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2023 : MEET PRAGMATIC ENGR. ADEKUNLE OLAYINKA, A COLOSSUS TRAVERSING POLITICAL AND PROFESSIONAL TERRAINS!
Why he is most favoured among fellow House of Reps Aspirants in Ifako-Ijaiye Fed. ConstituencyNo doubt he has an enviable and inimitable record in his professed and original line of calling as a proficient and prolific engineer of no mean repute. But outside his professional calling, the very loyal party man has proved that he is a professional in politics and never a political jobber, which has no doubt endeared him to the hearts of many in his immediate constituency, Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos State. 
In his immeasurable foray into politics, Eng r. Olayinka has contributed in no small measure to the overall political development of Lagos State in particular, and to Nigeria in general.
His uncommon commitment to the development of his party, ( APC,) has enabled him to serve on several committees and in leadership and sensitive positions on the platform of his party. For example, he was the secretary of the APC Lagos State Local Government Election Committee in 2017; Member, APC Lagos State Congress Planning Committee in 2018; Member, APC Lagos Governorship Election Strategic Committee in 2019; Member, National APC Registration/Revalidation Committee, Osun State in 2021; Chairman, APC Lagos State Congress Planning/Support Committee in 2021, among others. No doubt, Eng r. Olayinka has a chequered career in public service, rising to the post of Senior Special Assistant on Political Matters to His Excellency, the Governor of Lagos State (Nov. 2015 to date); and the exalted office as the Special Adviser, Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (South West Affairs) to Mr. Governor, Lagos State (Feb. 2020 to date), among others. Engr. Olayinka is exemplary in so many ways: he is hardworking, selfless, humble and trustworthy. His belief in peaceful co-existence is unparalleled; hence he is the C.E.O and founder of an NGO, KunleOlayinka Peace Initiative, “KOPI.”His background, education and cognate experience are very intimidating and worth profiling for reference purposes. Engr. Adekunle Olayinka was born barely five decades ago to the illustrious family of Olayinka with maternal roots from the Zannu family, Ikoga Zebbe in Badagry, Lagos State. An astute Engineer of over twenty-four (24) years post qualification experience, Engr. Olayinka has successfully carved a niche for himself over the years as a towering professional and political juggernaut. Presently a PhD student (Public Administration) at the Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State, he holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA 2015) from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho, Oyo State. His insatiable quest for knowledge also took him to several other international higher institutions and professional bodies. For example, in 2007, he bagged a Post-Graduate Diploma in Strategic Business Information Technology at the Informatics Global Education, Singapore, leading to an award of M.Sc. in Strategic Business Information Technology at the University of Portsmouth, UK. In 2009, he was at Salvo Singapore, Johannesburg centre in South Africa, for certificate in Project Financial Evaluation for Engineers, among others. After his mandatory one year service (NYSC) to his fatherland at the Nigerian Ports Authority, Calabar, Cross River State in 1998, Engr. Olayinka served as the pioneer Engineer (High Level Support Engineer – Ag. Switch Manager) at the Mobile Telecommunications Nigeria (MTN GSM Multinational Company) between 2001 and 2004. After his stint as the Ericsson International Telecoms Consultant (expatriate) to Asia, East Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa between 2004 to 2010, he pressed on until he became the Director of Planning and Strategy at the South African College of Business and Technology, Pretoria, South Africa.An Engineer of over Twenty-Four years (24) post qualification, Project Management expert, and an Administrator turned technocrat Politician. was born (March 10th 1973) to the family of Olayinka with maternal root from the Zannu Family, IkogaZebbe in Badagry, Lagos State.Attended:Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State (Doctor of Public Administration) 2020 to Date. LadokeAkintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho, Oyo State (Masters In Business Administration , MBA 2015)Wizard Institute, Johannesburg, South Africa, (Certificate in Project Management, PMbok, 2010)Salvo Singapore, Johannesburg Centre, South Africa (Certificate in Project Financial Evaluation for Engineers, 2009)Informatics Global Education, Singapore, (Post Graduate Diploma in Strategic Business in Information Technology leading to MSc in Strategic Business