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# Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye

Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye (born December 23, 1973) is a Nigerian lawyer, entrepreneur, politician, and film producer. She was appointed by President Bola Tinubu as the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development on August 21, 2023.

## Quotes

* Women must be empowered. Without women, There won't be peace. When you empower a woman, you empowered 20 women.
** https://www.thecable.ng/women-should-be-exempted-from-paying-tax-says-minister
* The lawyer would face prosecution even if the wife refuses to press charges because his action is gender-based violence.
** https://dailytimesng.com/uju-kennedy-ohanenye-orders-arrest-of-lawyer-for-brutalizing-his-wife/
* Women should not pay tax in Nigeria.
** https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/653093-minister-denies-saying-women-shouldnt-pay-tax.html
* I am begging the Army, task force in motor park and Police, when my women, my Pink Riders start their Keke across the nation, leave them alone, just secure them for me, just give them security.
** https://leadership.ng/minister-denies-calling-for-tax-exemption-for-women/
* We need to break the barrier if we must move forward as a country, there is one thin line of barrier which we need to break and that is the barrier of non-inclusivity of women in politics but how do we include the women in decision making when only 10 percent of women presently own properties in the country,? That is to say that only 10 percent of women are eligible to join politics for now
** Uju Kennedy speaking on nation building
# Titilayo Laoye-Tomori

Titilayo Laoye-Tomori (born 21 December 1948) is Nigerian politician, she served as deputy governor of Osun State and commissioner for education from 2010 to 2018. She is colloquially known as “Ipinle Omoluabi” in Yoruba.

## Quotes

* this at the sixth Distinguished Lecture of Mountain Top University, Magboro, Ogun State, titled, ‘Education, Technology & National Development.
* I, therefore, call on all concerned to take educational investment as the one-factor elixir to our economic problems and a priority for sustainable economic growth and national development. Let us tackle the challenges in our educational system as if our lives and our national development depend on it. That is the only pathway to the greatness of our nation.
** https://punchng.com/tackle-education-challenges-ex-deputy-gov-tells-fg-others/
* She waived the immunity to appear personally before the coroner because of the importance of the probe.
** https://dailypost.ng/2017/05/15/isiaka-adelekes-death-sat-beside-late-senator-osun-deputy-governor-laoye-tomori/
* Government would continue to give top priority to education even in the face of economic challenges.
** https://www.tvcnews.tv/2017/10/osun-distributes-instructional-materials-worth-n200m-to-schools/
* We have put in place what we called ‘Edu Marshal.’ They are solely in charge of security in all our schools and our schools are adjudged the most secured in southwestern part of Nigeria. Security in the state is excellent and in schools, it is perfect.
** https://punchng.com/corps-members-posted-to-osun-schools-are-safe/
* The capabilities of our graduates are exemplified by the glowing exploits of the Nigerian youths in the new world of technology
** https://mtu.edu.ng/mtu-news/the-federal-and-state-governments-must-proactively-tackle-the-menace-of-out-of-school-children--chief-mrs-laoye-tomori-at-the-6th-mtu-distinguished-lecture
# Kikelomo Longe

Kikelomo Longe also known as Kike, is the current commissioner for Industry Trade and Investment of Ogun State. She studied accountancy at the University of Lagos UNILAG and graduated with a second class upper Bsc. degree in Accounting.

## Quotes

* My passion of helping young minds fulfil their purpose propelled me to become a member of the counselling team of the ‘Apostles in the Market Place’ that provides counselling to young professionals on ethics and overcoming career and personal challenges.
** Kikelomo Longe's Passion
* We also invited business member organisations such as the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Chambers of Commerce, Mines and Agriculture and it was a nice avenue for these entrepreneurs to come in contact with various stakeholders that they come across in the course of their businesses.
** Kikelomo speaking in an interview
# Binta Mamman

Binta Mamman is a female politician from Niger State, Nigeria. She is a Business Administration graduate. Prior to her venturing into politics she was a house wife.

