EARLY LIFE
Engr. Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola was born in the month of May, 1957. He had his primary and secondary education in Ondo State, and later attended The Polytechnic, Ibadan, where he studied Mechanical Engineering and graduated in 1980. As a pupil in the primary school, Rauf was a centre-point around whom his mates hovered for guidance and direction. As a student, he was focused for remarkable performance which he made distinctively and seamlessly. In the Polytechnic, he positioned himself to conquer his environment by engaging in prolific studies.
EDUCATION
Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola had his primary and secondary education in Ondo State, and later attended The Polytechnic, Ibadan, where he studied Mechanical Engineering and graduated in 1980. As a pupil in the primary school, Rauf was a centre-point around whom his mates hovered for guidance and direction. As a student, he was focused for remarkable performance which he made distinctively and seamlessly. In the Polytechnic, he positioned himself to conquer his environment by engaging in prolific studies.
About Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola career
Member of the Administration of the Institute of Nigeria (FNIM), member of the Society of Engineers of Nigeria (FNSE), member of the Association of Technological Engineers of Nigeria (FNATE) and member of the Certified Marketing Communications Institute of Nigeria (FCMCIN), Rauf Aregbesola has a great deal of experience gained from extensive exposure in the private sector, such as Nigeria’s external telecommunications, now renamed Nigerian Telecommunications Ltd. and Lagos Airport Hotel, before founding its engineering services company, Aurora Nigeria Limited, in 1986. The company had managed several important projects for governmental and private organizations in most of the Federation states.
POLITICAL CAREER
Politically, Rauf was no less a phenomenon. His participation in politics dates back to his graduation years when he was President of the Student Parliament (1977/78), Polytechnic, Ibadan and President of the Black Nationalist Movement (1978-1980). He was also an active supporter of the movements of other progressive students throughout the country, which earned him, for example, the lifetime membership of the National Association of Technology Students. In June 1990, he became a delegate elected to the inaugural Congress of the SDP local government area. In July of that year, he was also delegate to his first National Convention in Abuja.
Rauf Aregbesola, as a pro-democracy activist and human rights activist, was one of the main participants in the struggles of demilitarization and prodemocracy of the 1990s. Prior to his appointment as state commissioner for works and infrastructure in Lagos (1999-2007), he was director of the Ahmed Tinubu Ball Campaign Organization (BATCO), which designed the election victory of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as state governor of Lagos in 1999. Performed a similar venture using the Independent Campaign Group (ICP) platform to ensure Asiwaju’s re-election for a second term.
THE COMMISSIONER
Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola was excellently acquitted as commissioner for works and infrastructure in the state of Lagos between 1999 and 2007 with the strength of his commitment to selfless service. His diligence, sincerity and indefatigability in the administration of the vast Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, as well as the supervision of the Public Works Corporation and the State Board of Electricity, have been recognized as responsible for the exceptional success registered by the Tinubu administration, in particular in the rehabilitation / maintenance of roads and street lighting; and the result that laid the foundation for the Lagos update as a model of development and good governance supported today by Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola. Indeed, it is known that it is one of the brains behind the redesign of the infrastructure that led to the transformation of social services in the state of Lagos.
Some of the results and innovative innovations due to the visionary qualities and to the society of Aregbesola include the redefinition and the application of new aesthetic standards to the ministerial blocks and to the offices as corporate workplaces; definition of vision and mission, annual retreats of personnel and modern training for the development of personnel skills; introduction of facilities management practices; pioneering results in public relations operations (ministerial newspaper) and IT (website); Pioneer society of public / private sector associations; Awarded good practice projects; etc
The believer and advocate of the rule of law
Aregbesola’s conviction in the sanctity of the rule of law is exemplary.
Engr. Rauf Aregbesola, on the platform of the then Congress of Action (AC) competed for the governorship of the state of Osun in the elections of April 2007, and won. However, to declare it, it took about four years of what must be one of the most titanic battles of legal recovery of all time, and a time for the manifestation of the omnipotence of Almighty God and his firmness in support of those who they trust him.
After going to court, an appeals court and a new trial, the second appellate court, which issued a sentence on October 26, 2010, declared the governor of Aregbesola and ordered him to take an oath the following day.
Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, since taking the position of Governor of the State of Osun on October 27, 2010, has redefined the meaning of governance in the public sector, not only with a symbolic position, but with real and sustainable interventions that will currently improve the quality of the life of all those who live or work in the state of Osun. The change of the state mark as the ipinle Omoluabi (State of the Virtuosi) began by itself, adopting the title of Ogbeni, simply Lord, in reference to the singular Excellency of the Almighty God. In little more than a year, the chronicle of his successes is surprising and can be summed up as an “O-Model” chain, the most surprising was the participation of 20,000 young people in Osun’s youth empowerment program in their first 100 days in office; An unprecedented result that has become the model for others.
