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Olayide Adelami | |
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| Deputy Governor of Ondo State | |
| Assumed office 1 February 2024 | |
| Governor | Lucky Aiyedatiwa |
| Preceded by | Lucky Aiyedatiwa |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Olayide Owolabi Adelami 3 April |
| Party | All Progressives Congress (APC) |
| Education | St. Francis Catholic Primary School |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Politician |
Olayide Owolabi Adelami, mni (born 3 April) is a Nigerian politician who has served as the deputy governor of Ondo State since 1 February 2024.[1][2] He previously served as the Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly.
Early life and education
[edit]Adelami was born in Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. His had his primary education at St. Francis Catholic Primary School, and later continued at Imade College in Owo. He obtained a GCE A-level certificate from The Polytechnic, Ibadan. Adelami earned his BSc in Business Administration from the University of Lagos, a master's degree in the same course from Ogun State University,[3] and a Doctorate degree in Security and Strategic Studies from Nasarawa State University.[4]
Career
[edit]Adelami worked as an accountant in December 1983, at the Federal Civil Service Commission.[5] From 1996 to 2000, he was appointed in high offices including at the National Hospital, Abuja.[4][6]
Adelami became the Head of the Finance and Accounts Department of the National Assembly in Ondo State until 2007, when he was appointed as the Director. He did a senior management course precisely course 54 at the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies in 2008.[3] In 2014, Adelami was promoted to Permanent Secretary of the Directorate of Procurement, Estate, and Works, a role he held until his appointment as Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly (Nigeria)
Adelami started a full-time political career in 2018, under the All Progressives Congress.[7] He was appointed deputy governor of Ondo State by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on 24 January 2024, and subsequently sworn in on 1 February 2024.[6]
References
[edit]- ↑ Ojomo, Olufemi. "Olaide Adelami Sworn In As Ondo Deputy Governor". Channels TV. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ↑ Tope, Fayehun (1 February 2024). "Adelami Sworn In As Ondo Deputy Gov, Promises 100% Loyalty To Aiyedatiwa". Leadership. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- 1 2 John, Nwachukwu (24 January 2024). "Ondo: Governor Aiyedatiwa finally names Deputy". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- 1 2 Kayode, Oyero. "Aiyedatiwa Nominates Ex-NASS Clerk Adelami As Deputy". Channels TV. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ↑ Ojonugwa, Aina (24 January 2024). "Aiyedatiwa Appoints Adelami As Ondo Deputy Governor". The Will. Nigeria. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- 1 2 "Adelami becomes deputy governor to Aiyedatiwa". 2 February 2024. Archived from the original on 15 September 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ↑ 'Tunde Oso, Victor (20 May 2020). "ONDO 2020: Why I want Akeredolu's job — Adelami, ex-NASS Deputy Clerk". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 14 September 2024.