President Bola Tinubu and Professor Tunji Olaopa.

President Bola Tinubu congratulates political scientist, public administrator and Federal Civil Service Commission Chairman Prof. Tunji Olaopa as he clocks the milestone 65 years today, Friday, December 20, 2024.

A reputable intellectual and advocate of public service reforms and institutional strengthening, Olaopa rose to the zenith of his civil service career. Before retiring, he served as Permanent Secretary in various ministries before proceeding to establish the Ibadan School of Government and Public Policy – ISGPP. He later lectured at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies in Kuru, near Jos.

President Tinubu commends Prof. Olaopa for his contributions to nation-building through his engagement in public service and interventions and his scholarly contributions including numerous books and writings, which have helped shape public policy.

The President charges Prof. Olaopa with instituting reforms that adequately position the service as the bedrock of purposeful administration and governance.

President Tinubu extends his warmest wishes to the esteemed professor, hoping for many years of good health and meritorious service to the country.