KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE STAKEHOLDERS PRESS BRIEFING
April 6, 2025.
Hon. Minister of Works (Dave Umahi)
Hon. Ajetunmobi Abudu Saheed, CEO of Ultimer Platanium Square, met with Hon. Minister of Works (Dave Umahi) addressing Stakeholder’s on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project in Lagos.
Hon. Ajetunmobi’s: Remarks and Acknowledged Minister Umahi’s dedication to President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed-Hope Agenda for future prosperity. He expressed appreciation for the minister’s commitment to the project’s success.
Hon. Minister of Works: Commitment and also expressed his dedication to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. Announces that compensation will be adequately awarded as soon, to the session-2 affected property owners along the corridor.
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is a (700km Project) connecting the southern region from Lagos State to Cross River State.
Please, kindly watch the video briefing on the Link below for more insights. The project aims to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
MEET YUSUF OLAYINKA SULAIMAN – THE NEXT TOWULADE OF AKINALE, A MAN MANY MAY NOT KNOW ENOUGH
Introduction
My name is Sulyman Adedotun Adewunmi, Managing Director and CEO of ZADCON LIMITED. I am a licensed and practicing professional builder. At a recent event, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with an old comrade and friend, Sulaiman Olayinka Yusuf. What caught my attention immediately was his regal appearance — he was dressed in full royal attire, a sight that piqued my curiosity.
Knowing him as someone who has always embodied simplicity in both appearance and lifestyle, I couldn’t help but ask what occasion warranted such an elegant display. His response was both surprising and inspiring: he had been nominated by his entire family lineage to contest for the prestigious royal stool of Towulade of Akinale in Ogun State. Instantly, memories of our days at Kwara Polytechnic, Ilorin came flooding back. Over 22 years ago, we both served in the National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOS) — I as the Public Relations Officer and Sulaiman as my Assistant. He later rose through the ranks to serve as Auditor and then Vice President of the association, clearly showing early signs of leadership, commitment, and vision.
Today, I write not just as a former comrade but also as a professional peer in the business and corporate world. I speak for myself and for the many alumni of Ogun State origin who passed through Kwara Poly — our collective endorsement of Yusuf Olayinka Sulaiman carries great significance. Having known him personally and professionally, I can confidently say he is an exceptional candidate for the stool of Towulade of Akinale. His leadership experience, moral integrity, and deep-rooted love for his community make him a natural choice for this revered position.
Corporate & Leadership Journey
Yusuf Olayinka Sulaiman is a seasoned business strategist and sales professional with a robust background in marketing, customer engagement, and corporate leadership. His academic journey began at Keke Primary School in Agege, Lagos, and continued through Iganmu High School, where he obtained his SSCE in 1995. He earned his Higher National Diploma in Accountancy from Kwara State Polytechnic in 2000, followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Enugu State University of Science and Technology in 2003. His commitment to lifelong learning led him to pursue professional studies at the American University in Cairo, where he obtained a professional certificate in 2015. He is also an Associate Member of the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN).
His professional career began with Procter & Gamble Nigeria in 2004, where he served as a Van Sales Executive before rising to the position of Field Section Manager. In these roles, he managed over 1,000 retail outlets in Lagos, developed customer relationship strategies, and led teams that achieved consistent sales growth. From 2009 to 2013, he worked with Magen-ROI Products Ltd. as an Area Sales Manager, where he expanded market reach, managed sales budgets, and led regional teams with precision and insight.
Today, he is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Brandworth Impression Limited and Peakpoint Insights Limited, where he oversees business development strategies, brand management, and overall corporate growth. His leadership style combines innovation with discipline, and he has successfully implemented strategic marketing initiatives and business solutions that have impacted various sectors positively.
Beyond the corporate world, Sulaiman has made a name for himself in leadership and community-focused initiatives. He currently serves as the President of the Young Business Owners and Leaders, promoting entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and innovation across Nigeria. As the General Secretary of the Evergreen Multipurpose Cooperative Society, he played a pivotal role in securing a Lagos State Government license to operate CNG-powered buses—assembled by NORD Motors—on 11 key routes within Lagos metropolis, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at sustainable urban mobility.
