Ekiti
Ado-Ekiti • Dr. Bolanle Olatunde
About Ekiti
Dr. Bolanle Olatunde
STATE COORDINATOR
Dr. Bolanle Olatunde is a seasoned media and public relations consultant, communications strategist, and people development expert with extensive experience spanning Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations, Sales, Marketing, and Human Resource Development.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Ilorin, a Master’s degree from the University of Ado-Ekiti (now Ekiti State University), and a Doctorate degree from the University of Abuja. She also obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Relations from the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ), Lagos.
Dr. Olatunde began her corporate career with TELL Magazine, before moving into advertising and subsequently the luxury goods and automotive sectors. She served as the pioneer Head of Public Relations for POLO Limited, Lagos, and TOYOTA Nigeria. She also served as Deputy Head, Marketing and Dealer Development at Toyota, a portfolio she combined with her role as the automobile giant’s image maker.
In 2004, she established Goldwealth & Associates, a Lagos-based Media, Public Relations and Human Resource Consulting firm, where she served as Managing Partner until 2007. She subsequently transitioned into public service as Special Adviser on Public Communications and later Special Adviser on Diaspora Affairs to the Government of Ekiti State.
Dr. Olatunde currently serves on the Editorial Board of Sundiata Post Online Newspaper and previously served for several years as an Editorial Board Member of Blueprint Newspapers, Abuja. She has also contributed columns and articles to several local and national newspapers and magazines.
Since 2004, she has served as a Member of the Panel of Assessors for the Nigerian Media Merit Awards (NMMA), contributing her professional expertise to the recognition and promotion of excellence in Nigerian journalism.
Passionate about professional excellence, people development, effective communication, and service to humanity, Dr. Olatunde is also a recipient of several awards and recognitions. In her leisure time, she enjoys playing golf and giving back to society through her involvement with Lions Clubs International.
Gbenga Theophilus Onile
DEPUTY COORDINATOR
Gbenga Theophilus Onile is a seasoned public administrator, academic, researcher, educator, and public relations practitioner with over two decades of professional experience spanning public administration, healthcare management, tertiary education, teaching, communication, and institutional development.
He currently serves as an Assistant Director of Administration at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti, where he has progressively held positions of increasing responsibility in administration, health insurance management, personnel coordination, public relations, institutional planning, and general hospital administration.
An accomplished scholar, Gbenga holds a First-Class Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, a Master of Public Administration (MPA), an M.Sc. in Political Science, a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Relations and Advertising, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education. He is also pursuing a Ph.D. in Political Science.
His professional and research interests include public policy, governance, public administration, healthcare administration, institutional management, human capacity development, political communication, and national development.
Throughout his career, he has demonstrated strong leadership and administrative competence, serving in several leadership and committee capacities, including Team Lead of the New Business Team in the NHIS Department of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Coordinator of the NHIS Department, Acting School Officer at the College of Education, Ikere-Ekiti, and President of the Students’ Representative Council at the International Institute of Journalism, Ado-Ekiti.
Gbenga has also combined professional practice with teaching and academic engagement through instruction, mentoring, capacity building, and knowledge sharing. He is known for his diligence, discipline, analytical ability, approachability, intellectual curiosity, integrity, and commitment to continuous learning and service to humanity.
Adeniyi Adebolu Thaddios
STATE SECRETARY
Adeniyi Adebolu Thaddios is a distinguished administrator, educationist, community leader, and public servant whose career has been defined by dedication to service, grassroots development, and the advancement of society.
He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and a Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE). His academic background, combined with decades of practical experience, has equipped him with a strong foundation in administration, education, leadership, and community development.
A committed advocate of grassroots development, Mr. Adeniyi has served his community in several important capacities, including as Councillor representing Iworoko Ward and Supervisor for Agriculture and Natural Resources. In these roles, he demonstrated responsibility and commitment to addressing the needs of the people while contributing to local governance and community development.
His contributions to education are equally noteworthy. He enjoyed a long and distinguished career as an educationist, serving as a Headteacher from 1999 to 2016 before retiring from active service. Throughout his years in education, he contributed to the development of young minds and the strengthening of the educational system.
Beyond his professional and political engagements, he has also been involved in Christian pilgrimage welfare and related community activities, reflecting his commitment to faith, service, and the wellbeing of others.
With decades of experience spanning education, public administration, grassroots leadership, agriculture, and community service, Adeniyi Adebolu Thaddios brings a wealth of knowledge, integrity, discipline, and practical leadership experience to every responsibility.
He remains committed to selfless service, accountability, discipline, and community development, and to using his experience and abilities to contribute positively to the growth and development of his community and society at large.
Rt. Hon. Patrick Sola Ajigbolamu
STATE LEADERSHIP MEMBER
Rt. Hon. Patrick Sola Ajigbolamu is a Nigerian lawyer, politician, former legislator, and public administrator from Ikole-Ekiti, Ekiti State. He served as a Member of the Ekiti State House of Assembly representing Ikole Constituency I from 2003 to 2007 and became the second Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, serving from June 2, 2003 to July 19, 2004.
His public service career also includes serving on the Board of the Ekiti State Water Corporation from 2008 to 2009 and as Special Adviser on Information and Civic Orientation in Ekiti State in 2009. He has also been a member of the Ekiti Elders Advisory Committee and participated in the Conference of Former Speakers Association of Nigeria (COFSSA).
His legal career is founded on an LL.B (Hons.) from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, obtained in 1997. He subsequently attended the Nigerian Law School, Bwari, Abuja, and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2003.
His political and public service career includes:
- Member, Ekiti State House of Assembly (2003–2007)
- Speaker, Ekiti State House of Assembly (June 2, 2003–July 19, 2004)
- Chairman, House Committee on Anti-Corruption
- Member, Board of Ekiti State Water Corporation (2008–2009)
- Special Adviser, Information and Civic Orientation (2009)
- Member, Ekiti Elders Advisory Committee
- Participant, Conference of Former Speakers Association of Nigeria (COFSSA)
In 2015, he joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), where he has remained actively involved in party affairs. His professional career has also included private-sector experience with Living Saints Enterprises and Supermarket, Ikole-Ekiti, Fritzrence International, Lagos, and legal chambers in Ibadan.
Following his legal education and call to the Bar, he practised law and subsequently established and served as Principal Partner of Pius Chambers, Ado-Ekiti. His career reflects broad experience in legal practice, public administration, political leadership, and corporate governance.