Tunji Bello Biography, Education, Career, Controversies, And Net Worth

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Olatunji Bello, born on 1 July 1961, is a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, journalism, and environmental activism. He currently serves as the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources under the Babajide Sanwo-Olu Administration in Lagos State. He has recently been appointed by President Bola Tinubu as the new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice-Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), pending Senate confirmation.

Tunji Bello Profile

Name	Tunji Bello
Real Name	Olatunji Bello
Date of Birth	1 July 1961
Age	63 years
State of Origin	Lagos State
Tribe	Yoruba
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Politician
Religion	Christianity
Marital Status	Married
Net Worth	$500,000
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Educational Background

Olatunji Bello pursued a robust educational journey that fortified his expertise across multiple disciplines. He commenced his academic endeavors at the University of Ibadan, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science in 1984. Continuing his quest for knowledge, he pursued a Master’s degree in International Law and Diplomacy at the University of Lagos, graduating in 1987. Undeterred in his pursuit of academic excellence, he later obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree from the same institution in 2000. Subsequently, in 2001, he earned the prestigious Barrister at Law qualification from the Nigerian Law School in Lagos, solidifying his legal acumen and paving the way for his illustrious career in law and public service.

Career

Tunji Bello began his career in journalism at the Concord Press of Nigeria, starting as a Features Writer and quickly rising to become an Editor. He later served as Chairman of the Editorial Board at THISDAY Newspaper. He also worked as a Staff Writer for St. Petersburg Times in Florida and US News & World Report in Washington DC.

In politics, Bello’s career took off as the Special Assistant to MKO Abiola, the winner of Nigeria’s annulled June 12, 1993, Presidential election. He was actively involved in NADECO, a pro-democracy group advocating for democratic governance in Nigeria.

He joined the Lagos State government under Governor Bola Tinubu, serving as the Head of Signage and Advertising Agency (LASSA) and subsequently as Commissioner for Environment. He continued to hold influential positions under subsequent administrations, including Secretary to the State Government under Governor Akinwunmi Ambode.