Sulaiman Yusuf is also deeply involved in politics and grassroots mobilization. He coordinated the Noimot Salako-Oyedele Frontiers (NSOF), a political support group that successfully rallied support for the current Ogun State administration. Today, their principal, Her Excellency Noimot Salako-Oyedele, serves as the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, now on a joint second-term mandate.
Why Sulaiman Yusuf Stands Out
Through years of business, service, and leadership, Yusuf Olayinka Sulaiman has consistently demonstrated integrity, resilience, and a deep commitment to his roots. He is a direct descendant of Akinwale, the founder of Akinale, which further reinforces his historical and ancestral connection to the town he now aspires to lead. He is a man of vision, one who believes in economic empowerment, youth development, cultural preservation, and modern leadership rooted in traditional values. His ability to unite people, manage resources, and inspire progress makes him not just a worthy candidate, but a transformational one. He has pledged, should Allah will his ascension to the throne, to unveil a detailed roadmap for the development and prosperity of Akinale.
He is married to Barrister Jelilat Funmilayo Yusuf, Principal Legal Consultant at Lawzone Consult, Lagos, and they are blessed with children.
Conclusion
Akinale is on the brink of a new era. In Yusuf Olayinka Sulaiman, the community has a leader who blends heritage with innovation, humility with strength, and tradition with foresight. I wholeheartedly endorse him as the next Towulade of Akinale, and I encourage all stakeholders, sons and daughters of the land, and lovers of progress to lend their support to this noble and worthy ambition.
Distinguished Gentlemen and Women of the Press, Fellow Nigerians. All protocols duly observed. We, the Great Nigerian Students appreciate the efforts of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR for his concern and efforts in restoring the glory of our dear nation, especially, with the now rising hope that rekindled in our youths.
We sincerely wish the President well in his assignment and wish him great success in this journey of Renewed Hope.
We also assure him of the continued support and cooperation of all Nigerian Students across the length and breadth of the nation.
NANS PRESS CONFRENCE IN ABUJA ENDORSING DR. DOYIN JOHNSON AS MINISTER OF YOURH AFFAIR
In an unprecedented display of solidarity and we dare say, for the first time in the history of our great nation; All Nigeria’s students organizations [(National Association of University Students (NAUS), National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), National Association of College of Education Students (NANCES), and National Association of Female Students (NAFS)] have come together today, the 13th day of September, 2023 to endorse Dr. Doyin Johnson as our voice, worthy representative and the ideal candidate for the position of Minister of Youth Affairs and Development, and are passionately appealing to His Excellency, our father, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to please appoint him to this crucial role.
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and its sister bodies [National Association of University Students (NAUS), National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), National Association of College of Education Students (NANCES), and Association of Nigerian Female Students (ANFS)] have jointly issued this heartfelt plea to President Tinubu, recognizing Dr. Doyin Johnson as the plug Nigeria needs to ignite the potential of its teeming youth population.
Extensive Experience:
Dr. Johnson brings a wealth of experience in youth-focused initiatives in our dear nation. His track record speaks of his ability to translate ideas into tangible results. His yearly Bola Ahmed Tinubu Mentorship Conference, an annual gathering of over Three Thousand (3,000) youths across Nigeria is a further testament of his resolve to birth a new nation powered by the energy of her youths Innovative Solutions: Known for his ability to devise creative and practical solutions, Dr. Johnson has shown that he can tackle the diverse challenges facing Nigerian youth with fresh perspectives.
Why Dr. Doyin Johnson?
Dr. Doyin Johnson stands out as a beacon of our Renewed Hope in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu`s led Federal Government. He is highly skilled in the realm of youth empowerment and development in Nigeria. Educational Excellence: He is academically sound and qualified; his prowess in youth oriented initiatives equips him with a profound understanding of the challenges and aspirations of every young Nigerian.
He has consistently advocated for policies and programs that enhance the lives of Nigerian youths. We have it on record that he has been advocating for the restructuring of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). His idea is to break the 12 months program into two segments. A first six months of Service to the nation and the second six months wholly dedicated to Entrepreneurial Training and Development after which each youth Corper will be empowered with a grant of 1 Million Naira to venture into Small Scale Business.
