This is the story of one brilliant young politician in Osun State who is currently making waves on the political scene.He is a man imbued with a lot of ideas who want to be the next Governor of Osun state.
And he is serious about it.
He is fully prepared and roaring to go.He has a clear picture of how Osun State can be better run.He feels Governor Oyetola must have tried his best,but he says his best is not good enough for Osun people.He says he has better ideas that can lead Osun people out of poverty.
Citypeople spent 1 hour with him a few days back and he told us in clear terms what he plans to do differently.He is a brilliant guy who has been exposed to global best practices.
Let’s tell you more about
Oyedotun Babayemi’s life,which is a full circle of royalty, a well groomed cultural parenting, sound and quality education, high-profiled engagements and rise in corporate business endeavours.
It is fulfilling to know that he has been consistent in his commitments to impact positively on his immediate environment and people he comes across in different theatres and various parts of the world.
What is his POLITICAL MISSION?
Omooba Dotun Babayemi has chosen to evolve a re-engineering process in the politics of his country, with particular reference to his home State (Osun). He has a clear mission to effect enduring changes in the Governance of Osun State as such affects its economy, social integration indigenes and residents within its borders, security and welfare of the people and their political advancement. This is the platform or the parameter on which his bid for the governorship of Osun State is anchored.
The Governorship aspirant is not in the race as a fresh jumper in the politics of Osun State. He has been a visible player in the Osun West Senatorial District, since 2011.
He represents a CONTINUITY OF IDEAS….
His political endeavour is beyond adventurism, rather, his, is a mission to ensure enduring political and public oriented leadership that is humanist in all facets.
As a candidate for Osun West Senatorial District in 2019, He anchored his campaign manifesto on strategic solution delivery,through the maximization of human and financial resources, using enabling technology as a driver of development in diverse environments.
Although Dotun Babayemi could not realise his Senatorial ambition in 2019 in spite of his well thought out manifesto and demonstrated capacity to execute it, he however did nor allow it to derail him from synergizing with his constituents, to whom his development agenda is focused without political office and patronage, the upwardly mobile technocrat and business executive sustained a programme of action that culminated in a number of projects devoted to human welfare, empowerment and development with key focus on health and education. He is prepared to soldier on, and this time, on the highest executive seat in the administration of Osun State.
About His Health Initiative ALAAFIA DOTUN
His Health Initiative was designed to provide medical services for natives and residents of all Local Governments that constitute Osun West Senatorial District of the State from 2017, over 350,000 constituents have benefited from ALAAFIA DOTUN, with more than 45,000 Recommended Glasses distributed to beneficiaries.
The Health Intervention programme also embraced sponsorship of over 420 Surgeons to treat life threatening medical issues that afflict indigent victims across the State.
His commitment to Education, especially for Indigents but brilliant students has navigated a greater future for Osun State. More than 450 students have had their university education sponsored and are proud graduates of various disciplines in the last ten years. It is interesting that the two key features of his political programme have remained sustainable since his debut in politics.
HIS BID FOR BOLA IGE HOUSE
Dotun Babayemi’s political agenda is meant to encapsulate the dictum of He who the cap fits… and spell out its letter to the end “…Let him wear it…”
Dotun is determined to carry the gains of corporate experience and success thereof to the theatre of politics, public administration and governance.
By throwing his hat in the ring, the lawyer, technology professional, security expert and corporate financial strategist is sending a strong message to the world, especially those angling for the number one seat in Osun State that politics can, and should be determined by Nigerians who are prepared to use their God-given talents and resources in education, creativity, focus and commitment to succeed.
What made him what He is today?
Lets tell you a bit.Born a Prince-Royal, on 5th December 1966 to Dr Solomon and Ajoke Babayemi, his father was the 8th Olufi of Gbongan in Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun state.
His royalty was a leadership training of some sort for a young man in search of a golden fleece.
With a parental background that exposed him to the allures, privileges, challenges and responsibilities of monarchy in a native Yoruba setting, Omooba Dotun BABAYEMI used the opportunities and obligations derivable from such a historical and cultural background to build a type of profile required for a successful private and public endeavours.
Life within and outside the palace unconsciously prepared the politician to
chart the path and cross the hurdles that laid along it for a successful landing.
HIS CREDENTIALS REVEALED
He attended Orita Mefa Baptist Nursery & Primary School Ibadan from Sept 1970 to June 1977.
For his Secondary School education, he attended St Patrick’s Grammar School in Ibadan,from Sept 1977-June 1982.As for his post Secondary school education,he graduated from Ogun State University with a Law Degree in,1989.He was
admitted into The Nigerian Law School in 1989.He qualified as a Solicitor & Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria,in1990.He attended London Business School for Advanced Business Management,and
Professional Management Project in the United States.
His EXPOSURE Revealed
Give it to him,he has a
string of academic degrees and professional qualifications which has been effective as credentials, for his strides and achievements in the Corporate and Strategic business sectors, as a legal practitioner, financial strategist, information & communication technologist, as well as defence- intelligence service provider.
Let’s Give You A Peep Into His CAREER STRIDES.
BABAYEMI & Co:Sept 1990-Dec 1991
PORTFOLIO- Head of Chamber
FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITIES- Legal practice.
London Underground Limited, United Kingdom:1992-April 1999
PORTFOLIO-Business Lead
FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITIES-Business system replacement project operations
PORTFOLIO-Project Manager/Business Analyst
FUNCTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES-passenger service Directorate
PORTFOLIO-Senior Operations Manager
FUNCTIONS/ RESPONSIBILITIES-Northern Line
April 1989-June 2007
AXA Finance Incorporated-inc United States
PORTFOLIO-Vice president & Managing Director
FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITIES-Development & Management of initiatives on medium and long term strategies for the company.
Vice President, Technology Solution Group
PORTFOLIO/ RESPONSIBILITIES-Technology service delivery and service support for 7,500 sales advisers in 50 States in the USA.
PORTFOLIO-Vice President, planning& sales applications
FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITIES-Development and delivery of planning applications.
PORTFOLIO-Director, project management office
FUNCTIONS/ RESPONSIBILITIES-Executive management advises on Buy& Build decisions and management of twelve(12) Vendors with annual budget of $400 million.
CELTEL NIGERIA/AIRTEL NIGERIA-July 2007-May 2009
PORTFOLIO-Group General Manager,
Director-North Central Region
FUNCTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES-Strategic Management policies.
FORT KNOX GROUP:June 2009- Date
PORTFOLIO- Chief Executive Officer
FUNCTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES-
Dotun Babayemi had the distinction of initiating strategic direction of the people solution and service group of companies from start to end of operations,
Led the company’s executive team to become the dominant security solutions provider in chosen segments such as telecommunications and financial services.
Led Management team in deployment and maintenance of innovative technology solutions with global partners from Europe, United States, and Far East in telecommunications industry.
Leads 7 different active companies and organizations that make up the Fort Knox Group with over 20,000 staff across West and East Africa.
Surely,a state like Osun needs such a Technocrat in Politics,because
governing Osun State demands a Man of sound intellectual, global exposure and proud pedigree.