## Quotes

* The task of transforming Niger State is a herculean but doable task.
* The first four months, which coincides with our nation’s Independence anniversary are indeed symbolic and quite eventful. You will agree with me that His Excellency is working tirelessly and deliberately to bring his policy thrusts and campaign promises to reality
** https://punchng.com/building-a-new-niger-herculean-but-achievable-information-commissioner/
* Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has issued directives to the Commissioner for Mineral resources to ensure full implementation of the executive ban on illegal mining operations in the State.
* the policies are underway to foster long-term economic growth and create jobs, while balancing environmental concerns.
** https://tribuneonlineng.com/niger-govt-promises-citizens-improved-livelihood/
* The state government has authorised a waiver for the employment of qualified healthcare professionals to address the shortage of health workers in the state.
** https://leadership.ng/niger-state-lifts-embargo-on-recruitment-of-health-workers/
* Finance and male domination are the main challenges I encountered when I set out to contest in 2015. People also thought I was wasting my time because I was seeking election in a PDP strong hold.
** https://thenationonlineng.net/people-thought-i-was-wasting-my-time-niger-assembly-only-female-rep/
# Mariam Masha

Mariam Temitope Masha is the senior special assistant to the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on humanitarian interventions. Prior to that appointment, she served as the senior special assistant to the president of Nigeria on internally displaced persons.

## Quotes

* The pupils were trained in coding and programming, computer web design and agricultural programmes and other vocations to make them develop an entrepreneurial mindset that will make them self dependent and sufficient in the future.
** https://punchng.com/154-orphans-graduate-from-northeast-childrens-trust-school/
* The centre is a place to nurture, empower and renew our children and I believe right here before us, is proof that the North children's trust can deliver on that mandate.
** https://www.thecable.ng/photos-154-pupils-orphaned-by-insurgency-graduate-from-borno-learning-centre
* It has been largely successful through the support of our home here in Borno State. I must therefore recognise the government of Borno State through the various ministries, departments and agencies, our respected traditional leaders and other relevant stakeholders who are to mention; all of whom have played a critical role in the success we see today.
* The teachers and caregivers “are not just knowledge transfer instructors but are facilitators of knowledge.
** https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/486777-boko-haram-learning-centre-graduates-154-children-in-borno.html
* Another key focus is to increase the number of children getting into tertiary institutions by compressing the existing curriculum to accommodate all components of the programme including vocational skills training, and the adoption of modern teaching methods through the use of Visual Intelligence among others.
** Mariam Masha speaking on educational challenges
* The Learning Center is more than just a school. Having witnessed your development and progress over these years we can boldly say that you are ready to face the world because we have heard from you.
** https://punchng.com/154-orphans-graduate-from-northeast-childrens-trust-school/
# Badiyya Hassan Mashi

Badiya Hassan Mashi is an academic, permanent secretary and current commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Katsina State.

## Quotes

* These reasons among others are the major hurdles faced by women in politics. This present limited participation of women in political life is fundamentally an expression of their underprivileged situation in the society.
* However, women should know that Islam as a religion is not a barrier to women participation in politics. So women who hide under Islam to avoid political activities should desist from such.
** https://independent.ng/cultural-barriers-hurdle-to-womens-participation-in-politics-badiyya/
* The support will assist entrepreneurial women to expand the capital base of their micro businesses and become more self-sustaining.
** https://businesspost.ng/general/aisha-buhari-supports-400-petty-traders-in-katsina-with-cash/
* We empowered the women in vocational skills and agriculture related enterprises like poultry, fisheries, irrigation farming. The government after training them also supported them with soft loans to start the businesses of their own.
** https://independent.ng/katsina-empowers-20000-women-on-vocational-skills-agriculture/
* There was a need for capacity building to enhance women’s skills and knowledge on how to participate in political activities.
** https://independent.ng/cultural-barriers-hurdle-womens-participation-politics-badiyya/
* Each woman will receive N5,000 as start-up capital to enhance her business. Our motive is to empower them economically to enable them to kick start their petty businesses or build on what they have started.
** https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2019/03/17/katsina-earmarks-n196m-for-orphans-women-empowerment/
# Kemi Nelson

Olukemi "Kemi" Nelson (9 February 1956 – 17 July 2022) was a Nigerian politician and socialite. She was the Executive Director of the Nigerian Insurance Social Trust Fund (NSTIF).