Information Technology in University of Portsmouth, UK 2007 )Federal University of Technology, Akure (Post Graduate Diploma Electrical Electronics Engineering 2003),Yaba College of Technology, Yaba, Lagos State (HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering 1997)Abeokuta Grammar School, Abeokuta (SSC ’91, WAEC/GCE ’90)POLITICAL WORK EXPERIENCE (PUBLIC SERVICE):Special Adviser, Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (South West Affairs) to Mr. Governor, Lagos State – February 2020 to Date.Senior Special Assistant on Political Matters to His Excellency, the Governor of Lagos State – November 2015 to Date POLITICAL WORK EXPERIENCE (PARTY AFFAIRS):Chairman, APC Lagos State Congress Planning/Support Committee – 2021Member, National APC Registration/Revalidation Committee, Osun State – 2021Member, APC Lagos State Governorship Election Strategic Committee – 2019 Member, APC Lagos State Congress Planning Committee – 2018Secretary, APC Lagos State Local Government Election Committee – 2017Member, Lagos State Committee on Quarterly Town Hall Meeting of His Excellency, the Governor of Lagos State.Member, Lagos State Special Committee on clean-up of VI/IKOYI/LEKKISpecial Adviser/Chief of Staff to the State Chairman, All Progressives Congress, 2010 — 2010. A member of professional to the core who has received various awards: Youth, Leadership, Political and Rotary International & the Rotary Foundation: Paul Harris Fellowship; a Federal House of Reps Room for the Presidential/National Assembly Governor’s Office, Alausa. Member, State Planning for Technical Committee for the Primaries Election 2015; Member, State Congress Committee 2015 ( Party’s Exco)Special Adviser /Chief of Staff to the State Chairman, Lagos (June 2010-Nov. 2015) – All Progressiee (3) man Committee on a fact finding mission to Jos, on State of the Party of Action Congress of Nigeria, Plateau State. Member, LOC, The ACN Governors’ Retreat atBenin City, Edo State, Nigeria ( Action Congress of Nigeria)Member, LOC, The Induction programme for the National Assembly elect at Oshogbo, Osun State, Nigeria (Action Congress of Nigeria)Member, LOC, The Induction programme for the House of Assembly elect at Golden Tullip, Lagos (Action Congress of Nigeria Member, Elections 2011 Crisis, Emergencies and Results Collations at 7, Olonade, Yaba (Action Congress of Nigeria)State Liaison Officer for the 2011 general Elections ( Lagos State and ACN, HQ Abuja)Coordinator , All the Campaign and Electioneering Committees for 2011 general elections. Member, Strategy and Planning Committee for the Lagos State General Elections 2011 (Action Congress of Nigeria)Participant,
The 5th Legislative and Executive Parley for Lagos State Government ( Action Congress of Nigeria )Member, Screening and Primaries Committee for the 2011 Election Secretary, Appeal Committee for the Ward and LGA Congresses (2010) Action Congress of Nigeria Observer, Emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) Meeting held at Lagos State Party Secretariat, ACME (Nov. 2010) Action Congress of Nigeria Secretary, Elections Organising committee (Sept-Jan 2010) Action Congress of Nigeria Member, Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for National Convention- August 2010 ( Action Congress )Observer, National Executive Committee (NEC)meeting (Abuja) – 2010 Action Congress. Pro-tem General Secretary, ACN Diaspora Forum ( Ireland, South Africa, UK, USA) Action Congress of Nigeria National Secretary ( April 2008 to June 2010)Action Congress of Nigeria (South Africa Chapter)Chairman, Awardees selection Committee Action Congress of Nigeria, South Africa Chapter Member, Nigeria Union Government, NUG, SouthAfrica Participant/Diaspora representative, 
One Man One Vote ( CODER) rally Onigbongbo, Ikeja Participant/Diaspora representative, One Man One Vote( CODER) rally Ikorodu.
politics
2027 Election: Preserve Your Reputation as a Statesman — Oshiomhole Advises Jonathan, Says Only Your Enemies Want You to Contest
Former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against yielding to pressure to contest the 2027 presidential election, warning that doing so would damage his legacy.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Oshiomhole said that only those who do not wish Jonathan well would encourage him to return to the political arena, adding that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would easily defeat him if he chose to run.
“How can Jonathan be a threat? We defeated him before when PDP was truly PDP,” Oshiomhole said.
“If a man had PDP at its best, at its peak, and he was defeated, I think only his enemy will push him to go into election.”
The former APC national chairman advised Jonathan to preserve his reputation as a statesman and avoid a return that could erode the respect he earned after conceding defeat in 2015.
