President Bola Tinubu Honors Olusola Oke at 70 Citing Decades of Legal and Political Service in Nigeria

President Tinubu celebrates Olusola Oke's 70th birthday. Discover the Ondo APC leader’s journey from the NDDC to the 2023 presidential campaign legal team.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 6, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Peoples Gazette

Celebrating a Landmark Anniversary in Ondo Politics

President Bola Tinubu has issued a formal commendation to Olusola Oke, a senior member of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State, as he celebrates his 70th birthday. In a statement released on Monday, April 6, 2026, through presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the President characterized Oke’s career as a distinguished fusion of legal mastery and political commitment. The celebration serves as an acknowledgment of Oke's long-standing presence in the Nigerian public sphere, where he has maintained influence across multiple decades and administrations.

A Professional Journey from Law to Legislation

The President’s tribute focused heavily on Oke’s status as a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, noting that his professional excellence provided the necessary foundation for his political success. Oke’s legislative experience dates back to 1992, when he was elected to the House of Representatives to represent the Ilaje,Ese,Odo Federal Constituency. According to the President, this early entry into the national assembly allowed Oke to blossom in politics and join collective efforts to impact the lives of the people in the coastal regions of Ondo State.

Navigating the Complexities of Regional Development

A significant portion of Oke’s public service history involves his work with intervention agencies focused on the Niger Delta. In 2000, he was appointed by the federal government as a pioneer board member of the Niger Delta Development Commission. Four years later, in 2004, he served as the Executive Chairman of the Oil Producing Area Development Commission in Ondo State. President Tinubu lauded these tenures as evidence of Oke’s dedication to regional development and his capacity to manage complex administrative tasks within specialized state agencies.