Iyabo Anisulowo

Iyabo Veronica Anisulowo (née Ajibogun) is a Nigerian educator and stateswoman who served the Federal Government of Nigeria at many levels. She was the first female senator elected for the Ogun West district, and also served as Minister of State for Education. In 2016, Anisulowo was abducted by armed men and rescued by police after six days. Quotes Men don't normally want a woman to be their boss. I'm just doing my duty, and he's trying to show that he is bigger than me, despite the fact that I am his chairman. "Nigerian senator apologises for slap", BBC News, October 14, 2004 Referring to an assault by Senator Isa Mohammed There is too much violence in polity everywhere. And if you are not careful with your life, you can lose it cheaply. At least, I don't want to die cheap even though I am not afraid of death. So, I really have to know the time to slow down and watch. "Nigeria: Female Politicians Should Have Three Eyes", Interview with Funke Olaode, This Day, 5 July 2009 I was confused because I never thought such could happen, especially in my area. https://www.channelstv.com/2016/05/05/ex-minister-iyabo-anisulowo-narrates-excruciating-kidnap-experience/, (May 5, 2016) Speaking of her experience of being kidnapped by armed men External links Category:Politicians from Nigeria Category:Women from Nigeria Category:Living people