Dr. Wasiu Adewale Olatunbosun is an educationist, journalist, administrator, politician and communication professional with extensive experience in public service, academia and political communication. He hails from Ibadan North West Local Government Area of Oyo State.

Born on January 11, 1964, into the family of the late Alhaji Rauf Olatunbosun of the Ibikunle Dynasty, Ayeye, Ibadan, Dr. Olatunbosun began his education at Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo, before proceeding to the University of Ibadan, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Education/Language Arts.

He further obtained an M.A. in Communication and Language Arts from the University of Ibadan, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma and an M.Sc. in Mass Communication from the University of Lagos, Akoka.

He later earned his Ph.D. from Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State.

Dr. Olatunbosun began his professional career in journalism at the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS), where he served as Assistant News Editor between 1995 and 1996.

He subsequently worked at the University of Ibadan and later joined the public service as an Assistant Information Officer with Ibadan South West Local Government.

In 2003, he joined The Polytechnic, Ibadan, where he contributed to the training of students in Mass Communication. He also served as an Assistant Lecturer at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, where he taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

His political career began at the grassroots level with his election as Councillor representing Ward 5 in Ibadan North West Local Government. In 2011, he was appointed Caretaker Chairman of Ibadan North West Local Government, a position through which he contributed to grassroots development and public administration.

Following the emergence of Governor Seyi Makinde in 2019, Dr. Olatunbosun was appointed Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, where he has played a significant role in advancing government communication, cultural promotion and tourism development in Oyo State.

As Commissioner, he has championed initiatives aimed at strengthening public information management, promoting Oyo State’s rich cultural heritage and positioning the State as a major tourism destination.

Among the initiatives recorded during his tenure is the establishment of Aloore Online Radio, providing an additional platform for government communication and public engagement.

Dr. Olatunbosun is also a seasoned political communication practitioner, having contributed to the development and implementation of political campaigns, jingles and strategic communication initiatives.

An accomplished academic and researcher, he has participated in several fieldwork and sponsored research projects and has published academic papers in reputable journals. He has also attended and facilitated several seminars, conferences and professional development programmes.

Dr. Olatunbosun has received various awards and recognitions for his contributions to education, journalism, public service, political communication and community development.