The Federation of Epe Division Students Association (FEDSA National) has honoured the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, with an Award of Excellence during a strategic engagement focused on youth development and leadership.
Epe Insights reports that the delegation, led by FEDSA National President Comrade Asorobi Damilare Kazeem, alongside Vice President Comrade Onoshokun Monsurudeen and members of the National Executive Council, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Hamzat.
The visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration between student leaders and government in advancing educational development and youth empowerment across the Epe Division and Lagos State at large.
During the engagement, FEDSA leadership emphasized the need for sustained support for students, particularly in areas of leadership training, academic growth, and civic engagement.
Dr. Hamzat expressed appreciation for the recognition and the confidence reposed in him by the student body through the Award of Excellence.
He accepted the association’s request to serve as Patron of FEDSA National, pledging continued support for initiatives that promote student welfare and leadership development.
The Deputy Governor reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s commitment to investing in education and creating opportunities that empower young people to achieve their potential.
He encouraged students to remain focused on academic excellence while also developing leadership skills that would prepare them for future responsibilities.
Dr. Hamzat noted that youth engagement remains a critical component of sustainable governance and societal development.
He commended FEDSA for its proactive role in uniting students from the Epe Division and promoting a shared vision of progress and development.
According to him, collaboration between government and student bodies is essential in building a more inclusive and innovative future.
FEDSA leaders described the engagement as highly productive, noting that it provided an opportunity to deepen dialogue on key issues affecting students.
They expressed optimism that the new partnership with Dr. Hamzat as Patron would open more doors for mentorship, empowerment, and institutional support.
The association also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting unity, academic excellence, and leadership development among students in the Epe Division.
Observers described the recognition as a significant step in strengthening ties between government leadership and student representation in Lagos State.
The engagement concluded with renewed commitments to advance youth-focused initiatives and strengthen collaboration for long-term development.
