Olayide Owolabi Adelami (born 3 April 1958) 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 of the National Assembly.
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 1958 Owo, Western Region, British Nigeria (now in Ondo State, Nigeria) |
| Political party | All Progressives Congress (APC) |
| Education | St. Francis Catholic Primary School |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Politician |
Early life and education
editAdelami 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 Masters 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
editAdelami 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 Ondo State House of Assembly.[7]
Adelami started a full-time political career in 2018, under the All Progressives Congress.[8] 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.
- ^ a b John, Nwachukwu (24 January 2024). "Ondo: Governor Aiyedatiwa finally names Deputy". Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ^ a b 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. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ a b "Adelami becomes deputy governor to Aiyedatiwa". 2 February 2024. Retrieved 14 September 2024.
- ^ "Aiyedatiwa announces Olayide Owolabi Adelami as Deputy Governor". The Sun. 24 January 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- ^ 'Tunde Oso, Victor (20 May 2020). "ONDO 2020: Why I want Akeredolu's job — Adelami, ex-NASS Deputy Clerk". Vanguard. Retrieved 14 September 2024.