Bode-Adeoye Oyekola Johnson
Member, Ekiti State House of Assembly — Ekiti West II
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Bio Summary
Hon. Bode-Adeoye Oyekola Johnson, widely known as JOBA, is the APC lawmaker representing Ekiti West II in the Ekiti State House of Assembly. Previously Leader of Government Business, he is a seasoned journalist turned politician with a BA in History & International Studies and a diploma in journalism. His career spans award-winning journalism and legislative leadership.
Education
B.A. History & International Studies, Lagos State University — 2008
Diploma in Journalism, Times Journalism Institute — 1992
Additionally, awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by Calvary Institute of Theological Seminary, South Africa.
Professional Background
A distinguished journalist turned legislator, he earned multiple journalism awards:
- Best Journalist of the Year — Zenith Club, Ijesa-Isu (2013)
- Best Crime Reporter — CRAN Award (1994)
- Daily Times Omnibudsman Award (1993)
- Best Reporter of the Month — Daily Times (1992)
- He transitioned into politics, serving as Leader of Government Business in the Assembly prior to his current term.