The Omituntun Initiative in the Diaspora (OID) has announced the appointment of Mogaji Kayode Ogunsola as its North America chairman, overseeing activities of the group in the United States and Canada.
The professional group also lauded Governor Makinde’s administration for its outstanding performance in delivering the dividends of democracy.
The group noted that the governor’s economic reforms and people-friendly policies under the Omituntun 1.0 (2019–2023) and Omituntun 2.0 (2023–2027) agendas have driven development across critical sectors such as infrastructure, health, security, education, agribusiness, tourism, and solid minerals.
Meanwhile, the appointment Mogaji Ogunsola was approved by the OID convener, Mr Moses Eledan, and formally announced in a statement signed by the OID spokesperson, Barrister Ayotomiwa Adebayo, which was made available to newsmen.
According to the release, Mogaji Ogunsola is a former chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation Europe (NIDOE), UK chapter. He previously served as General Manager and Deputy Director for Business Development and Investment (Finance) at the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), a parastatal under the Federal Ministry of Aviation.
Ogunsola holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from the University of Ibadan, an Executive MBA from Cranfield University School of Management, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of London, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Information Systems Design from the University of Westminster. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Europe.
“We are grateful for his willingness to serve and confident that he will be a tremendous asset to the organisation. Mogaji Ogunsola brings to OID over 30 years of extensive multinational corporate experience, both locally and internationally,” the release added.
In response to his appointment, Ogunsola expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and reaffirmed his commitment to OID’s mission and values.
He praised Oyo State governor, His Excellency, Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, for his visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to public service.
Describing the governor as ‘a servant leader who has made the noble sacrifice of offering himself in service to the people.’
Ogunsola also described him as a promise keeper capable of turning vision into tangible progress. He further declared Governor Makinde the best-performing governor in Nigeria, applauding his administration for laying a strong foundation for citizen-focused governance and setting a national standard for development.
Mogaji Ogunsola also commended OID members across North America and the global diaspora for their consistent support and commitment to Governor Makinde’s administration. He reaffirmed that OID North America—and its international network—will continue to stand firmly behind the governor and support any future political aspirations he may pursue beyond 2027.
Speaking about the Governor Makinde’s performance OID noted that, “The efforts of Governor Makinde have positioned Oyo State on a path from poverty to prosperity,” the statement read. “The results are evidence-based and verifiable, reflecting a significant boost in the state’s economic performance under Governor Makinde’s leadership.”
“We in the diaspora are truly proud of Governor Makinde’s extraordinary achievements and will continue to support his progressive vision for good governance,” the spokesperson added.
