As part of efforts to articulate his campaign manifesto, ensure robust engagement with stakeholders and develop a Roadmap to guide its implementation, Ogun state Governor-Elect, Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun, has inaugurated the Economic Transition Committee.
According to a statement by his spokesperson, Remmy Hazzan, the Governor-Elect was quoted as saying “Ogun State is blessed with an abundance of human resources in all fields of endeavor and this is reflected in the array of distinguished sons and daughters who have volunteered their skills, rich and diverse experience and vast network to work on this important assignment.
“Furthermore, our commitment to provide an inclusive Government is expressed in the composition of the committee.”
The 23-man team is chaired by Mr. Tunde Lemo, a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Other members are:
1. Mr. Dapo Okubadejo, Secretary
2. H.E. Senator Gbenga Kaka
3. H.E. Alhaja Salimot Badru
4. Mr. Foluso Phillips
5. Prof. Konyin Ajayi, SAN
6. Mr. Kunle Elebute
7. Mr. Gboyega Nasiru Isiaka
8. Mr. Rotimi Paseda
9. Dr. Reuben Abati
10. Mr. Mutiu Sunmonu, CON
11. Mr. Olajide Odewale
12. Chief Kayode Sofola SAN
13. Prof. Sidi Osho
14. Prof. Semiu Musa Olomu
15. Engr Bayo Adeola, FNSE
16. Mr. Tola Mobolurin
17. Mr. Lekan Asuni
18. Dr. Tunji Oredipe
19. Otunba Bimbo Ashiru
20. Arc. Dunni Opayemi
21. Mr. Bola Ogunsola
22. Chief Bode Mustapha
According to the governor-elect, to ensure an effective and efficient discharge of its assignment, the Economic Transition Committee will be assisted by Work Groups.
He added that each of which will focus on its assigned thematic area such as Education, Youth and Sports, Health and Social Services, Government Processes, Agriculture and Food Security, Transformational Initiatives, among others.
Meanwhile, he disclosed that the names of the members of the Work Groups will be released in due course.
“While the Economic Transition Committee will focus on developing the Roadmap, another committee has been set up to interface with the incumbent government to ensure a smooth and orderly change of Administration in the State”, the statement concluded.