## Quotes

* “First and foremost, there is nothing that says a woman cannot be a president in Nigeria because we have women who could even perform better than the men but the African culture has really restrained our women, we are just coming out gradually. Men have started accepting the fact that we must have to share this space, that they must have to allow us share this space with them. And that it is a gradual process, I am sure you would be surprised that by the time we would have a female president, it is the men that would nominate them, you would be surprised. It is happening everywhere now.”
** Interview granted Daily Sun on 07-10-2009.
* “I know that Lagos State has many skill acquisition centres and that graduates of the centres are empowered with kits and some token. But if you train a woman as a florist, you must equip the woman with necessary kits. A lot of them have been accused of selling their kits. It is true. If I am not trained to be a hair dresser and you give me a kit for hair dresser, I will sell it.”
** 30 August 2016. Quoted at an empowerment programme organized by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation for vulnerable women.
* “In politics, men still believe that women will challenge their authority and so they are scared of competition, that is why they work against women’s interest during the elections.”
** Speaking at a strategy meeting of the women’s platform for gender equality in Lagos State organized by the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Center (WARDC) on 04 February 2017.
* My prayer is that they should have twins. I wish them success.
** Kemi Nelson speaking at her son’s wedding

## Quotes about Kemi Nelson

* “As the only female member of the Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), Kemi Nelson continued to be part of the governance structure that led to the transformation of Lagos State into the Centre of Excellence it has become”.
** 18 July 2022. President Muhammadu Buhari condolence message to the government and people of Lagos State.
* “We shall never forget Yeye Nelson. For her past sacrifice for Lagos and indeed Nigeria, she will be remembered. For her commitment to the womenfolk and the downtrodden, she will be celebrated.”
** 19 July 2022. The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressed sadness over the passing of Chief Kemi Nelson.
* She” had touched so many lives and affected many lives. She means so many things to so may people. She played her part.”
** August 27 2022 Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State speaking at the funeral of Chief Kemi Nelson.
* “RIP Chief Mrs. Kemi Nelson. Our great party has lost a front-line woman leader, democrat and urbane individual whose progressive politics positively inspired many.”
** https://twitter.com/officialapcng/status/1548687887046148106?lang=en
# Emma Wareus

Emma Wareus (born 28 July 1990 in Gaborone) is a Botswana model and beauty queen who won first runner up at the 2010 Miss World pageant on October 30, 2010 in Sanya, China. She has received her Masters Degree from Elliott School of International Affairs and now she is working as a Director of Operations for a tech company. She is also a poet, performing artist, story teller and dancer.

## Quotes
### "Wareus rooting for Miss Botswana" (2017)

    "Wareus rooting for Miss Botswana", by Mathala S (September,2017) Retrieved 21/11/2022
* Self-confidence is key. You do not have to have the best shoes or a designer dress; you just have to be true to yourself.
* Botswana is a country of morals, respect and pride. It is truly a beautiful peaceful country that has earned its name in the global village.
* The only thing is to be original. You have to be yourself.

### "The Miss World Crown is for Palesa Molefe-Emma Wareus" (2021)

    "The Miss World Crown is for Palesa Molefe-Emma Wareus" by Motsumi G (November 2021), From The Botswana Gazette Retrieved 21/11/2022
* I strongly believe that animals are a crucial part in a human's life; we need other companions besides our fellow humans to share joyous, sad and emotional moments. Pets just always seem to be the unsurpassed friend and the best listeners.
* I am who I am today because somebody believed in me.

### "Emma Wareus Talks Miss World, Being Miss Botswana, Love Life, Living In Washington & More"

    Emma Wareus Talks Miss World, Being Miss Botswana, Love Life, Living In Washington & More w/TKay by TKay accessed 21/11/2022
* You have to be determined within yourself.
* Understand your vision and stick with it.
* Understand that your mental health is real.
# Franca Afegbua

Franca Afegbua (20 October 1943 – 12 March 2023) was a Nigerian beautician and politician who represented Bendel North in the Nigerian Senate in 1983. Elected as a National Party of Nigeria (NPN) senator, she was the first elected woman senator in Nigeria.

