Adaramaja: An epitome of loyalty and patriotism

By Ayantunde Ayangbayi, JP.

Those who know him will agree with me that Prof. Abdulraheem Adaramaja is the epitome of compassion and selfless service to humanity. He is humanist personified and a leader webbs with cerebral wittily.

The Story of Prof. Shehu Abdulraheem Adaramaja is no doubt llikened to that of a star at its peak of brightness. Amidst numerous accomplishments and positive contributions to the growth of educational development of his people, Kwara youths and the society at large, he has remain humble and resolutes.

A cerebral sage and academician, here is a reliable, large hearted and high profile politician cum administrator, in person of Prof Shehu Abdulraheem Adaramaja, the Executive Chairman, Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (KWSUBEB), Ilorin.

Hails from Otte in Asa Local Government Area of Kwara State, a thorough bred Islamic scholar and very vast in western education. His responsibilities in Kwara SUBEB includes policy implementation, school management, teacher training, curriculum development, infrastructure development, resource allocation, monitoring and evaluation etc.

These responsibilities are aimed at ensuring that basic education in Kwara State is on a sound footing. Even a nonesayer will agree that the portfolio of Executive Chairman, Kwara State SUBEB is overwhelming and needs a highly literate minded personality to handle the agency of government.

Adaramaja from all indices is a square peg in a square hole, and without prejudice to fact, he is fit for the job.

He was reappointed by the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mall. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on the 14th January, 2025 for performing creditably and excellently in his first tenure.

The SUBEB boss, Adaramaja stepped up his good works and was recognized at the National level, has he emerged the Dean of the Forum of Chairmen of State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) in Nigeria.

Reacting to his unanimous choice at a media chat in Ilorin, Prof. Adaramaja dedicated the feat to the KWSUBEB Team under the leadership of His Excellency, Mall AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.

It is crystally unambigious the fact that successful men become success only because they acquire the habit of thinking in terms of success. This is what has constantly kept Professor Shehu Abdulraheem Adaramaja on top of his career, assignment and endeavors.

An Ilorin based business mogue, Engr. Abdulrahman Giwa, once, said, “Professor Shehu Abdulraheem Adaramaja is one of the personalities you will encounter everyday without knowing he is a top shot.

“His unassuming and self effacing persona is a breath of fresh air, particularly against the backdrop of arrogance normally displayed by our public office holders in Nigeria”.

Similally a staff of KWSUBEB who doesn’t want her name imprint said, “Adaramaja is a much focused gentleman who ties all his energy concentration and ability towards attaining success in whatever task/responsibility/duty he is assigned.”

This journalist sees independently minded person in Adaramaja, who does not say yes or no on issues based on sentiment, but always considers the overall interest of the people.

He is a Nigerian who has the desire of the people at heart always. He has discussed upliftment of Nigeria’s socio-economic, educational advancement and stable political life at different fora.

By way of advice, KWSUBEB should consider more advocacy, public enlightment and publications to inform the citizenry on its activities/programs. This will document the monumental achievements of the board and will serve as a documentary handbook for future reference.

In addendum to this, radio programs in various local languages should also be put in place as a medium of reaching various publics. An Interactive village meetings to enhance proper interface with stakeholders and the general public should also be pursued vigorously.

Prof. Abdulraheem Adaramaja is a well travelled Nigerian and compassionate family man with a manifest devotion to families and friends. He is a news and home maker, and avid art collector, a stickler for excellence.

He is a jolly good fellow who enjoys a life of dedication, loyalty, service and patriotism to humanity.He is married and loves writing, travelling, meeting people alogside exchange of ideas.

Keep the good job Sir!

Ayangbayi, is a journalist and a media consultant. He writes from Ilorin, Kwara State.