Accomplished Engineer, Politician And Illustrious Son Of Ondo State, Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde Clocks 70 In Style

Abegunde is not just a seasoned professional or political figure; he's a harmonious blend of both.

Family members, friends, kinsmen and admirers today celebrate Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde, the Executive Director; Corporate Services at Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) -as he joined the septuagenarians’ club. On the milestone occasion of his 70th birthday, well-wishers, including the President and other dignitaries across the country have heaped encomiums on Hon Abegunde for his life accomplishments and contributions to mankind. Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde’s journey has been a rich tapestry of engineering prowess, architectural brilliance, and dedicated public service. 

Born on January 10, 1955, he started from a civil engineering background. He enlarged his scope with architectural studies before moving into the esteemed chambers of the House of Representatives. His variegated forays endowed him with a plethora of skills and experiences.He attended at St. David’s Primary School, Akure, and  Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure. He thereafter acquired a B.Sc in Architecture from Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, Florida, U.S.A. He also obtained his Master’s in Architecture from Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A.

His professional journey began as an Assistant Civil Engineer at Akintobi-Oyenekan & Associates, where he played an instrumental role in developing roads in Ondo State. His career then spanned across international borders to the USA, where he showcased his technical prowess as a Systems Engineer for both the State of Maryland and the United States Patent and Trade Organization.In politics, his commitment to the public good has been evident. As a Member of the House of Representatives, he chaired committees on Inter-Governmental Affairs and the National Emergency Management Agency. His dedication to governance and statecraft further propelled him to serve as the Secretary to Ondo State Government (SSG) from 2017-2020.

Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde is not just a seasoned professional or political figure; he’s a harmonious blend of both. He is dedicated to exploring new territories, improving built environments, and positively impacting his local government, state, and the nation.Hon. Ifedayo possesses various certifications, including those from Microsoft, Cisco, and the American Society of Professional Estimators. His attributes resonate with organizational restructuring, team collaboration, excellent communication, relentless pursuit of objectives, and fostering strong interpersonal relationships.

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