I am more than just a name; I am a weaver of tales, an unwavering advocate, and a passionate. In the tapestry of my life, every thread represents a narrative, a lesson learned, and a triumph celebrated. Through the lens of storytelling, I’ve not only navigated the ebbs and flows of life but have emerged as a narrator of experiences, a curator of wisdom, and a conduit of inspiration.
From the earliest chapters of my life to the present, my journey has been a captivating mosaic—a vibrant composition of challenges met with resilience, triumphs adorned with hard-earned victories, and cherished moments that have etched their indelible mark on my soul.
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Festus Akinbusoye
Festus was elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire in May 2021.
He has lived in Bedfordshire for ten years. Before being elected as Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, he completed 400hrs of service as a Special Constable with Bedfordshire Police, including frontline response duties as an officer.
He has lived in Bedfordshire for ten years. Before being elected as Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, he completed 400hrs of service as a Special Constable with Bedfordshire Police, including frontline response duties as an officer.
Festus is a director on the board of a YMCA where he and colleagues oversaw the delivery of housing, and other support services, to vulnerable young people. This included a £20m housing construction project providing supported accommodation to nearly 200 young people.
He also served as link-governor for the Offender Learning and Skills Services team, delivering training and education in prisons.
He is a former Parish Councillor and – following rising anti-social behaviour, especially at night – he got the unanimous buy-in of his colleagues for the Council to fully fund a Youth Club, staffed by a professional Youth Worker.
Festus has a degree in Business and Communications, a Diploma in Public Relations and a Masters Degree in International Studies and Diplomacy from the University of London.
March 2108
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