The Chairman, House Committee on
Information, Strategy, Security and Publicity, Lagos State House of Assembly,
Hon. Segun Olulade has commended the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency,
Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) for taking the initiative to name the newly
commissioned Art Gallery
in Lagos after
the renowned Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka.
Addressing newsmen who paid him
courtesy visit in his office yesterday, Hon. Olulade stressed that we must
encourage the celebration of our heroes and heroines while they are still
alive, saying that this would not only motivate the celebrants to further contribute
positively to the society but would also go a long way to inspire the younger
generation to get more engaged in creative, innovative and developmental
activities that could take our nation, Nigeria, to greater heights.
He added that Prof. Wole Soyinka
is a great asset to Africa and the whole world
at large. In his words: ''The Nobel Laureate is not only a Literary icon and
Cultural Ambassador but also a quintessential advocate for human rights,
democracy, good governance and social justice who really deserve to be
celebrated by all and sundry''.
Hon. Olulade also commended
Governor Fashola for the creative erection of a befitting Art Gallery edifice
which would not only be an avenue of showcasing the artistic and historical
monuments that symbolize the rich cultural heritage of Lagos State but would
stand out as a tourist haven with the potential for generating more revenue
into the coffers of the Lagos State Government.
In his concluding remarks, Hon.
Olulade urged political office holders to take a cue from the Fashola example
in the judicious use of tax payers' money as well as the naming of public
institutions after those who have contributed to the growth and development of
the country especially when they are still alive.