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Toke Benson-Awoyinka

b. 1976

Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Lagos State

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About Toke Benson-Awoyinka

Born 1976. Toke Benson-Awoyinka is a Nigerian politician and civil servant.

Toke Benson-Awoyinka (born 12th June, 1967) is a Nigerian lawyer, politician and philanthropist. She was the Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwoolu on Housing in 2019 and in 2023 was appointed as the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts & Culture.

Life Born on 12 of June, 1967. Started her education at Marywood Grammar School, Ebute-Metta and then Lagos State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Laws and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1990.

Awoyinka started her career at Standard Insurers and later moved to litigation with Yemi Peters & Co and to B.O Benson Law Office. Before she was appointed as Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Housing in 20219 and then Commissioner for Tourism, Arts & Culture in 2023.

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Important facts

Born
1976
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician, civil servant
Nationality
Nigeria
Education
Lagos State University

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Toke Benson-Awoyinka?

commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Lagos State

When was Toke Benson-Awoyinka born?

Toke Benson-Awoyinka was born in 1976.

What is Toke Benson-Awoyinka's occupation?

Toke Benson-Awoyinka is a politician and civil servant.

What nationality is Toke Benson-Awoyinka?

Toke Benson-Awoyinka is Nigerian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Toke Benson-Awoyinka

· Wikidata: Q132673888

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