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Ayotunde Okunowo: Political Leadership Journey

Ayotunde Okunowo introduces himself and his background, which includes experience in both public and private sectors in Ogun State. He has held leadership positions such as Secretary-General of his alumni association and has received awards for his contributions to youth development. Okunowo expresses his motivation for applying to the bootcamp is to gain skills and competencies to help transform governance in Nigeria at all levels. He intends to use the knowledge gained to mentor other aspiring youths and participate in political discussions to contribute to transforming the Nigerian political system.

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Ayotunde Okunowo: Political Leadership Journey

Ayotunde Okunowo introduces himself and his background, which includes experience in both public and private sectors in Ogun State. He has held leadership positions such as Secretary-General of his alumni association and has received awards for his contributions to youth development. Okunowo expresses his motivation for applying to the bootcamp is to gain skills and competencies to help transform governance in Nigeria at all levels. He intends to use the knowledge gained to mentor other aspiring youths and participate in political discussions to contribute to transforming the Nigerian political system.

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Introduction

My name is Ayotunde Okunowo. I am a creative thinker, a voracious reader, problem solver, a


faithful servant and a humble leader. I am a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) with
registration Number, OG/TTN/08/07168. I am a Pioneer Graduate of the School of Politics, Policies
and Governance (SPPG) established by Her Excellency, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili and also a graduate of the
Political Academy (POLA) of His Excellency, Otunba Gbenga Daniel. On a professional ground, I have
vast experiences in public & private sectors. I am a presently the Director, Admin, HR & Inventory at
the Ogun State 2023 Campaign Council Secretariat where I coordinated the re-electioneering
campaign of His Excellency, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, MFR with other Directors and members of
the Campaign Council. Prior to this, I was the Technical Assistant to the Ogun State Honourable
Commissioner for Youth & Sports between 2020 & 2022. I have been instrumental in designing and
implementing youth exchange programmes in the State just like the Ogun Youth Town Hall Meeting
after the #EndSars Protest amongst several other youth programmes. It may also interest you to
note that I was an Executive Assistant at the Office of the Secretary to the Ogun State Government
between 2015 and 2019 where I had the privilege of responding to Governments’ Correspondences
amongst several other general duties. I am the Author of the book; Thirty Things You Must Do Before
You Are Thirty, and I have been using my Public Speaking skills and other dominant gifts in the re-
orientation, re-direction and re-dedication of Nigerian youths towards a life of purpose.

Leadership, Honours and Award

I am acquiesced that service to humanity is the best form of life. Therefore, I have volunteered and
been part of several social, political, religious and humanitarian causes in order to make the world a
better place. I have been able to occupy some enviable leadership positions and decorated with
numerous awards. I was awarded by the immediate past Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle
Amosun, FCA as the Outstanding Personality in Education in recognition of my contributions to the
development of Youths in Ogun State. I am the immediate past Secretary-General of my Alma mater,
Abeokuta Grammar School Old Boys Association (AGSOBA), and I was elected in a keenly contested
election at the age of Thirty-Two (32). It is interesting to note that I was the youngest to have ever
attained such position since the school was established in 1908. As the Chief Administrative Officer
of AGSOBA, I provided administrative direction to the branches of the association in Six (6) countries
in three (3) continents of the world. The association consists of reputable old boys who are policy
makers and captain of industries. I was thereafter conferred as a Distinguished Old Boy of Abeokuta
Grammar School in July 2019. I received the Award alongside Late Fela Anikulapo Kuti (Posthumous)
and other renowned old boys. It is pertinent to state that I was also the youngest alumnus to have
received the award since the Old Boy Association was established in 1921. AGSOBA is the oldest Old
boy Association in Nigeria! I am a Community Champion for TRACKA where we monitor Government
Project in our locality and identity needs All these achievements are just a test of virtues and values.

My motivation for applying for this BOOTCAMP & How I will Invest & Cascade the knowledge

My motivation for applying is borne out of the desire to see a new Nigeria. I am quite certain that my
participation will espouse me to a new model of value based political leadership and make me one
of Nigeria’s disruptive thinking Political Class. By attending this Bootcamp, I will also be imbued with
required skills, competences and capacities that will help me in my future political aspirations. I
have always had the desire to help in the transformation of governance at all levels in Nigeria.
Therefore, this convergence will make my dream a reality.

It has often been said that Nigeria’s poor leadership trajectory is due to our weak democratic
institutions, framework and mentorship. Therefore, I will also be using the knowledge gained at the
bootcamp to develop other aspiring youths in my political ward, local Government and the State at
large. As a good public speaker, I will not hesitate to set the tone of discussions towards the values
that will be acquired at this bootcamp. I will be investing the knowledge gained by participating in
politics discussions both on air and in print in order to put all what I will be taught into veritable use.
This will afford me the opportunity to contribute my quota in transforming the Nigerian Political
ecosystem.

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Ayotunde's extensive experience in both public and private sectors, his educational background in political leadership, his proven track record in youth development, and his active community involvement position him as a potential catalyst for change in Nigerian politics. His dedication to promoting accountability, mentorship, and value-based governance aligns with the need for transformational political approaches in Nigeria .

Ayotunde's role with TRACKA involves monitoring government projects, identifying community needs, and advancing accountability and transparency in government actions. This involvement is significant as it fosters informed citizen participation and enhances the effectiveness and responsiveness of local governance .

Ayotunde serves as a Community Champion for TRACKA, an initiative that monitors government projects in localities and identifies community needs. This role is significant as it reflects his commitment to accountability and transparency in governance, contributing to improved community development through active citizen engagement .

Ayotunde served as the Secretary-General of the Abeokuta Grammar School Old Boys Association, leading the association's administrative direction across several countries. His leadership was pivotal, given the association's history and prestigious membership, ultimately resulting in him being conferred as a Distinguished Old Boy, highlighting his significant contributions .

Ayotunde Okunowo has held several roles in the public sector that focus on youth programs. He served as the Technical Assistant to the Ogun State Honourable Commissioner for Youth & Sports from 2020 to 2022, where he contributed to the design and implementation of youth exchange programs, including the Ogun Youth Town Hall Meeting following the #EndSars Protest among various other initiatives .

Ayotunde plans to leverage the knowledge gained from the BOOTCAMP to promote discussions on value-based political systems, mentoring aspiring youths within his political ward, and sharing insights through public speaking engagements. He intends to apply the skills and competencies acquired to elevate the Nigerian political landscape and inspire transformational leadership .

Ayotunde's education at the School of Politics, Policies and Governance (SPPG) and the Political Academy (POLA) has heavily influenced his approach to political leadership. These institutions provided him with a foundation in policy-based political leadership, emphasizing values-driven political engagement. This education likely shaped his aspirations for transformational governance and a value-based political leadership model .

Ayotunde has utilized his public speaking skills for re-orienting, redirecting, and re-dedicating Nigerian youths towards purposeful living. His public engagements serve as platforms for imparting values, encouraging youth involvement in politics, and advocating for social change, which aligns with his broader goals of societal improvement and youth empowerment .

Ayotunde attributes Nigeria's weak leadership trajectory to deficient democratic institutions, frameworks, and mentorship. He proposes to counter these challenges by investing in political education that promotes value-based leadership, participating in initiatives like the BOOTCAMP, and disseminating learned concepts about accountability and governance at community levels .

Ayotunde was awarded as the Outstanding Personality in Education by former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, in recognition of his contributions to youth development. He was also a recipient of the Distinguished Old Boy award from Abeokuta Grammar School, making him the youngest alumnus to receive it. These recognitions underscore his leadership and impactful contributions to education and youth empowerment .

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