By Shittu Latifah Ronke
In a significant move poised to reshape local politics, Queen-Latifah Biola Olanrewaju has announced her candidacy for the Chairmanship of Offa Local Government. A native of Ojomu South East Ward, Queen-Latifah, popularly known as Arewa, brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the political landscape.
At 29, she serves as the Director General of the All Progressive Congress (APC) Support Group, Arewa Revolutionary Group for Bola Ahmed Tinubu (ARG4BAT). Known for her grassroots mobilization, innovative thinking, and commitment to societal betterment, Queen-Latifah has been a trailblazer in political activism and community development.
Her journey into politics began in 2019 during the “oto gé” movement in kwara state, she proceed to aspired for House of Representative in Ifelodun, Ọffa, Oyún Federal Constituency in 2022 were she stepped down for party supremacy. She has played several roles and contributions to the coming of this administration with the like of her role as the Finance, Training, and Empowerment Coordinator for North Central in the APC Professional Women’s Council. She has held various positions, including Assistant General Secretary in numerous APC initiatives, and was part of the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) Strategy Committee. During the 2023 general election, she played a pivotal role in mobilizing and sensitizing voters across the six geopolitical zones, advocating for women, youth, and people with disabilities.
Queen-Latifah’s academic background includes a National Diploma and a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from Kaduna State Polytechnic, Zaria. She completed her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at the National Assembly in Abuja, contributing to the Senate Committee on Culture and Tourism.
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Her tenure as Miss Ọffa (Arewa) from 2019 to 2022 was marked by initiatives in skills acquisition and community empowerment, laying a strong foundation for her political aspirations. As the National Coordinator of APC Support Group ARG4BAT, she continues to champion youth inclusiveness, women’s involvement in politics, and advocacy for the voiceless.
Her candidacy is expected to bring transformative change to Offa LG, leveraging her political prowess and dedication to community development. With a vision aligned with the values of progress and inclusivity, Queen-Latifah Biola Olanrewaju is set to inspire a new generation of leaders in Offa and beyond.
Shittu Latifah Ronke writes from Offa LG.