lagos. However, he acknowledged the honor bestowed upon him, even as he mourned the loss of a relative and political mentor earlier that day.
He affirmed his unwavering commitment to supporting the success of the THEMES Plus agenda—a transformative blueprint for the development of Lagos State. Moore emphasized his dedication to contributing to the state’s progress and pledged to leverage his new role to empower youth and drive positive change in Epe and beyond.
“I am deeply honored by this appointment and humbled by the trust he has placed in me. Despite the unexpected timing, I am fully committed to supporting the success of the THEMES Plus agenda and contributing to the progress and development of Lagos State.”
The event, themed “Students as Strategic Partners for Youth Development,” highlighted the significant role of student union leaders and stakeholders in shaping initiatives that promote youth development and tertiary education in Lagos State. The interactive session provided a platform for constructive dialogue, facilitating engagement between student leaders, stakeholders, and government representatives.
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s initiative underscores the importance of harnessing the potential of students as strategic partners in driving the future of communities. By involving them in decision-making processes and seeking their input, the government aims to tap into their ideas, perspectives, and energy for the collective growth and progress of the youth demographic.