“If I were able to advise him, I will say, Sir, maintain this status. You governed for eight years, you don’t have to govern for nine,” Oshiomhole said.
According to Oshiomhole, Jonathan “has managed to demonstrate that out of power, you can be relevant and at peace.”
He praised Jonathan’s historic concession speech in 2015, describing it as one of his most admirable legacies.
“Looking at how he ascended to that office, if I were him, I will spend the end of my life trying to find relevance, which he has already found, and speaking because that conceding defeat, and that is memorable quote about my blood, sorry, blood of a Nigerian is not worth my ambition, he should just allow those legacies to be,” he said.
Oshiomhole further argued that Jonathan’s political base in the South-South had weakened since his departure from office, making a comeback unrealistic.
“We will defeat him flatly if he comes out because now the South-South is no longer PDP. So where is he going to start from?” he asked.
Jonathan, who was the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), lost the 2015 presidential election to the late Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sacked all commissioners and other appointees administration affected by the Supreme Court’s judgement.
The Governor announced the decision during a valedictory session he organised for his cabinet to mark the 65th Independence Anniversary on Wednesday.
A statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Nelson Chukwudi, confirmed that during the event, which held in Government House, on Wednesday, Fubara relieved all the commissioners and other public officers affected by the Supreme Court’s judgement of their appointments.
The Governor called on all stakeholders to work with President Bola Tinubu in building a peaceful, secured and prosperous country.
He also thanked members of his cabinet for their services and contributions to the development of the state in the last two years..
“He called on all Nigerians to work together with Mr President to build a peaceful, secure and prosperous country and a brighter future for all,” the statement said.
The Governor also reiterated commitment to serve the State with renewed vigor and thanked all citizens for their support, and wished all Nigerians a happy Independence anniversary.
The Court, while recognising the 27-member Assembly led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule as the only authentic legislative arm of government, nullified all legislative decisions made in favour of Fubara during the crisis including the passage of budgets; screening and confirmations of commissioners and other public officers holders.
It was gathered that over 19 of Fubara’s commissioners, whose appointments were screened and confirmed by Oko-Jumbo were affected by the Supreme Court’s judgement.
The judgement rendered the appointment of Iboroma Dagogo, SAN, who was screened and confirmed as the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice invalid.
Other commissioners affected by the judgement are Charles O. Beke, Collins Onunwo, Solomon Eke, Peter Medee, Elloka Tasie-Amadi, Basoene Joshua Benibo, Tambari Sydney Gbara and Ovy Orluideye Chinendum Chukwuma.
Also, Illamu Arugu, Rowland Obed Whyte, Samuel Anya, Samuel Eyiba, Austin Emeka Nnadozie, Israel Ngbuelu, Evans Bipi, Otamiri Ngubo, Benibo Alabraba and Emmanuel Frank-Fubara, suffered a similar fate.
It was also gathered that the Governor could consider the inclusion of some of them in the list of fresh nominees he was preparing to send to the House of Assembly.
Publisher of August24news.com, Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim and Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa.
In a bid to contribute to the stability, unwaving and sterling political Governance in Lagos State since the Era of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) as the then Governor of the State, Renowned Political Journalist and Publisher of August24news.com, Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim has today presented a GAC Frame to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. (Dr). Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa
GAC, which means Governance Advisory Council is known to be the highest decision making body in Lagos Politics.
The Presentation was done today at the Office of the Rt Honorable Speaker in Ikeja, Lagos.
Our reporter gathered that the frame which is a 24 inches by 34 inches frame size displayed the names, photographs, local government and senatorial district of all the 35 distinguished members of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC).
