Who is Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji
I, Bashorun Abdullahi Adekunle Oladeji, Affectionately known as Omo BAO, was born on January 22, 1973, to Alhaji (Chief) Bello Adeleke Onaolapo Oladeji and Alhaja Suliat Mojisola Oladeji (née Adesina).
His father, fondly referred to as Baba BAO, was an accomplished and a renowned Principal of Secondary school, the former Party Chairman of Oyo South Senatorial District of the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria, ACN, in Oyo State.
Her mother is a reputable Businesswoman and a retired civil servant.
The Oladeji family hails from the Oopoyeosa/Oba Ido district of Ibadan City. A responsible man who’s happily married with beautiful children.
He began his early education at Oritamefa Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Ibadan, where he completed his primary education between 1977 and 1985. He proceeded to Government College, Apata, Ibadan, for his secondary education from 1985 to 1991, while he attended Holy Trinity Grammar School, Old Ife Road, Ibadan, from 1992 to 1993. To enhance his technical skills, he further attended Kaylinks Computer and Technology in Ibadan in 1995.
He later graduated with a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in Chemical Engineering from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State, in 2001.
_His Professional Qualifications_& _Professional experiences_
– Primary School Leaving Certificate
– West Africa Senior School Certificate
– Diploma in Computer Operations
– Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Chemical Engineering
His professional journey began with Industrial Training at Lenoil Petroleum & Petrochemicals Nigeria Limited, Isolo, Lagos, from 1999 to 2000. While he served as a Marketing Executive during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year at the same company from January 2002 to December 2002. During his Youth Service, he singlehandedly conducted market research, canvassed customers, and managed the sales and distribution of petroleum products.
In the year 2003, Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji ventured into entrepreneurship while he established Kastron Oil and Gas Marketing Company Limited.
The company based in Ibadan, it”s into supply and distribution of petroleum products, transportation of petroleum products, and importation of petroleum products like PMS, AGO, and DPK. He also serve as the Executive Director of Kam-Fill Oil and Gas Marketing Company Limited in Lagos, which purely engages in the blending, production, sales, and distribution of automotive oil.
His Political career and achievements is quite flourishing, there’s no doubt He us a grassroots politician, and he has have been a committed member of the All Progressive Congress (APC) since its formation and have actively participated in politics since his school days. He followed his father’s footsteps by joining the mainstream of progressivism in Nigeria and actively participated in the campaigns for the Chairmanship of Ibadan North Local Government Area. His dedication and followership have earned hima solid reputation that transcends the local government area.
His activation in community engagement and prefessinalism is second to none.
Nevertheless, he’s a Member of the Nigerian Society of Engineering and Associate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Economics.
– Clubs: Member of the Ibadan Progressive Union (IPU) and Government College Ibadan Old Boys Association (GIOBA).
– Political Parties: Member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Social Democratic Party (SDP), and Alliance for Democracy (AD).
He specialize and enjoy reading journals and watching educational programmes on television. His commitment to continuous learning and personal development is evident in for his active pursuit of knowledge and community service.
No doubt, his life and career are marked by a commitment to public service, professional excellence, and community development. He developed extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, coupled with his deep-rooted connection to his community and it’s evirons makes him a distinguished and efficient servant-leader who always ready to serve the people of Ibadan North Federal Constituency.
HERE ARE HIS VISIBLE ACHIEVEMENTS WHILE HE SERVED MERITORIOUSLY IN THE OFFICE AS THE PIONEER CHAIRMAN AARE LATOOSA LCDA
HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEM
Renovation and stocking of Ago Tapa Clinic:
Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji renovate and stocked the clinic with medical equipment and necessary drugs.
EDUCATION AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Production & Distribution of Exercise Books:
He made a Provision of exercise books to (9)nine public primary schools across the Local Council Development Area.
WATER SUPPLY
Motorized Boreholes:
– Drilled and installed motorized boreholes at Mechanic Village, Bodija, Oju Irin.
– Drilled and installed motorized boreholes at Community Primary Health Centre, Ago Tapa, Mokola.
– Drilled and installed motorized boreholes at Major Salawu Street, Agbowo, Ibadan.
– Drilled and installed motorized boreholes at Ayun Street, Agbowo, Ibadan.
COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT AND SUPPORT
.Empowerment Programs:
– Provided financial support and empowerment programmes for widows and elderly people across Aare Latosa LCDA.
SKILLS ACQUISITION
Establishment of Skill Acquisition Centre:
– Established a skill acquisition centre at Bodija.
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT
Road Construction and Maintenance:
– Asphaltic paving and construction of hydraulic structures at Kara Oju-Irin/Abattoir Road, Bodija, Ibadan.
– Grading and supply of laterite filling at Aponrin Street, Agbowo, UI, Ibadan.
– Grading and laterite supply at Baale Street, Agbowo, Ibadan.
SANITATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Clearing and Evacuation:
– Clearing and evacuation of animal dungs at Bodija Abattoir.
– Clearing and evacuation of debris inside the public drainages at Kraal entrance down to Olive.
DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT
Desilting and Repair:
– Desilting of drains at Kabiawu Street, Mokola, Ibadan.
