Hon. Ojora Iyabode Rafat, the youngest Special Adviser in Lagos State, has expressed profound appreciation to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Lagos State Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, and other political leaders following her appointment as Special Adviser on Tourism and Culture in Ifelodun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State.

In a special appreciation message, Ojora gave glory to Almighty God for the grace and favour upon her life, noting that the appointment is both an honour and a call to greater service.

She commended President Tinubu for his visionary leadership and commitment to nation-building, which she said continues to inspire a new generation of Nigerians.

Ojora also appreciated her principal, Ambassador Barrister Oluwaseyi Tinubu, Okanlomo of Yorubaland, for his role in supporting the Renewed Hope agenda and for empowering young people with opportunities to become stakeholders and decision-makers at various levels of governance.

She further expressed gratitude to Hon. Moremi Ojudu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Southwest Community Engagement, for her guidance, leadership and encouragement.

The newly appointed Special Adviser also thanked Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for his continuous support for youth inclusion and for creating an enabling environment where young people can contribute meaningfully to governance in the state.

Ojora equally acknowledged the Chairman of Ifelodun LCDA, Mayor Dr. Olufemi Akanbi Okeowo, for the confidence reposed in her through the appointment, describing his leadership and commitment to development as inspiring.

She also appreciated the lawmaker representing the constituency at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Lukman Saad Olumoh (AJIF 01), for his steadfast leadership and support.

Her appreciation extended to members of the G-17 Ifelodun, the Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, party leaders, the legislative arm of Ifelodun LCDA, and other stakeholders whose support and encouragement made the appointment possible.

Ojora also acknowledged Hon. Babatunde Abdulazeez (Blade) for his political guidance, as well as party leaders and members across the branches for believing in her capacity.

Describing her appointment as not just a privilege but a responsibility, Ojora reaffirmed her commitment to working with all stakeholders to promote tourism, culture, youth development and community advancement, while creating opportunities that empower young people to thrive.