Author Archives: Seyi Akiwowo

Great conversations, great weather!

Posted on June 27, 2015 by Seyi Akiwowo

      Seyi writes…   I led our first campaigning session since the General Election this afternoon with Cllr Rachel Tripp and local Labour party activists Rania Ramli & Heather Jones. We are more determined than ever to not … Continue reading →

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Forest Gate North Labour presents….Changing London Discussion Event

Posted on June 27, 2015 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi writes… You can RSVP via Forest Gate North Facebook Page

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Quietway 6

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi Writes….   You may have noticed in the latest edition of the Newham Mag (distributed on 19th June) that more changes are coming to Forest Gate and Maryland… a new cycling route! And there is an opportunity for you … Continue reading →

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Collective Action!

Posted on June 8, 2015 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi writes… As a local Councillor for ‪#‎ForestGate‬ and ‪#‎Maryland‬ I deal with a significant number of fly-tipping/littering related casework. This issue really matters to my residents! Littering has nasty and horrible consequences and costs a lot of money. Like … Continue reading →

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Working with the Police

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi writes… Good stakeholder relationships is one of my key strengths I am utilising in Forest Gate North. One key stakeholder relationship I have prioritised since being elected in May is with Newham Metropolitan Police. I felt this was important to … Continue reading →

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Forest Gate Newsletter

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Seyi Akiwowo

Forest Gate Newsletter December 2014 Festive Fete at the Gate The Gate Library will be hosting a day of festive fun and activities on Saturday 13th December from 11am – 3pm. Come and join in the fun! Santa will be … Continue reading →

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Black History Month, Diversity and Newham Heritage

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Seyi Akiwowo

    Cllr Seyi Akiwowo- Maiden Speech to Newham Council – Monday 8th December 2014  Thank you Chair and good evening to my fellow Councillors and the Mayor. To be elected to this Council as a Labour representative and stand … Continue reading →

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Keeping up with the Councillor

Posted on October 4, 2014 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi Writes… As much as we would like to it’s not possible to blog on EVERYTHING we do so I thought residents may find it easier to know what I have been up to and where to meet with me. … Continue reading →

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A Celebration of the life of Maya Angelou

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi Writes…. Attention all Forest Greaters and Dr. Maya Angelou fans! On 16th October from 6pm, The Gate Library are hosting this fantastic event to celebrate the life of one of the world’s greatest writers and inspirational figures. There will … Continue reading →

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Witnessing the heart behind the Street Connections Project

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Seyi Akiwowo

Seyi writes….     Just before the summer break the Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Team ran the Street Connections Project on Tower Hamlets Road.  This pilot project is being trialled across Newham, with two areas having already been successfully completed … Continue reading →

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