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Ruth Abisola Olusanya

Ruth Abisola Olusanya

Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Lagos State

All Progressives Congress Lagos State

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Bio Summary

Abisola Olusanya is the Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems—a seasoned technocrat with a strong background in architecture, business, and agricultural supply chains. A first in the Ministry’s history, she became the first female Commissioner in 2020, leading the state’s five‑year agriculture and food systems roadmap. Known for her participative, insights‑driven leadership, she seeks to modernize Lagos’s agri‑sector through innovation, public–private partnerships, and food security initiatives.

Education

  1. Primary Education: St. Margaret Nursery & Primary School, Ikorodu
  2. Secondary Education: Queens College, Yaba
  3. Tertiary Education: University of Lagos, Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (admitted in 2001, completed circa 2006)
  4. Graduate Education: MBA in General Management, Lagos Business School (completed approximately 2011)

Professional Background

  1. Olam International (2011 onwards): Joined via West African management training programme. Advanced to regional sales manager, leading sales, marketing, and supply chain operations for Olam’s Ghana segment. Managed stakeholder interaction across countries including Mozambique, Cameroon, Vietnam, Thailand, India, UAE, and Singapore

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