The Names are President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) Ikeja Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, Eti-Osa Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL) Gov. BABAJIDE Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Lagos Island Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL), Gov. Babatunde Raji Fashola, Surulere Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL), Gov. Dapo Akinwunmi Ambode, Epe Local Government (LAGOS EAST), Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi (OON) Lagos Island Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL) and Chairman of the GAC, Alhaji Bushura Alebiosu, Kosofe Local Government, (LAGOS EAST), Prince Rabiu Adio Oluwa, Ajeromi Local Government, (LAGOS WEST), RT. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Surulere Local Government. (LAGOS CENTRAL), Alhaji Shakira Akanbi Seriki, Epe Local Government (LAGOS EAST), CHIEF M.A Taiwo, Oshodi/Isolo Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Sen. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, Ojo Local Government. (LAGOS WEST), Hon. Wale Edun, Eti-Osa Local Government, (LAGOS CENTRAL), RT. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, Agege Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Sen. Anthony Adefuye, Somolu Local Government (LAGOS EAST), Alhaji Mutiu Are, Lagos Island Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL) and Secretary of the GAC, DR. Qadri Obafemi Hamzat, Ifako/Ijaye Local Government (LAGOS WEST), RT. Hon. Sabit Adeyemi Ikuforiji, Epe Local Government (LAGOS EAST), Sen. Ganiu Olanrewaju Solomon, Mushin Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Sen. Adeseye Ogunleye, Kosofe Local Government (LAGOS EAST), CHIEF Abiodun Ogunleye, Ikorodu Local Government (LAGOS EAST), Otunba Henry Oladele Ajomale Oshodi/Isolo Local Government, (LAGOS WEST), Dr. Abayomi Finnih, Ikeja Local Government. (LAGOS WEST), Omooba Murphy Adetoro, Eti-Osa Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL), Sen. Mikailu Adetokunboh Abiru, Ikorodu Local Government (LAGOS EAST), Hon. Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, Ojo Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Alhaji Tunde Balogun, Apapa Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL), Cardinal James Omolaja Odunbaku, Ikeja Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Chief Mrs Adejoke Orelope Adefuluire, Alimosho Local Government, (LAGOS WEST), Asiwaju Olorunfunmi Bashorun, Ikorodu Local Government (LAGOS EAST)
Others are; Omooba Olumuyiwa Sosanya, Kosofe Local Government (LAGOS EAST), Sen. Musiliu Olatunde Obanikoro, Lagos Island Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL), Princess Sarah Adebisi Sosan, Ojo Local Government (LAGOS WEST), Chief Femi Pedro, Eti-Osa Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL) and Hon. Mrs. Jumoke Okoya-Thomas, Lagos Island Local Government (LAGOS CENTRAL) respectively.
The frame also has a tribute segment where all the late eight (8) members of the council where fully recognized.
They are Late Hon. Chief Mrs Kemi Nelson, Hon. RF Balogun, Ambassador Rasak Demola Seriki, Oba Olatunji Hamzat, Alhaji Safiriyulahi Sumola, Chief Lanre Rasak (KLM), Proff Tunde Samuel and Chief Sunny Akinsanya Ajose of blessed memory.
The GAC remain one of the deep thoughtful thoughts, several positive political theories and landmark legacies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) while serving as Governor of Lagos State as part of its efforts to “REBRAND” Governance which has now become a MODEL and TEMPLATE of good Governance in our dear state, Lagos, Hence on his Mandate, we shall continue to STAND.
According to the Publisher of August24news.com Mr. Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim during the presentation said The Idea of putting the 35 Wise Men and women of the GAC in a Large frame is to showcase their UNITY as well as a way of Promoting their well-deserved Honour. This will no doubt, encourage other political leaders in our state to be more dedicated in their services to our dear state in particular, the country at large and humanity as whole.
Speaking further, The Frame is a great research work carried out by our Editorial Team here in August24news.com, we did this to encourage our leaders in Reshaping, Promoting and Rebranding Our Lagos Politics.
“After today’s presentation to the Speaker, we will continue to roll out the presentation to the office of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. BABAJIDE OLUSHOLA SANWOLU and his Deputy, Dr. OBAFEMI KADRI HAMZAT, All Honourable Commissioners in the state, Federal and State Lawmakers, All the 57 Council Chairmen, Some Key Dignitaries and other Party Loyalist in the state.
Receiving the Frame in a joyfully mood, Lagos Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa thank the team for the presentation while commending August24news.com Editorial team for the great research job particularly the Publisher, Mr. AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM for putting up such creativity.
Obasa said the frame will be well kept in a reserved place in his office and archives for coming generation to know their legends and political leader as he call for a minute silent to honour the late eight members of the Council.
Commenting on the GAC FRAME Presentation is a member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) who also doubles as the GAC secretary, Alhaji Mutiu Are said the GAC is one of the beauty of Lagos Politics.
Also Commenting, is a Political Analyst Commentator and Publisher of Upshot Media, Mr. Mojeed Jamiu commended Ajagbe for the initiative on the photo frame adding that GAC members deserves even greater recognition, especially given their immense contribution to good governance in Lagos State.
Publisher of August24news.com, Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim and Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa.
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