Kalejaiye Adeboye Paul
Kalejaiye Adeboye Paul | |
|---|---|
| Federal Representative | |
| Preceded by | Taiwo Kolawole |
| Constituency | Ajeromi-Ifelodun |
| Personal details | |
| Party | All Progressive Congress (APC) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Kalejaiye Adeboye Paul is a Nigerian politician. He currently serves as a member of the Federal House of Representative, representing Ajeromi Ifelodun constituency in the 10th Nigerian National Assembly. He succeeded Taiwo Kolawole.[1][2] He was elected under the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC).[3]
Early Life and Education
Kalejaiye Adeboye Paul was born on 20 May 1960. He attended Nazareth High School, Imeko, Ogun State. He later obtained a degree in Education, a master's degree in Public Administration, and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). He is also an Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).[4][5][6]
Career
Kalejaiye Adeboye Paul served as Special Adviser on Rural Development to the Governor of Lagos State. He later served as Chairman of LAGFERRY Service Limited before his election to the House of Representatives.[7] In the 2023 general election, he was elected to represent Ajeromi/Ifelodun Federal Constituency of Lagos State in the House of Representatives and assumed office as a member of the 10th National Assembly.[8][9][10]
Legislative activities
IAs part of his service in the 10th National Assembly, he has sponsored a bill for the National Institute of Journalism and Media Studies (Establishment) in 2025, and bills relating to the establishment of Ibile Entrepreneur University and the prohibition of fuel scooping from accidented petroleum tankers.[11]
Community impacts
Paul established the KAP Widows Foundation in 2010. In 2025, the foundation organised an outreach programme as part of activities marking his 50th birthday. He has also undertaken constituency programmes focused on education, healthcare, youth development, and empowerment.[11][12][13]
References
- ↑ "House Of Reps Member Distributes Palliatives To Constituents – Trending News". Archived from the original on 2025-01-04. Retrieved 2025-01-24.
- ↑ Nda-Isaiah, Jonathan (2024-03-26). "Lawmaker Says Tinubu's Policies Hold Bright Future For Nigeria". Leadership. Retrieved 2025-01-24.
- ↑ Rapheal (2022-11-26). "3 times I won to go to House of Reps, but was asked to step down". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-01-24.
- ↑ vanguard (2009-09-18). "I want to do things that will surpass my generation â€" Paul Kalejaiye". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-07-13.
- ↑ "National Assembly | Federal Republic of Nigeria". nass.gov.ng. Retrieved 2026-07-13.
- ↑ "10th National Assembly Members - Voter - Validating the Office of the Electorate on Representation". orderpaper.ng. Retrieved 2026-07-13.
- ↑ "I want to do things that will surpass my generation â€" Paul Kalejaiye". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-07-14.
- ↑ "Payment - Update Profile - Voter - Validating the Office of the Electorate on Representation". parliamentreports.com. Retrieved 2026-07-14.
- ↑ "National Assembly of Nigeria | People's Parliament". nass.gov.ng. Retrieved 2026-07-14.
- ↑ "APC | Hon. Adeboye Paul Kalejaiye". apc.com.ng. Retrieved 2026-07-14.
- 1 2 Nation, The. "Lawmaker promises constituents effective representation". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 2026-07-14.
- ↑ Daniel, Eniola (2026-03-27). "House of Reps member urges leaders to prioritise people's needs". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2026-07-14.
- ↑ vanguard (2010-06-04). "Kalejaiye clocks 50, empowers community". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2026-07-14.