THE STRATEGIST/VISIONARY
Rauf is a born strategist. For life, whether as a student, student or career man; appointed politician or governor, Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola applied the art and science of strategy to ensure success in all the efforts in which he is involved. He developed strategies and was exceptional as a student. He developed strategies and was efficient and effective as a career man. He developed a strategy and was reached as a basic politician. He developed strategies and was excellent as a commissioner in the state of Lagos. He devised a strategy to claim his mandate when he was armed in the race to offer selfless service to the good people of Osun. He developed a strategy to establish a solid foundation for a regenerated Osun state, knowing that sustainable development does not come about with “quick fix” methods, tools and techniques. He is developing strategies to position Osun and the good people of the state appropriately in Nigeria’s geo-economic environment. He is a fervent believer in saying that strategists do not fail and, therefore, the people of Osun will not fail.
Engaged in a better and egalitarian society, Aregbesola, although anxious to build a society with enormous physical infrastructures that promote a better life, believes in the first search for those human values that can pave the way for the birth of that total man, who is socially responsible Hence his obstinate search for extracurricular programs, such as Calisthenics, Omoluabi Boys and Girls Club, and other plans aimed at redirecting young people to channel their energies towards a society in which the promotion of common and collective goods will dominate. the crazy search for the good self.
It often shakes hornet nests; But these are in their determined attempts to break the rules to achieve extraordinary results. To date, it has sparked debates on federalism, the restructuring of education towards functionality, equity, justice and equity in all areas of life. Even in the face of growing criticism, he clings stubbornly to his ideas, convinced that the oppositions to them are the product of long years of military rule, ignorance of what is even good for humanity and the acute capacity for manipulation of those whose interest is to keep ordinary people perpetually subjugated.
PERSONAL LIFE
An exemplary family man, Rauf Aregbesola is a loving husband and a loving father. Married to Alhaja Sherifat Aregbesola, he fed his family with equal devotion and commitment.
For these reasons, he is a thinker, an ardent artist, a visionary leader, a transformative leader, an agent of strategic change, a man for the people; Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, governor of the state of Osun.
NET WORTH
Putting all his assets and endorsement deals into consideration, Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola has an estimated net worth of $12 million US Dollar, according to several sources,
Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola Net Worth in naira
Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola net worth in naira is Calculated to be #14,320,000,000.00 million naira with the conversion rate of #360 per dollar ($12 million * 360 = 4,320,000,000.00)
HOUSE AND CARS
CONTROVERSIES
Aregbesola vows to heavily tax rich Nigerians as Buhari’s minister
The former governor of the state of Osun, Rauf Aregbesola, has promised to be the pioneer of a heavy tax system on the rich Nigerians when he is inaugurated as a minister.
Aregbesola appeared before the Senate on Monday, 29 July 2019 to be selected as one of the ministerial candidates of President Muhammadu Buhari.
Senator Theodore Orji (Central Abia – PDP) has expressed concern about how more taxes from different agencies, at all three levels of government, affect the ease of doing business in the country. The legislator asked Aregbesola what it would do to encourage investment when it was inaugurated at the Federal Executive Council (FEC).
In response, Aregbesola said that Nigeria has neglected to force the rich of the country to fulfill their responsibilities towards the nation, in particular as regards taxes.
He said he would be in favor of a fair tax system that overcomes inequality in the country.
He said: “I will be a pioneer of privileged taxes for those who have enormous resources or wealth that Nigerians should take advantage of.
“I will recommend serious taxes for the rich in Nigeria.
“If that now translates into a burden on the state and the local government to reduce their inclination for taxes that make the poor continue to contribute with their inadequate resources, I would be satisfied.”
Aregbesola, who was governor of Osun between 2010 and 2018, also explained to the Senate why his administration had a controversial salary payment system for officials.
He said the state was severely affected by economic difficulties because of its huge infrastructure investments which, according to him, had been neglected for years before his time.
While addressing the press outside the Senate chamber after the screening, Aregbesola promised to do everything possible to serve the majority of Nigeria’s population.
Rauf Aregbesola, a former governor of the state of Osun and now a ministerial candidate for President Muhammadu Buhari, denied allegations that he did not pay workers during his eight years as governor.