– Desilting of drainage at Nalende (Nitel Road).
– Desilting of line drains along Major Salawu Street, Agbowo Area.
– Repair of drainage at Oniyanrin Nitel Road, Ibadan.
– Repair of drainage at Baale Street, Agbowo, Ibadan.
– Repair of drainage with rubble stone at Balogun Street, Ago-Tapa, Mokola, Ibadan.
PUBLIC HEALTH
Construction of Roof Shade:
– Constructed a roof shade at Obasa Maternity Health Centre.
POWER SUPPLY
Purchase of Generator:
– Purchased a 6.9 KVA generator for Ago Tapa Clinic.
TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS
Vehicle Repairs:
– Repair of Alveo Chevrolet car attached to the Office of the Secretary to the Local Council Development Area.
– Repair of vehicle No. LG.22 BDJ Ford Ranger attached to the office of Director of Works.
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT
Distribution of School Supplies:
– Distributed uniforms and exercise books to public primary schools.
Leadership Position
HIS LEADERSHIP POSITIONS AND CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT
Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji in history as of today has held various significant leadership positions throughout his life career, demonstrating administrative skills & dedication to public service.
Below are summary of his past leadership roles:
Political Leadership
Inaugural Chairman, Latosa Local Council Development Area (LCDA)
– Tenure: Under the leadership of His Excellency Abiola Ajimobi.
– Achievements: Gained widespread popularity for effective administration and impactful community projects.
Caretaker Chairman, Aare Latosa Local Council Development Area
– Achievements:
– Renovated and stocked Ago Tapa Clinic with medical equipment and necessary drugs.
– Distributed exercise books to nine public primary schools.
– Drilled and installed motorized boreholes in various communities.
– Implemented empowerment programs and financial support for widows and elderly people.
– Established a skill acquisition center at Bodija.
– Undertook various infrastructure and sanitation projects.
Corporate Leadership
*Chairman / Chief Executive Officer, Kastron Oil and Gas Marketing Company Limited*
– Tenure: Since January 2003 till Date
– Responsibilities: Overseeing the supply and distribution of petroleum products and expansion of company branches across states.
Executive Director, Kam-Fil Oil and Gas Marketing Company Limited
– Tenure: Since January 2010.
– *Responsibilities: Managing the importation of petroleum products into Nigeria.
Chairman, Camylon Multiglobal Concept
– Tenure: Since January 2007.
– Responsibilities: Engaging in the supply and distribution of agricultural products.
These leadership positions highlight my diverse experience and capability in both political and corporate sectors. My successful tenure in these roles underscores my suitability for higher responsibilities and my commitment to serving my community with distinction.
AWARDS OF HONOR AND RECOGNITION
Bashorun Abdullahi Adekunle Oladeji, also known as Omo Bao, has been widely recognized for his exemplary Leadership and conduct both in public office and exceptional administrative skills.
His dedication to public service and community development has earned him numerous accolades.
Below are some of the distinguished merit awards received_ :
1. Distinguished Service Award by UNICEF
– For: Contributions to children’s education in Oyo State.
– Date: November 20, 2017.
2. Distinguished Merit Award by the Association of Yoruba and English Poets of Yoruba Land
– For: Promotion of culture.
– Date: 2016.
3. Award of Excellence by the Corps Members of Ibadan North Local Government
– For: Exceptional leadership as Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government.
– *Date: April 4, 2017.
4. Outstanding Leadership Award by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Management of Nigeria, U.C.H. Chapter
– For: Exemplary leadership qualities.
– Date: October 20, 2017.
5. Award of Excellence by NULGE – Ibadan North Local Government Chapter
– For: Administrative competence.
– *Date:* December 29, 2017.
6. Award of Honour by the Patriotic Youth Forum
– For: Selfless service as The Patron.
– Date: December 2015.
7. Award of Excellence by KENAD Communications Network
– For: Sterling leadership and administrative ingenuity.
– *Date: May 25, 2017.
8. Meritorious Award 2019
– Award Recipient:* Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji (Omo BAO)
– Award: Efficient Administrator of the Year
– Presented By: New Moon Communication
– Venue: Ilaji Resorts and Farm
– Date: May 23, 2019
– Recognition: Conferred for outstanding administrative efficiency and leadership, acknowledging his exemplary management skills and dedication to public service.
9. Achievers Award 2018
– Award Recipient: Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji (Omo BAO)
– Award: Merit Award
– Presented By: Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Producers Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Ibadan North Local Government, Oyo State Chapter
– Date: 2018
– Recognition: Given in acknowledgment of significant contributions to arts, culture, and the industry, reflecting his impactful support and involvement in enhancing the cultural landscape.
These awards are a testament to his commitment to excellence and his impact on the community development and capacity building. His leadership and dedication continue to inspire many, and his contributions to education, culture, and public administration have left a lasting legacy.
Look out for his political manifestos as we await the declaration of SEAT VACANT by the National Assembly service commission in support with INEC in days to come.
It our believe that Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji Mandate we will all stand.
Abdul Ganeey Lukman Adetayo
Ibadan North
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