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<\/p>\nHistory was recorded as a Nigerian entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Arabel Islamic Nigeria, Mrs. Shareefah Abiola Andu emerged as the first female chairman of Lekki Phase 1 Residents Association (LERA).<\/p>\n
The founder of the popular Islamic merchandising brand in Nigeria was elected and sworn-in on Sunday, 8 December, 2024 alongside six executive members.<\/p>\n
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They are: Kevin Ebhojie, Vice Chairman; Yetty Ogunnubi, General Secretary; Toye Owodunni, Assistant General Secretary; Kola Oni, Financial Secretary; Kenneth Atuanya, Treasurer; and Akin Semowo, Publicity Secretary.<\/p>\n
The newly elected executive will direct the affairs of the highbrow residential estate for the next two years.<\/p>\n
In her welcome and maiden address, Mrs. Andu expressed appreciation to the members of the community for electing her as the first female chairman of the Lekki Phase 1 Residents Association.<\/p>\n
She said, \u201cFirst, let me take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the trust and confidence you have placed in me by electing me as the Chairman of our great association, LEKKI PHASE 1 RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (LERA). It is truly an honour.<\/p>\n
\u201cI was filled with a sense of responsibility when I became the first woman chairman of a zone in Lekki Phase 1 (Lekki Zone 3), where I served meritoriously for four years, and now, I am honoured to be the first woman chairman of the Lekki Phase 1 Residents Association. I am indeed grateful to God Almighty for His Grace.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday is a great day for our Association, when power is transitioning from one administration to the other without rancor. We have many challenges ahead of us, and I am confident that with our combined efforts, we will tackle all these issues and restore the glory of our dear community\u201d.<\/p>\n
Mrs Andu, who has made a name for herself in Nigeria as a successful business woman, acknowledged the incredibly dedicated individuals on her team, assuring of their promises to commit their time and energy to serve the community.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy team and I will pursue our STIMSS Agenda vigorously. What is the STIMSS Agenda? It is Security; Transportation and Traffic Management; Infrastructure enhancement; Membership drive; Sanitation; and Structural repositioning and Transparency.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe will collaborate with the Lagos State government and their agencies to achieve the desired results of a safe, secure, clean and peaceful Lekki Phase 1, where residents are happy to live and work.<\/p>\n
\u201cHard decisions will be taken, but they will be with a human face. Our core values will be built on transparency and you will be privy to our decision-making processes, the transactions we make on your behalf, and our finances, which will be published.<\/p>\n
\u201cI encourage each of you to voice your ideas, share your concerns, and become actively involved because your engagement is key to our success,\u201d Mrs Andu said.<\/p>\n
She also commended the hard work of the electoral committee (ECLERA), under the chairmanship of Amb. Olufemi George for their dedication and resilience, saying they performed excellently.<\/p>\n
Mrs Andu also thanked the outgoing Executive Committee led by Engr. Abayomi Idowu, Chairman; Sir Malachy Ezeoke, Vice Chairman; and Ms Funmi Adeogun, Secretary; for their service to the community.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe appreciate your selflessness and sacrifice, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavours,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n
Mrs Andu called on the members to embrace the spirit of community service, kindness, and communication.<\/p>\n
\u201cLet us learn from our failures, and always strive for progress. Together, we can build not just a neighbourhood but a community filled with connection, compassion, and joy,\u201d she noted.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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