MR. NIYI OLALEKAN OGUNDELE is from Ido-Osun in the Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State, Nigeria. His educational journey began at Government Technical College in Oyo, where he studied from 1987 to 1990. He then attended St. Andrew’s College of Education in Oyo from 1992 to 1995, further strengthening his academic background.

In pursuit of higher education, MR. OGUNDELE enrolled at the Federal University of Technology in Minna, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Technology, specializing in Industrial & Technology Education (Automobile) in 1999.

MR. OGUNDELE began his professional career in 2001 when he joined the Osun State Civil Service as an Education Officer. His dedication and leadership abilities led him to serve as Principal at several prominent colleges, including Government Technical College in Gbongan (2010-2012), Government Technical College in Inisa (2013-2015), Government Technical College in Ile Ife (2015-2017), and Government Technical College in Osogbo (2018-2019)

In recognition of his outstanding service, he was promoted to Deputy Director within the State Civil Service in 2019. Currently, MR. NIYI OLALEKAN OGUNDELE holds the position of Director of School Services at the Osun State Board for Technical and Vocational Education, where he continues to contribute to the advancement of technical education in the state.