## Quotes

* I contested as Miss Kaduna and I won. I was living in Kaduna then. I contested a few beauty contests and I won.
** https://www.thecable.ng/obituary-afegbua-the-first-female-senator-who-inspired-women-participation-in-politics, (The Cable, March 13, 2023)
* First, I saw that my section of the country where I belonged, my people were not well represented and had nothing to show for what they do, so I decided to go in and help.
* I expected opposition so it was not a surprise. I just ignored it and went ahead to do what I wanted to do. I was able to get the party ticket the same way as everybody else. I was able to persuade people to vote for me by telling them why I was going into politics which was to represent my people and be a voice for them. I answered any question anyone asked. I was also up against other women and youths.
** https://placbeam.com/2022/04/28/women-in-politics-more-reliable-than-men-says-nigerias-first-elected-female-senator-chief-franca-afegbua/
# Popeye

Popeye is the lead character from the Thimble Theatre comic strip. Since 1933, he has been adapted into several other media, including theatrical animated shorts, animated television series, radio programs, feature films, and more.
* (Castor Oyl: Hey there, are you a sailor?) "Ja' think I'm a cowboy?" - Popeye's first line in the comic strip, therefore his first line in any medium. Quoted in Popeye: An Illustrated Cultural History by Fred Grandinetti, McFarland, 2004 (p. 3).
* I yam what I yam and tha's all what I yam." -- Popeye the Sailor
* Well blow me down! -- Popeye
* "That's all I can stands, cuz I can't stands n'more!" - Popeye
* I'm strong to the finach, 'cause I eats me Spinach, I'm Popeye the sailor man! (toot, toot) - Popeye (from theme song)
* Olive Oyl says that she don't want to be with no unedumacated ignoramousk. So I'll be an EDUMACATED ignoramousk! (and he enrolls) - Popeye
* I'd gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today. - J. Wellington Wimpy
* Let's you and him fight. - J. Wellington Wimpy
* Help, Popeye! Save me! (among other variations) --Olive Oyl
* You keep your hands to you, that's what you are! --Olive Oyl
* Don't you DARE 'reproach' me! --Olive Oyl (she means to say "approach")
* Oh, Popeye! --Olive Oyl
* I'll take you all on one at a time!
* Where's the entrance to the exit?
* Oh yeah? WHAM! (from the earlier cartoons)
* A-gah-gah-gah-gah-gah-gah! (Popeye's laugh)

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"I mean what I say and I say what I mean".
# Funmi Tejuosho

Adefunmilayo Tejuosho (née Smith) (born 25 March 1965) is a Nigerian politician who is a fourth term Lagos State House of Assembly legislator, representing Mushin Constituency I.She is the chairperson of the Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Finance.

## Quotes

* We have so much to gain. Any position of authority you put a woman, she tries to put in extra effort to ensure she does not disappoint. She knows that all eyes are on her.
** Gain of the people if they vote a female speaker (May 2015)
* ...And their focus begins to shift from things that don’t have meaning in their lives. We should focus on things that will make our female children to excel.
** Encouragement and giving hopes to female (2015)
* The society should accommodate the needs of the less privileged. Our laws should look at the issues and balance them.
** Speaking about society during an interview
* If a woman can train a man and he becomes the president, why can’t the woman herself become the President, Governor, or Speaker? So not only are women ready, we are capable to lead in all ramifications.
* "Women appearance going beyond the 30 percent appointments the Beijing Declaration provides (3 May 2015)
* I don’t think it is a matter of control rather a matter of working together as a team to move Lagos State forward, I believe that as a legal practitioner who has worked with a lot of men and has been able to head my own legal which is doing very well, I have the capacity to lead the House.
** Funmi speaking in an interview
# Ajibola Ponnle

Ajibola Ponnle was born 9th September,1973 she is the founder/Group CEO of Human investment group Africa,she has also written several articles like “lesson to the elder”.she is the current commissioner for Lagos State Ministry of Establishments, Training and Pensions appointed by Lagos State Governor.

