Birthdays are special days to reflect on the progress of the last year. They are also days to celebrate special people in the community for their exemplary contributions. Born on August 21, 1974, Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun is one of those special people who deserve celebration.
Since July 24, 2021, when she was elected as the first female Chairman of Epe Local Government (LG), she has made immense contributions to the development of the town.
In an October 2021 interview, Princess Animashaun reflected on being the first female to lead Epe LG, stating her intention to not let the people of Epe down for their trust in her.
Two years down the line, she’s popular among the populace because she’s kept her promises. Despite being a royalty, the princess and daughter of Oba Kamorudeen Ishola Animashaun (Arolugbade II), the Oloja of Epe, has worked hard to continue to earn the trust of the people.
The Epe LG leader has not always wanted to be in politics but she said the vision to drive development in Epe and bring a new outlook to the ancient town motivated her to heed the call to serve her people.
“I wasn’t always politically inclined. My first stint in politics was when I held office as the Supervisor for Environment for Epe Local Government Area. Afterwards, I was encouraged by my superiors and a good number of constituents to contest in the elections and the rest, as they say, is history. I am truly grateful for their belief in me,” she said.
According to Princess Animashaun, Epe is bursting with natural potential that opens up a good number of possibilities. She believes that the town is ripe for the sort of urban development that will encourage investor buy-in and promote trade for economic growth and she has taken steps towards achieving these goals.
The impact of her administration has been felt across key areas such as infrastructure, sports, education, health, security, agriculture, tourism, staff welfare and economic empowerment.
In only her first 100 days in office, the Epe LG chairman delivered a renovated customary courtroom in partial fulfillment of her campaign promises, which include infrastructural development.
Additionally, her new administration remodeled 39 schools, constructed blocks of classrooms, drilled boreholes, provided ambulances and staff buses as well as road construction with street lights.
Other achievements included recruitment of teachers, rehabilitation and training of local security officials such as OPC and Ibile, empowerment of artisans, welfare support for the aged and widows and commemoration of World Tourism Day with the launch of Epe Alaro Tourism.
Since her remarkable first 100 days in office, Princess Animashaun has maintained the path of excellence and continued to deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of Epe.
ACCOLADES POUR IN FOR THE CELEBRANT
In a birthday message on Monday, Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, the Chairman, Eredo LCDA, Lagos State, described Princess Animashaun as “an Amazon to be reckoned with.”
“Ma, Truly, you’re a quintessential mother and an amazon to be reckoned with, and for that, on behalf of myself and the good people of EREDO LCDA, I wish you more years in good health and wealth and a very happy birthday,” he said.
Comrade Giwa Murtala Omotola-Moore, a political influencer in Epe, also hailed Princess Animashaun on her birthday. She described the Epe LG chairman as a “great leader” who employs an “open door” policy to be accessible to her people.
“Happy birthday my boss and my leader. I wish you the very best that life has to offer. I also wish that you remain the awesome person you have always been to our Local Government,” he said.
“This is a special day for me because it is also special for you. I want you to know that you are a great leader and deserve the best in life. In addition to being a great leader, you are also a good listener who sees beyond today. You deserve the best now and forever Iya Epe as we fondly call you.
“I want to also use this medium to thank you for having an open door and listening ears. You are simply the best to work with, working with you is really amazing. Have learnt a lot from your leadership traits.
“With you at the helm of affairs, you make me look forward to coming to see leadership as service to humanity. This is because you have the heart and soul of a real rock star. You are a wonderful person, and I’m glad to have you as my boss. A lot of people love to complain about their bosses. I, on the other hand, have only praise and admiration for you.
“You bring so much energy and joy into the leadership of Epe Local Government and push us to achieve greater heights. As my boss, you have given me inspiration and guidance every step of the way. You deserve a long and fulfilling life. Do have a happy birthday.”
Similarly, a group, Concerned Nation Builders Initiative (CNI), congratulated the Epe LG leader on her birthday, describing her as a political leader.
“Princess Animashaun is an amazing political leader who has proven that women can also be rightly placed in leadership. You have equally shown and demonstrated to be a target oriented person and a committed leader who gives her best in achieving set outcomes and rendering selfless services to humanity,” the group said.
Likewise, everyone at Eko Hot Blog rejoices with Princess Animashaun on this joyous occasion and wishes her many more years to celebrate on earth in good health and wealth.
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