Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode
Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode | |
|---|---|
| Commissioner for Home Affairs, Lagos State | |
| Assumed office 2023 | |
| Governor | Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
| Member, Lagos State House of Assembly | |
| In office 2007–2023 | |
| Constituency | Badagry constituency I |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 10 November 1973 Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Party | All Progressives Congress |
| Alma mater | Lagos State University |
| Occupation | Politician |
Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode is a Nigerian politician who serves as the Commissioner for Home Affairs in Lagos State.
Early life and education
Layode was born on 10 November 1973. He obtained a National Certificate of Education (NCE) before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lagos State University. He later completed a master's programme in Public Administration.[1][2]
Career
Layode began his political career in 2007 when he was elected to the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Badagry Constituency 1.[3] He served four consecutive terms, remaining in the Assembly until 2023.[4]
In mid 2023, he was appointed Commissioner for Home Affairs by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.[5] His responsibilities include oversight of state programmes related to interfaith engagement and religious administration.[6]
Personal life
Layode is married to Princess Elizabeth Adefunke Akran‑Layode, daughter of the Akran of Badagry. Both are graduates of Lagos State University.[2]
References
- ^ Arogundade, Funsho (2020-04-19). "Meet Ibrahim Layode, The Quiet Achiever In Lagos Assembly". P.M.EXPRESS. Retrieved 2025-12-17.
- ^ a b Encomium (2016-12-03). "'Why I want to remain in House of Assembly' – 3rd term legislator, Hon. Olanrewaju Ibrahim Layode (OIL)". Encomium. Retrieved 2025-12-17.
- ^ Adegbuyi, Temitope (2020-08-18). "35 Badagry communities to benefit from electrification programme ―Hon Layode". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2025-12-17.
- ^ Gbonjubola, Afolabi (2020-04-20). "Ibrahim Layode: Quiet Revolution Making Loud Impact". The Lagos Times. Retrieved 2025-12-17.
- ^ "LeaderBox - Political Leadership Platform". leaderbox.africa. Retrieved 2025-12-17.
- ^ "Official Lagos State Website | The best place to find government services and information". lagosstate.gov.ng. Retrieved 2025-12-17.