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The text describes Mrs. Lola Akande's experiences in politics, particularly her attempts to secure the chairmanship of Ikeja Local Government. Despite failing in two attempts, she remains determined and believes that her destiny is not yet fulfilled. She credits her inspiration to women who have shown strength and independence, such as Mrs. Bola Kuforiji-Lubi and Mrs. Florence Ita-Giwa. The text also highlights the challenges she faced as a female candidate in a male-dominated field, including resentment from some people who had never seen a woman contest for the chairman's seat in Ikeja Local Government.

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The text describes Mrs. Lola Akande's experiences in politics, particularly her attempts to secure the chairmanship of Ikeja Local Government. Despite failing in two attempts, she remains determined and believes that her destiny is not yet fulfilled. She credits her inspiration to women who have shown strength and independence, such as Mrs. Bola Kuforiji-Lubi and Mrs. Florence Ita-Giwa. The text also highlights the challenges she faced as a female candidate in a male-dominated field, including resentment from some people who had never seen a woman contest for the chairman's seat in Ikeja Local Government.

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