Media and communications expert, Gboyega Akosile has assumed new role as the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
The appointment was announced in a statement signed by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro last Wednesday. Akosile is expected to resume his new role with immediate effect.
“I wish to convey the approval of Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State, of your new appointment as Special Adviser, Media and Publicity (Non-Cabinet Rank) to Governor. The appointment takes effect from 13th March 2024 to 21st May 2027.
“In appointing you, the State Government expects you to demonstrate a high level of dedication, diligence, and selflessness in the discharge of your duties to justify the confidence and trust reposed in you,” the statement reads in part.
In his new role, Akosile is expected to continue his media and perception management of the Governor and his administration, in line with the Government’s THEMES+ development agenda.
He has over two decades of robust career and hands on experience in journalism, media and perception management.
Prior to his new appointment, Akosile was the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sanwo-Olu. He had earlier served as Media Adviser to the Governor during the 2019 governorship campaign and in the same capacity after the swearing-in of Governor Sanwo-Olu for a second term.
Akosile also served as Deputy Chief Press Secretary and later Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sanwo-Olu during his first term in office.
He holds Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts from the University of Ilorin and a Master of Arts degrees in Theatre Arts from the University of. He also bagged a Master of Business Administration degree, MBA at the Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU between 2008 and 2010.