Principal Officers

Adetoun Ibilola Popoola, born in 1984, attended the prestigious Queen’s College in Lagos.

An Alumnus of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), she bagged a B.Sc. in Business Administration in 2004. Adetoun also obtained an M.Sc. in Marketing and Communications Management from the University of Hull, UK in 2009.

Adetoun started her career in Banking as an Executive Trainee with Guaranty Trust Bank Plc in 2006. Her passion for excellence earned her exceptional promotion to the position of Banking Officer in 2012 and then Senior Banking Officer in 2015. With over 10 years experience in project management, customer experience and quality management, she joined the Strategy and Corporate Transformation Group of the Bank of Industry in 2018 as an Assistant Manager where she played an exceptional role in the success of the 2019 ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
Surveillance Audit for the Bank of Industry. Adetoun has attended several seminars and workshops within and outside the country, including: ISO 9001:2018 (Quality Management System) Internal Audit Certification; Root-Cause Analysis based on Lean Six Sigma Methodology Certification Training (by British Standards Institute); ISO Integrated Management System – Lead Implementer (Certification Training) (by British Standards Institute amongst others.

In 2019, Adetoun was appointed the General Manager of Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK). Since her assumption of office, she has intensely propagated the environmental sustainability vision of the State Government through various initiatives. Adetoun is happily married with children.

Olujimi Oyewale Soyemi, is a distinguished administrator, human resources professional and spiritual leader with over two decades of experience in public service, organizational management, and ministry. Known for his dynamic leadership, strategic thinking, and commitment to excellence, Mr. Soyemi has made significant contributions to various institutions in Lagos State, Nigeria, while also impacting lives through his pastoral work and authorship.

He holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business Administration from the University of Lagos (2012) and a Master of Science (MSc) in Organizational Behaviour (2023/2024). His academic qualifications are complemented by certifications in Human Resources, Communication, and Administration, as well as a Diploma in Data Processing.

Mr. Soyemi’s career spans key roles in administration and human resources, showcasing his expertise in organizational management. As Head of the Admin/HR Department at Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK) (2024–Present), he oversees recruitment, training, policy implementation, and strategic planning. Previously, he served as Senior Admin/HR Officer and Personal Assistant to the Chairman of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (2016–2021), managing schedules, election planning, and HR compliance. He also worked as an Admin/HR Officer II at the Public Service Office (2015–2016), assisting in service matters and organizing training programs. Earlier, as Admin/HR Officer and Personal Assistant to the Chief Judge of the Lagos State Judiciary (2012–2014), he managed judicial operations. His career began with data processing roles (2001–2012), where he supervised documentation and data management, laying the foundation for his administrative expertise.

In the course of his service, he has received the Outstanding Officer Award from the Lagos State Government (2014) and a Commendation Letter from the Lagos State Chief Judge (2014).

He is a member of the Protocol & Diplomacy International – Protocol Officers Association (PDI-POA) and has contributed to electoral processes, including the Lagos State LG/LCDA Elections (2017 and 2021) and the US General Elections (2016).

Mr. Soyemi is happily married, blessed with children, and enjoys lecturing, reading, sports, networking, and listening and composing gospel music. His life and career exemplify a blend of administrative excellence, spiritual leadership, and a dedication to inspiring others, leaving a lasting impact on institutions, communities, and individuals alike.

Mrs, Oluyomi Olaide Collins started her career with the Lagos State Government as an Agricultural Officer 1 in 2000 at the Ministry of Agriculture and Co-operative for 7 years where she was involved in Training, Advocacy & Processing activities with Farmers. She was later deployed to the Ministry of the Environment – Office of Environmental Services as a pioneer staff in the Climate Change Unit, where she exercised her teachings skills at the School Advocacy Unit, Organizing Quiz competition for Schools, and was involved in the Organization of the first to Seventh International Climate Change Summits for the State.

She graduated from University of Nigeria, Nsukka Enugu State in 1996, where she studied Food Science and Technology. She had her Post Graduate Diploma in Education at the University of Lagos 2011, also obtained Master’s in Environmental Management from University of Lagos in 2016 so as to broaden her scope in Environment. At the School Advocacy Unit of Environmental Planning and Climate Change Department, she was involved in Training of project officers deployed to secondary schools at 6 Educational Districts, in which her knowledge in Education was an added value in the climate change curriculum.

She has attended several local and international workshops and courses on Climate Change, at the University of Rhode Island U.S.A and Green House Gas Emission Training at the World Bank, The Paris Agreement as Developmental Agenda 2020. She worked on policy drafting for climate change and with Non-Governmental Organization on their Policy Advocacy and Partnership programme in conjunction with DFID- Development Partners.

She recently obtained professional certification in Occupational Safety Health Academy in 2020.OSHA U.S.A. Currently deployed to Lagos State Parks and Gardens (LASPARK) to continue the Advocacy, Training and Sensitization drive to promote greening within the state and mitigate the effect of climate change.

She is a member of Science Association of Nigeria (Lagos State Chapter) and a Professional member of Nigeria Institute of Food Science and Technology now chattered and currently, the Vice Co-coordinator of Ikeja zone of the Institute.

She is beautifully married with 4 children.

Hafeez Adetokunbo Shittu, a Deputy Director with the Lagos State Government holds a Bachelor of Agriculture Degree and Masters in Business Administration from the University of Benin.

