Ibadan — Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has appointed Hon. Sakariya Muhammad Taofeek Aolalubarka as Special Adviser on Rural Development.
Aolalubarka’s appointment adds another experienced public servant and grassroots mobiliser to the state’s administration, with his background spanning local government administration, executive responsibilities and legislative affairs.
Who Is Taofeek Aolalubarka?
Hon. Sakariya Muhammad Taofeek Aolalubarka is a seasoned administrator and grassroots mobiliser with years of experience in public service.
He obtained his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Social Studies from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in 1997/1998.
He subsequently obtained a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Ilorin in 2009, a Master’s in Election Administration in 2013, and a Master’s Degree in Transport Management in 2020/2021.
His public service career began at the local government level. Between 2003 and 2007, he served as Supervisor for Education, Youth Development, Information and Community Development at Ogbomoso North Local Government.
From 2007 to 2011, Aolalubarka served as Special Assistant to the Governor of Oyo State in the Office of the Chief of Staff.
He later moved into legislative administration, serving as Senior Legislative Assistant to the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015.
Between 2015 and 2019, he served as Special Assistant to the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
A Strategic Grassroots Mobiliser
Beyond his formal public service experience, Aolalubarka is regarded as a grassroots mobiliser with a strategic approach to politics, particularly within the Ogbomoso zone.
His experience across local government administration, the executive arm of government and the National Assembly has exposed him to different aspects of governance, legislation, public administration and community engagement.
His appointment as Special Adviser on Rural Development is expected to provide another platform for him to bring his experience and grassroots understanding to bear on issues affecting rural communities across Oyo State.
The appointment takes effect as part of Governor Makinde’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the administration and deploy experienced hands across various areas of governance.
