Hon. Ajose Hakeem Olaiwola

Experience:
Councillor Leader/Councillor, Ward B1
(2017- till date): Spearheaded significant policy reforms, responsible for representing the
council’s interests and promoting its image and effectively communicating the council’s achievements, initiatives, and community-focused projects to build public trust and support.

Supervisor/PA at Harbikirs Ventures (2009-2016).

Human Resource Officer Il (2007): Served as an HR officer ll (IT) for just six(6) months in Continental Shipyard Limited, Dockyard, Apapa, Lagos.

Former Secretary Idunmoyinbo/Idunshagbe Community Development Association (2010-2015)

Education:
Participant, National Legislative Conference for Councillors in Nigeria (South West Zone), The
Senate Committee on States and Local Government Administration (2022)

Bachelor of Science (Hons), Industrial Relations and Personnel Management,
Lagos State University, Ojo (2008).

SSCE, Merit, Ebute-EIefun High School, Lagos (2001).

Political Achievements
Road Building: Championed the construction and maintenance of inner roads; Ashogbon street, Church Street, Agodocome-Egbe Palace, Ita-Omo and Idi-Omo Street. Enhancing community connectivity, facilitating easier transportation, and improving the overall quality of life for
residents.
Skill Acquisition: Distribution of forms to youths in the community, offering them
opportunities to acquire valuable skills and knowledge in various fields.
Educational: Facilitated reconstruction of Classrooms, Library and Toilets at Holy Trinity Primary
School.
Social Intervention Programs: Street Lighting, Boreholes, Distilling and Cart-away of drainage.
Effective Governance: The council leader focuses on enhancing governance practices within the LGA, promoting transparency accountability, and ethical conduct

Key Skills
Strong Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills to inspire and motivate council members,
staff, and the community. Provide guidance, make decisions and recommendations, foster a
positive and collaborative work environment.
Strategic Thinking: Think strategically and have a long-term vision for the development and
growth of the local government area, through the identification of challenges, opportunities, and
formulate plans to achieve the community’s goals.
Great Communicator: Known for his practical communication skills he is able to convey
decisions to community members and fellow councilors.
Collaboration and Relationship Builder: Skilled In building relationships With council
members, staff, community groups, and other stakeholders.
Policy Development: Champions and Participate in policy development and implementation
processes. Has a solid understanding of local governance and policy frameworks, analyzing the
impact of policies and ensuring they align with community needs.

Community Involvement:
Educational Form Distribution: Regularly facilitated the distribution of educational forms
including GCE, JAMB, ensuring that students in the community have access to educational
opportunities and resources, thereby promoting literacy and lifelong learning.
Borehole Repair: Took initiative in repairing and maintaining boreholes within the community
ensuring that residents have access to clean and safe water sources, improving public health
and hygiene standards.
Drainage Charting: Led efforts to map and chart drainage systems, addressing flooding issues
and improving water management in the community safeguarding residents’ properties and
enhancing environmental sustainability.
Support for Petty Traders: Extended financial support and assistance to petty traders within the
community, enabling them to sustain their businesses, create livelihoods, and contribute to the
local economy

Honours and Awards
Merit Award (2022): In recognition of contributions safety, security, peace and stability in
Lagis Island LGA by ‘’Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (Lagos Island Chapter).
Leadership Excellence Award (2021): Recognized by “Citizens Communication” for his
leadership excellence both as Council Leader and Councillor in the Lagos Island LGA Area
of Lagos State.
Merit Award (2015): Recognized by an indigenous community “Fatuli Kairi Society of Nigeria” for
meritorious service.

Personal Interests:
Reading, Traveling, Football,
Boxing and playing Scrabble.