## Quotes

* it was imperative for the various agencies and members of staff to be prepared to complement the vision of the government in its quest to achieving a greater Lagos.
** On the importance of complementing the vision of the government
* I am pleased to inform you that the Lagos State Government has paid over N42bn only as accrued pension rights to 11,349 retirees in the Mainstream, Local Government, State Universal Basic Board, Teaching Service Commission and other Parastatals of the State Government from May 2019 till date.
** Speaking on allocated funds for pension
* We are currently working on some reforms based on global best practices to reduce post-retirement financial difficulties. We are committed to building an environment that is safe, secure, and sustainable for all residents of Lagos state.
** Speaking om reforms been worked on
* The vision of the State government for a 21st century economy can only be achieved with a dedicated 21st century compliant workforce.
** On the importance of complementing the vision of the government
# Uzamat Akinbile Yussuf

Uzamat Akinbile Yussuf also known as Uzamat Folashayo Akinbile Yussuf (born 1976), She is a pharmacist, youth activist, a politician and philanthropist.

## Quotes

* Not long ago, one of our prominent drummers, Ara, held a meeting with us and went to Mr governor along with the Ministry of Youth and Social Development to discuss this very pathetic story of our young people being into different kinds of drugs and how they can use the entertainment platform that promotes it in the past to speak against it.
** https://punchng.com/lagos-plans-to-tackle-drug-abuse-with-entertainment/
* It is an unjust profiling of a people and culture as being barbaric and nefarious. It depicts a gang of murderers rampaging across the State .
** https://tribuneonlineng.com/total-abomination-lagos-govt-expresses-displeasure-over-gangs-of-lagos-film/
* the Adamu Orisha, popularly known as the Eyo Festival, is rarely observed and only comes up as a traditional rite of passage for Obas, revered Chiefs and eminent Lagosians.
** https://www.tvcnews.tv/2023/04/lagos-govt-accuses-gangs-of-lagos-movie-promoters-of-making-mockery-of-heritage/
* We would also be involving the ministry of health; we need to know where they are getting these drugs, so we can make it so difficult for them to access the drugs, and do different kinds of rehabilitation and civic engagements to make the public start speaking against it. So, it is going to be an inter-ministerial project for us in the state.
** https://punchng.com/lagos-plans-to-tackle-drug-abuse-with-entertainment/
# Nini Wacera

Nini Wacera (born 16 January 1978) is a Kenyan actress and casting director

## Quotes

** "I want to win awards, I want to celebrate life but life and reality is a mix of celebration and sorrow it doesn't demarcate, it is always fair.".
[Engage Talk]
# Nkiru Sylvanus

Nkiru Sylvanus (born 21 April 1985) is a Nigerian actress and politician.

## Quotes

* If you are at peace within yourself, every other thing will be right with you.
** Her reply when asked the secret to her more beautiful appearance
* Anybody can campaign for candidates of their choice, especially if you are doing it for genuine reasons. There is nothing wrong in campaigning, your reason for campaigning is what we should be talking about.
* It’s bad if you are supporting a politician when you know he is not genuine and only seeking political post because of his own selfish interests. But it’s a noble thing if you are supporting a politician because of the deep conviction you have about that person’s good manifesto for the people.
** Her take on politicians campaigning for politicians
* Social media has become some kind of demon. Everybody wants to talk about their private affairs on the social media.
** How everybody comes on social media to talk about their lives (March 2016)
* Well, controversy is part of life; if nobody talks about you then you don’t exist. So it’s actually good when people talk about you. It helps you to shape up your life and move forward and work harder to surprise people the more and make them understand that it’s not really about what they think. It’s about who you are and who you want to be.
** How she received controversies that have trailed her (12 March 2016)
* Well, settling down is what comes whenever it comes and it’s a thing of the mind. When you think your mind is ready to settle down then you do it.
** Her reply when asked if she is getting married soon