* UMA congratulates wife of immediate past president on elevation
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appointed Mrs Bilquees Toyin Adekoya and five other senior officers as permanent secretaries in the state public service.
Adekoya, who previously served as Principal/Director of Education at Education District VI, is among the six appointees whose appointments took effect on October 13, 2026.
The appointments were conveyed in a circular signed by the state Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro, with reference number CIR/HOS/’26/071.
The other appointees include Dr Olawale Mahadiyu Adegbite, Director of Medical Services at the Health Service Commission, and Mrs Folashade Aina Thomas-Orogan and Mr Adebayo Mubashiru Haroun, both Directors of State Counsel at the Ministry of Justice.
Others are Mrs Olayinka Margret Oye-Bamgbose, Director of Administration and Human Resource at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), and Mr Olatunbosun Ogunbanwo, Director of Public Affairs at the Ministry of Health.
The state government said the appointments were intended to strengthen policy implementation and improve public service delivery.
UMA congratulates Adekoya
Meanwhile, the University of Lagos Muslim Alumni (UMA) has congratulated Adekoya, a member of the association, on her appointment, describing it as a well-deserved recognition of her competence, dedication, professionalism and commitment to education and public service.
In a statement signed by its National President, Dr Mumini Alao, the association said her elevation reflected confidence in her ability to provide purposeful leadership, strengthen educational administration and contribute to the development of education in Lagos State.
UMA described the appointment as a source of pride to its members, particularly noting the contributions of her husband, Prof. Khalid Adekoya, the association’s immediate past president, to its growth and development.
The association expressed confidence that Mrs Adekoya would bring her experience, administrative expertise and passion for service to bear on her new responsibilities.
It also prayed that Almighty Allah would grant her the wisdom, strength, good health and guidance needed to discharge her duties effectively, while wishing her a successful and impactful tenure.
UMA reaffirmed its commitment to celebrating excellence and recognising members whose achievements bring honour and inspiration to the association.
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