He joined the service of the Lagos State Government in 2001 as Agric Officer II and was deployed to the then Lagos State Agricultural Training Institute Araga, Epe (Now Agric Yes) as an Instructor, later becoming the Head of Livestock Department of the Institute before he was deployed to the then Ministry of Rural Development as Regional Manager for Epe Division. He subsequently served as Zonal Manager for Epe Zone in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs.

In year 2016, he was deployed to Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency in the Ministry of Environment. While at LASPARK, he has served in various capacities which include, Assistant Head, Horticultural Research and Development Department (HRD), and Regional Manager Region one, receiving a Letter of Commendation from the Agency in 2018 for his performance. In year 2020, he was made the Head of the Operations Unit of the Agency and presently serves in that capacity.

He is a member of Nigerian Institute of Animal Science and a Registered Animal Scientist.

Mr. Shittu is married with children.

Adebimpe Kuponu is a Deputy Director and the Head, Tree Planting and Maintenance Department of the Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency.

She is a graduate of University of Lagos where she obtained her B.Sc. Chemistry and also a certificate in computer applications. She also possesses certificates in Activating Leadership Potential and in Building Strong Organization from the African Leadership Development Centre of the Covenant University. She is a member of the Science Association of Nigeria.

Mrs. Kuponu joined the Lagos State Civil Service in 2002 and rose through the ranks and files in public service at the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (Office of Environmental Services) and Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency where she works till date.

She was a pioneer staff of Climate change Unit of the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (Office of Environmental Services) and part of the organizers of the maiden to third International Climate Change Summit in the State. Under the mitigative aspect of Climate Change Unit, she anchored the ‘Me and My Tree’ programme in Lagos State Schools from 2011 to 2016 in the Tree Planting Unit of the Ministry which later became a full-fledged Department and whose function was transferred to Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency upon establishment in 2011 where she was also a pioneer staff.

At the Tree Planting and Maintenance Department of the Agency, she is a key staff in organizing the Annual Lagos State Tree Planting Day ceremony which holds at designated sites and all the 57 LGs/LCDAs across the State. She coordinates the Continuous and Commemorative Tree Planting Exercise for the State and various organizations. She also carries out sensitization and advocacy on the importance of Tree Planting.

She was the team lead of the establishment of 6 botanical gardens in 6 State Secondary Schools. She has participated in several workshops and trainings both locally and internationally and worthy of note is the International Workshop of Experts on Global Environmental Change (including Climate Change and Adaption) in sub-Saharan Africa held in Pretoria, South Africa amongst others.

In all, she is a resourceful team player and pragmatic public servant that is passionate in the greenery initiatives of the State Government.

Jimoh R. Omoniyi is a seasoned Accountant with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Masters in Business Administration. He is a Fellow of the institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and an Associate member of both National Accountants of Nigeria and chartered institute of Administration.

With over 20 years of professional experience he has worked in various Ministries, departments and agencies, including State Treasury Office, LASEPA, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Environment, and Lagos State Printing Corporation.

He is currently serving as the Head Finance and Accounts at (LASPARK)

His expertise lies in financial analysis, internal control and compliance with regulatory standards, also passionate about delivering accurate financial information to support strategic decision making,

Outside work he enjoys reading, traveling, and football.

He is married with children.

Oriyomi Basiru Hassan joined the Civil Service on 1^st April, 1999 as Teacher grade II in Lagos State Ministry of Education for 7 (seven) years.

In 2006, he was re-designated from Education officer to Principal Agricultural Superintendent II in Ministry of Agricultural as Extension officer in Epe and Ikorodu serves as Extension Agent in the rural Area.

In 2007, he was later deployed to Ministry of Rural Development from 2006, where he served in empowering the youth on Agriculture entrepreneurship in Epe, Ibeju Lekki, Badargy and Ikorodu Communities.

In 2013, he was later deployed to Ministry of Local Government and Community Affair (now called Local Government and Chieftaincy) served in dissemination of Agricultural Development initiatives to nine Local Governments in the State till year 2016.

In 2016, he was later deployed to Ministry of Environment directly posted to LASPARK (Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency) where he has served in different capacities, currently as Head, Plant Nursery.

Mr. Hassan has an HND in Agric. Management & Extension from Lagos State Polytechnic, and a  B.Sc in Agric. Extension and Rural Development from Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta.

He is married with children.

Seriki Saheed Olakunle is an alumnus of Lagos State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Biochemistry. He subsequently earned a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Lagos.

He joined the service of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in 2009 and was deployed to the Directorate of Clinical Services and Training. During his time there, he played significant roles as Secretary to several policy and decision-making committees, including the Medical Advisory Committee, Infection Control Committee, Theatre Users Committee, Hospital Disaster Management Committee etc. In recognition of his dedication and outstanding performance, he was awarded the Outstanding Officer of the Directorate in 2012.

In 2013, he transferred to the mainstream Civil Service and was deployed to the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, and subsequently to the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).

In 2018, he was deployed to the Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK), where he has served in various units and capacities, including the Water Management Unit and the Partnerships Unit. He currently serves as the Head of the Parks Management Unit, providing strategic leadership and oversight for the effective management and sustainability of public recreational parks across the State.

Mr. Seriki is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) and is happily married with children.