UNVEILING YAGBA FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY, KOGI STATE HOPEFUL, ENGINEER BAMIDELE OBINIYI, A GRASSROOT DEMOCRAT AND PORTRAIT OF AN ICONIC
LEADER

CHIEF (ENGR.) BASHORUN BAMIFELE JOHNSON ABAYOMI
OBINIYI MNSE, MCILGPA, FCLRM

The journey of a Thousand miles begins with the first step, in the
same anvil the journey of a man on earth begins at birth. It is on
this philosophical premise that I take a peep into the place of birth
and state of origin of this iconic leader who is married and blessed
with three lovely children. He was born in Isanlu community, Yagba
East LGA of Kogi State.
His early education was at CAC Primary School Isanlu, he proceeded to
African Church Secondary School Isanlu and finally St. Kizito’s
College also in Isanlu. He did not stop there as he went in search of
further advance academic qualifications to qualify as a Civil
Engineer. In quick succession he added more feathers to his academic
laurels with; Master in Transport Management MTM, Master in Business
Administration MBA and Advance Diploma in Theology from Christ
Apostolic Church Seminary Ile Ife, respectively.
He buttresses his academic background with rounded Professional
qualification and membership of relevant professional institutions for
career advancement and enhancement:
 Member Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE)
 Member Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public
Administration of Nigeria
 Fellow Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management of
Nigeria (FCLRMN)
His versatile professional work experience and managerial leadership
capacity encompasses but not limited to the following:
Chairman/MDChief Brodefe Network Ltd. Abuja
Provides overall leadership and direction to ensure the organization
achieves its vision, mission, goals and objectives. Organizes and
manages staff and contractors to provide effective and efficient
planning and construction. Approves and adopts organization’s
construction policies, procedures and maintains accountability for the
performance of the entire company. Provides overall leadership and
staff direction in formulating and achieving organization’s
objectives. Oversees the development and implementation of short-range
and long-range goals and business plans. Oversees organization’s
planning efforts, including identifying major priorities, establishing
goals and strategies that ensure the success of the projects. Provides
overall direction to ensure the safe delivery of quality construction
projects on time and within budget. Balances future infrastructure
needs that integrate development opportunities effectively and
respects community and stakeholders needs. Exercises fiscal
responsibility and provides the framework for developing strategies to
work within financial constraints. Manages departments including
developing, monitoring and adhering to organization’s
policies/procedures. Budget and achieving goals and objectives.
Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment, while
complying with all construction rules, policies, and procedures in
Construction of Roads all over the country.
Chairman/MD Sovereign International Sport Academy Abuja
Responsible for organizing sport championships, both local and
international to discover talents at the grass root. These include
Kogi State governor’s badminton championship from 2004 till date.
Chief Resident Engineer, Petroleum Tax Fund (PTF). Abuja.
(1998 - 2000)
Responsible for monitoring all PTF road project under Enugu State
Zone, Redesigning, Rehabilitation, Daily and Monthly report
preparation, Supervision and Monitoring of staff, determine the
financial needs of each site contractor, prepare bills and claims
payment for work done.
Redesign, rehabilitation and reconstruction of: Agabni road, Coal Camp
road, Enugu - Port Harcourt road, Enugu - Abakaliki road, Enugu - Awka
- Onitsha road, Abakaliki - Ogoja road, New Haven Abakpa road to
mention but few.
In his Personal Statement, he stated unequivocally that; “I will serve
as a leader, live a balanced life and apply ethical principles to make
a significant difference to the growth and development of the Federal
Republic of Nigeria”. It is a truism that the dream one has is a
picture of his tomorrow. He learnt early in life to be profitable in
what he does and perfected the art of being tenacious in any dream he
chases. He also learnt to be industrious, consistent and powerfully
focused. He has always been a dogged, hardworking person and has the
enabling ability and capacity to survive in any kind of challenging
situation. He did understand the moral of the “Wise Saying” that, “the
choices we make determine to a large extent our success in life”.
He is soft as a flower when it comes to kindness, but tough as
thunder when it comes to principle. He is courteous and polite at all
times, but can never be pushed around. This is just but a snippet of
the extensive repertoire of our Vintage; CHIEF (Engr.) Bashorun
Bamidele Johnson Abayomi Obiniyi MNSE, MCILGPA, MCLRM
As a philanthropist, he has been very conscious of his role in the
development of his community. In recognition of his kind gestures and
philanthropy, he was honored by the traditional council with the
chieftaincy title of Bashorun of Okeagi-land, and subsequently in
December 2016 he was honored with another exalted traditional
chieftaincy title Akeweje of Bagido followed closely in 2017 with the
title of Oluomo of Isanlu Kingdom.
His hobbies and interests include; Music, Football, Volleyball and Badminton.