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Focus on Disability Foundation Names Rilwan Olawale As Global Ambassador
By Eric Elezuo
The Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Focus on Disability Foundation, with branches in the United Kingdom, Nigeria, Ghana among others, Mr Abiodun Enitari Paseda, has announced notable philanthropist and Community leader, Alhaji Rilwan Olawale, as the foundation’s latest global ambassador.
Olawale, who is the Chairman, Rilyek Synergy Nigeria Limited as well as the Olori Odo of ijora kingdom in Lagos State, is reputed as a down to earth grassroots personality, whose stock in trade is the care of the needy in the society.
Announcing his appointment, Paseda said that Alhaji Olawale’s heart and desire to reach out to the unreached among other rare qualities he possesses forms the basis for his choice as a global ambassador of the FOD brand.
“Here’s a man whose thoughts are always centred on how to be of assistance to the needy and indigent in the society. He is one of a kind, and that is why he deserves the honour of a global ambassador for Focus on Disability Foundation,” Paseda said.
In his response, free minded philanthropist, who is known in the social circle as Cooler, said he feels honoured to be considered for the position, adding that he would not rest on his oars, but intensify his efforts to reach out to as many that needs his assistance to the best of his abilities.
“I am so honoured to be considered as global ambassador of Focus on Disability Foundation. I promise to continue in my efforts to see to the needs of those who genuinely needs my assistance to the best of my abilities.
I thank the Founder, Abiodun Paseda, for this consideration. God will help us,” he said.
Focus on Disability Foundation is a non governmental organization saddled with the responsibility of taking care of the needs of the disabled among other indigents in the society. It was founded by Mr. Abiodun Paseda, and the organization has done so much charity work in various parts of Nigeria and United Kingdom.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that it would never be intimidated, distracted, or silenced in its push to realize a better Nigeria.
Spokesman of the ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, said this in reaction to the Supreme Court ruling, which affirmed David Mark’s leadership of the party.
Abdullahi said the judgment has affirmed that the Mark and Rauf Aregbesola leadership of the party is legitimate.
Abdullahi said: “The African Democratic Congress (ADC) congratulates all our members and leaders across the country on today’s Supreme Court ruling which affirmed the leadership of our party under Senator David Mark as National Chairman, and Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary.
“Today’s decision is a clear affirmation that our party, its structures, and its leadership under our National Chairman, Senator Mark, and our National Secretary, Ogbeni Aregbesola, are legitimate.
“We commend the five-man panel of the Supreme Court, whose unanimous judgment has today done great credit to the judiciary in our country and our political system.
“However, while we welcome this judgment, we do not mistake it for the end of the struggle. The events leading up to this moment have exposed a troubling pattern of interference, bad faith, and attempts to weaken opposition voices in Nigeria.
“Let it be clearly stated: the ADC will not be intimidated, distracted, or silenced. We remain resolute in our mission to provide Nigerians with a credible alternative.
“We therefore urge all our members, supporters, and democratic stakeholders across the country to remain vigilant.”
The campaign team of Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has announced that their leader, who is Governorship aspirant, has formally purchased the Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections in Lagos State.
The development was disclosed in a press statement issued on Wednesday by Gbenga Ogunleye, spokesperson for the Jandor campaign organisation, marking a significant step in Adediran’s bid to contest for the state’s top office.
According to the statement, the move underscores Adediran’s commitment to due process and strict adherence to the party’s internal democratic procedures.
The governorship aspirant also reiterated his alignment with the party’s decision to adopt direct primaries for all elective positions, expressing optimism that the process would enhance grassroots participation, strengthen unity within the party, and promote inclusiveness in the emergence of candidates.
Jandor further reaffirmed his loyalty to the National Leader of the APC and President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, while also paying tribute to party leaders in Lagos State for their continued guidance and commitment to progressive ideals.
He also extended gratitude to members of the JAGABAN–JANDOR 2027 Movement, young Lagosians, and supporters who contributed financially towards the purchase of the nomination forms, commending their dedication and belief in his leadership capacity.
Jandor assured party members and residents of Lagos State that his governorship ambition is rooted in unity, inclusiveness, and a commitment to sustaining and advancing good governance under the APC platform.
All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Lagos State, Samuel Ajose, has declared that the endorsement of Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the next governor by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) will not stand.
GAC, regarded as the highest decision-making body of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State, endorsed Hamzat, as its consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
The decision was reached during a closed-door meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, indicating an early alignment within the ruling party ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Speaking after the session, GAC leader, Tajudeen Olusi, said members unanimously agreed on Hamzat, expressing confidence in his ability to sustain and build on the state’s developmental progress.
Olusi explained that the meeting was convened to deliberate on the party’s forthcoming primaries and assess the governorship position ahead of the 2027 elections.
Speaking about the GAC adoption of Hamzat as Lagos APC consensus 2027 governorship candidate on Arise News on Tuesday, Ajose said that Sanwo-Olu and others are trying to force President Tinubu into making a decision.
“I don’t think our president, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is giving in to what they are doing.
“What they are just trying to do is to coerce him into taking a decision, and I don’t think that decision will stand.”
