Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele has stressed that Leadership is beyond the gender holding office, but rather about service, vision, integrity and overall opening doors for others.
Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele made this known while serving as one of the panelist with the topic ‘Dare to Dream : Women in Politics and Legislative Leadership’ commemorating the ‘The Nigerian Women’s Day, 30 years of Progress, Resilience, Impact and Renewed Hope, organized by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, held in New York, USA.
She noted that as Deputy Governor, she is constantly focused on using her position to create opportunities for women and young people, ensuring that governance reflects the needs of those we serve, such as actively championing the inclusion of women and youth in political structures, supporting female candidates and appointees at various levels of government.
The Deputy while underscoring the value of mentorship in leadership, revealed that she maintains a Cordial relationship with her female predessors as well as other notable female politicians added that their guidance, wisdom and experience has helped to her navigate the realities of a highly visible but often misunderstood role.
According to her, ” Such guidance as I have received from those who have gone before me has reinforced my belief in the importance of building a pipeline of future leaders, both men and women, the road is not easy, but if we continue to support each other, build strong networks, and push for meaningful inclusion, the landscape will change”
Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele also informed that in Ogun State, Government continues to demonstrate that when women lead, communities thrive, saying that though Politics is often described as a game of power, for her, it has been an opportunity to serve, uplift others and to support the vision of my principal, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON.
The Deputy Governor who charged those present to avoid praise singers concluded by pointing out that it was very important to stay grounded, underlying the fact that Politics is demanding and it is easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of public office, therefore making it imperative to surround oneself with people who will tell the truth, even when it is difficult to hear.
