Afolabi Ayantayo
Hon. Afolabi Ayantayo | |
|---|---|
| Commissioner for Establishments, Training and Pensions | |
| Assumed office September 2023 | |
| Governor | Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
| Preceded by | Ajibola Ponnle |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Education | University of Lagos (B.Sc.) |
| Occupation | Politician, Administrator |
Afolabi Ayantayo is a Nigerian politician and administrator who currently serves as the Honourable Commissioner for Establishments, Training and Pensions in Lagos State. He was appointed to the position by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and sworn in on September 13, 2023.[1][2]
Early Life and Education
Afolabi Ayantayo was born in Lagos State. He pursued higher education at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), where he obtained a degree in Mass Communication. He is also known for his interest in crime fiction and literary arts.[3][4]
Career
Ayantayo has previously served as Special Adviser on Political and Legislative Affairs.
In 2023, after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's re-election, Ayantayo was nominated, screened by the Lagos State House of Assembly, and sworn in as Commissioner for Establishments, Training and Pensions in September 2023.[5][6]
References
- ↑ Bolaji, Samuel (2023-09-13). "Sanwo-Olu swears in 37 commissioners, special advisers". The Punch. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ "Official Lagos State Website | The best place to find government services and information". lagosstate.gov.ng. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ "allAfrica.com: Encounter Addicted To Crime Fiction". allafrica.com. Archived from the original on 2001-04-10. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ "LeaderBox - Political Leadership Platform". leaderbox.africa. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ "Lagos bolsters Public Service with intensive training programmes". P.M. News. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-12-18.
- ↑ Anthony (2023-09-20). "Lagos establishments commissioner pledges purposeful leadership". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-12-18.