Tayo Alasoadura is a Nigerian politician and a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He was born on June 3, 1949, in Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. Alasoadura is a spiritual mentor, a philanthropist, and a successful businessman. He is known for his contributions to the development of his community and his commitment to improving the lives of the people in his constituency.
Early Life and Education
Tayo Alasoadura was raised in Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. He attended St. Andrew’s Primary School, Owo, and later proceeded to Owo High School for his secondary education. After completing his secondary education, he went on to study at the University of Lagos, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. He later obtained a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the same institution.
Career
Tayo Alasoadura started his career as a banker, working with the Central Bank of Nigeria. He later ventured into business and became a successful entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of several companies, including Ondo State Radiovision Corporation, Megafield Nigeria Limited, and Tayo Alasoadura and Co. (Chartered Accountants).
Alasoadura’s political career started in 1999 when he was elected as a member of the Ondo State House of Assembly. He served as the Chairman of the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation. In 2003, he was elected as a member of the Federal House of Representatives, representing the Owo/Ose Federal Constituency. He was re-elected in 2007 and served as the Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream). In 2015, he was elected as a Senator representing Ondo Central Senatorial District. He was re-elected in 2019 and currently serves as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream).
Political Records
| Year | Position | Party |
|---|---|---|
| 1999-2003 | Member, Ondo State House of Assembly | AD |
| 2003-2007 | Member, Federal House of Representatives | PDP |
| 2007-2011 | Member, Federal House of Representatives | ACN |
| 2015-2019 | Senator, Ondo Central Senatorial District | APC |
| 2019-Present | Senator, Ondo Central Senatorial District | APC |
Personal Life
Tayo Alasoadura is married and has children. He is a devout Christian and a spiritual mentor to many. He is also a philanthropist and has contributed to the development of his community through various projects and initiatives.
Net Worth
Tayo Alasoadura’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. In Nigerian Naira, his net worth is approximately ₦4 billion. In Canadian dollars, it is approximately CAD 13 million, while in Ghana cedis, it is approximately GHS 57 million. In Kenya shillings, it is approximately KES 1.1 billion, while in South African rand, it is approximately ZAR 140 million. In Ugandan shillings, it is approximately UGX 37 billion, while in Indian rupees, it is approximately INR 740 million.
Awards and Nominations
Tayo Alasoadura has received several awards and nominations for his contributions to the development of his community and his commitment to improving the lives of the people in his constituency. Some of his awards and nominations include:
- Best Senator of the Year (2019) – Ondo State
- Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year (2018) – Ondo State
- Most Outstanding Senator (2017) – Ondo State
- Best Legislator of the Year (2016) – Ondo State
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