Passion and Dedication:
Dr. Doyin Johnson’s unwavering commitment to youth-related issues is an inspiration. He has a proven history of collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and with his much celebrated cordial relationship with all Nigerian Students and youth-led initiatives.
His inclusive approach aligns perfectly with the goals of effective youth development and of-course, this we believe will foster a cohesion for Mr. President`s Renewed Hope Agenda.
A Unified Voice for Nigerian Youths This joint endorsement by all of us, the student bodies underscores the urgency and importance of this appointment. The diverse backgrounds and experiences represented by each organizations converge on a single point: Dr. Doyin Johnson is the right person to lead the Nigerian Youths and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Development into a brighter future. Our Plea to Our Father, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR:
We passionately appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we implore him to consider the voice of Nigeria’s youth, who constitute a substantial portion of the country’s population. By appointing Dr. Doyin Johnson as Minister of Youth Affairs and Development, President Tinubu would demonstrate his unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, education, and the overall progress of the nation by this appointment.
National Association of Nigeria Students appeal to President Tinubu To Appoint Dr. Doyin Johnson As Youth Affairs Minister
As Nigeria seeks to harness the energy, creativity, and potential of its young population, Dr. Doyin Johnson emerges as a unifying figure whose appointment would inspire hope and usher in a new era of youth-led progressives.
We, the entire student bodies are eagerly waiting for our father, President Tinubu to kindlyplease grant our humble request.
Thank you.
Long Live Great Nigerian Students Long Live President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria
Comrade Anzaku Shedrack Ovye- Chairman of Zonal Coordinators The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS)
Comrade Uchenna Obaji of National Association of University Students (NAUS)
Comrade Rotr Asiegbu Kingsley- National President National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS)
Comrade Amb Aminu Habibu- National President National Association of College of Education Students (NANCES)
Comrade Omoniyi Alice – National President Association of Nigeria Female Students (ANFS)
President. Bola Ahmed Tinubu ♾️ and Dr. Doyin Johnson Dr. Doyin Johnson on National 🇳🇬 Pledged
Dear President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, On behalf of the National Coalition of Tinubu Support Groups (A Coalition of 462 APC support Groups across the six Geo-Political Zones of Nigeria) and our 13 Diaspora structures, I extend our collective heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency on the monumental occasion of the Presidential Election Petition Court Judgment delivered on September 6, 2023.
The events leading up to this judgment underscore the strength and resilience of our democratic system. The rigorous delivery, spanning over 12 hours, exhibited the utmost transparency, fairness, and impartiality of our Judiciary.
President, Federal Republic of Nigeria HE. Bola Hamed Tinubu and Dr. Doyin Johnson.
This judicial process reaffirms the unwavering commitment of our nation’s institutions to uphold the rule of law and ensure that the will of the Nigerian people, as expressed in the February 2023 presidential election, is accurately represented and protected. The depth of the court’s diligence and the transparency with which the proceedings were conducted serve as a beacon of hope and trust in our democratic processes. It sends a resounding message that our democracy remains robust and that our institutions are steadfast in their dedication to safeguarding our nation’s democratic principles. In light of this landmark judgment, we wish to emphasize our unwavering support for your presidency, Mr. President. The National Coalition of Tinubu Support Groups is resolute in its commitment to rallying support for your government across all strata of Nigerian society. Your leadership, Mr. President, has consistently inspired us.
Your lifelong dedication to public service, coupled with your vision for prosperous and united Nigeria, resonates deeply with citizens from diverse backgrounds. We are confident that under your leadership, Nigeria will experience remarkable progress, unity, and prosperity for all its citizens. As we celebrate this momentous achievement together, may the outcome of this judgment serve as a historic turning point in our nation’s journey towards achieving the aspirations and dreams of every Nigerian.
May it usher in an era of unparalleled growth, unity, and development for our beloved country. Once again, Mr. President, we extend our warmest congratulations to you on this historic accomplishment. We eagerly anticipate the continued advancement of our great nation under your visionary leadership. With utmost respect and admiration,
Signed; Dr. Doyin Johnson Global Director General National Coalition of Tinubu Support Groups
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