Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi

Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi is a Nigerian lawyer, civil rights activist, and politician. He is a member of the House of Representatives representing Oshodi–Isolo II Federal Constituency of Lagos State. Elected on the platform of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, he serves in the 10th National Assembly..[1][2]

Onuakalusi contested under the Labour Party and defeated the incumbent Ganiyu Johnson of the APC with 29,386 votes to 16,650 votes.[3][4]

Early Life and Education

Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi is from Anambra State, Nigeria. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and Literary Studies and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He subsequently attended the Nigerian Law School, Lagos, where he completed his legal training and was called to the Nigerian Bar.[5]

Carrier

Before entering politics, Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi practised law in Nigeria. He also engaged in civil rights advocacy and public interest litigation through his legal practice, representing clients in matters relating to human rights and public accountability before his election to the House of Representatives in 2023.[6][5]

Political career

Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi is a member of the Labour Party. He was elected to represent Oshodi–Isolo II Federal Constituency of Lagos State in the House of Representatives during the 2023 general election and assumed office as a member of the 10th National Assembly. His election was affirmed by the National and State Houses of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal and later upheld by the Court of Appeal.[7][6]


Legislative activities

When he assumed office in the House of Representatives, Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi has sponsored and co-sponsored bills and motions on public administration, financial regulation, education, and constitutional reform. These include bills to establish a Corporate Social Responsibility Commission, a National Open Institute of Vocational Skills, Apprenticeship and Entrepreneurship, amendments to the National Library Act, the Price Control Act, and proposals to alter the Constitution. He has also sponsored motions on legislative and governance matters, including a motion calling for the expedited consideration of legislation to increase women's representation in elected offices.[8][9]


Community impacts

Jese Okey-Joe Onuakalusi has been associated with constituency projects and community programmes in Oshodi–Isolo II Federal Constituency. Publicly reported activities have included initiatives relating to education, skills development, public infrastructure, and community engagement.[10][11]

References

  1. ↑ "Appeal Court Upholds LP Onuakalusi's Election in Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency". This Day. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  2. ↑ Nwafor (2023-09-06). "LP celebrates as Tribunal upholds Fed House members election in Lagos". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  3. ↑ Oyero, Kayode (2023-09-04). "Oshodi Constituency: Tribunal Upholds LP's Onuakalusi, Dismisses APC's Petition". Channels Television. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  4. ↑ "INEC Archives". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-07-11.
  5. 1 2 "Biography". Retrieved 2026-07-12.
  6. 1 2 Oyero, Kayode (2023-09-04). "Oshodi Constituency: Tribunal Upholds LP's Onuakalusi, Dismisses APC's Petition". Channels Television. Retrieved 2026-07-12.
  7. ↑ "Appeal Court Upholds LP Onuakalusi's Election in Oshodi-Isolo Federal Constituency – THISDAYLIVE". Retrieved 2026-07-12.
  8. ↑ Taiwo, Olalere (2023-11-02). "Summary of Plenary proceedings of the House of Representatives for Thursday, November 2nd, 2023". Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation. Retrieved 2026-07-12.
  9. ↑ Akowe, Tony; Abuja. "Reps push for fast-track passage of women's special seats bill". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 2026-07-12.
  10. ↑ paul_adunwoke (2026-04-01). "Motorists commend Reps over rehabilitation of Ejigbo Road". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-07-12.
  11. ↑ Okogba, Emmanuel (2025-12-29). "Security: Onuakalusi tasks FG on urgent need to lights up communities". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-07-12.
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