Olamilekan Adegbite

Arc. Olamilekan Adegbite is a Nigerian architect, entrepreneur, and public servant. He is best known for his role as the former Minister of Mines and Steel Development for the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Early Life and Education Adegbite is a Nigerian national and attended the University of Lagos, where he studied architecture. He is a trained architect and entrepreneur. Career Progression and Major Achievements Prior to his ministerial appointment, Adegbite held a key position within the Ogun State government. He served as the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure under the administration of Governor Ibikunle Amosun. On August 21, 2019, Arc. Olamilekan Adegbite was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari as the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, succeeding Abubakar Bwari. During his tenure, he was a member of the Second Cabinet of President Muhammadu Buhari. He served in this capacity until the end of the administration on May 29, 2023. Current Status Following the end of his term as Minister of Mines and Steel Development, he was succeeded in the ministry by Shuaibu Audu and Dele Alake as the Ministers of Mines and Steel Development and Solid Minerals, respectively. Adegbite's professional background remains rooted in architecture and entrepreneurship.