Aregbesola pointed out that the allegations of not paying workers during his term as governor were due to malice and ignorance.
He made the clarifications during his confirmation hearing at the Senate on Monday.
According to Aregbesola: “The salary claims due to Osun during my mandate were due to malice and ignorance.
“By 2014, our nation was in distress, and virtually all states had difficulty with salaries.
“We came up with an approach that there is no month that any public official did not have salary every month.”
The Senate had on Tuesday last week commenced the screening of the ministerial nominees Buhari sent to them for confirmation among whom was Aregbesola.
The nominees include: Chris Ngige, Babatunde Fashola, Hadi Sirika, Rotimi Amaechi, Adamu Adamu, Mohammed Adamu, and Lai Mohammed.
Others in the list are: Uche Ogah, Emeka Nwajuiba, Sadiya Farouk, Musa Bello, Godswill Akpabio, Sharon Ikeazor, Ogbonnaya Onu, Akpa Udo, and Adebayo (Ekiti), Timipre Sylva, Adamu Adamu, Shewuye (Borno), Isa Pantami, Gbemi Saraki, Ramatu Tijani, Clement Abam.
Also listed as among the nominees are: Paullen Tallen, Abubakar Aliyu, Sale Mamman, Abubakar Malami, Muhammed Mamood, Mustapha Buba Jedi Agba, Olamilekan Adegbite, and Mohammed Dangyadi.
Lest I forget Mr President, Engr. Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola will not disappoint
He is an impeccable man of immutable openness, he is courteous and ethical, he has no pretext in any way, nor does he pretend to be ignored on any subject, a cultured, identifiable and accessible personality.
Former student of the prestigious Polytechnic University of Ibadan, one of the leading institutions of higher education in the country, where he specialized in mechanical engineering and graduated with great success.
He was one of the brightest members of the cabinet during his tenure as commissioner for works in the state of Lagos. The legacy of his administration remains the point of reference, in which the subsequent commissioners of works in the state of Lagos are inspired by an indelible proportion.
Later he enters his mandate as Governor of the State of Osun, where his incredible vision and passion for a greater State of Osun remains stronger every day.
His success rate recognized in the state of Osun says a lot. So let me be consistent. In terms of education, it was reasonably possible to state that education is classified as a flagship along with other factors, which anchored its administration to a successful note during its tenure as Governor of the State.
The enormous infrastructure development approach of its administration during its mandate and the deliberate attempt to expand the space of state schools at all levels, have prompted an unprecedented enrollment of school-aged citizens to register in the various schools of choice.
The pioneering impulse of his administration’s school feeding program, in all schools, the intervention truly deserves praise, as it was the first of its kind in the country and has become an instant milestone of hope for many.
The training of more qualified school teachers to manage the large expected influx of new students entering the school is worthy of praise, testifies to the solid calculation metrics of their administration that have encouraged and supervised the peaceful connection of all categories of schools of different religious religions. for the first time in the state of Osun.
The introduction of the concept of e-learning tablets (OPON IMO), was really a penetrating strategy from your administration during your mandate, it was a courageous attempt to simplify the learning process and also, for a more rapid articulation of basic learning subjects and, above all, was to facilitate the intellectual development of students in the last year of high school in the state.
The success of its introduction remains very encouraging. He introduced free uniforms for students of all public schools in the state. The creation of the school garment manufacturer also employed a considerable number of workers in the state.
He established a strong cadet force, known as the Osun Youth Empowerment Scheme (OYES) during his tenure, and they remained so diligently focused and a great source of pride.
It was created to help stop the high number of youth unemployment in the state. The agricultural sector of the state received a boost. During his tenure, roads were built inside, where most of the farmers grew their agricultural produce.
The construction of several roads by his administration has contributed to the transport of agricultural products, from farms to final consumers.
The massive initiative of building motorways and bridges in the state received a great recommendation from the good people of the state of Osun. In the state of Osun, under Engr. Rauf Olasoji Aregbesola, during his tenure as governor, I do not remember in the recent past any government that has filled me with so many positive aspects, in terms of development results from the state and its citizens. Engr. Ogbeni Olasoji Aregbesola, political odyssey, tribulations, successes, etc., remains uplifting. Under the circumstances,
Mr President, I hereby certify that Engr. Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, former immediate governor of the state of Osun, is very concentrated and cerebral. An incredible workaholic phenomenon will undoubtedly be a formidable resource if you gently approve his appointment in his esteemed cabinet in his second term as our beloved President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. You will certainly not disappoint His Excellency. I deeply appreciate your time and attention.
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