Biyi Oloko, former special adviser on economic planning and internal revenue to late ex-governor of Oyo State Abiola Ajimobi, has won the Tilehurst South and Holybrook by-election in the United Kingdom.
Mr Oloko, a British citizen of Nigerian descent, replaces councillor Peter Argyle who died after 24 years of service.
Oloko, the new Conservative councillor, who has now been elected to West Berkshire Council, emerged victorious in the by-election that was also contested by Labour and the Liberal Democrats.
In his victory speech, Oloko said, “I can’t wait to get started on continuing Peter’s work alongside councillor Richard Somner. I met many of our residents on their doorsteps and their message was very clear, their priorities will be my priorities as I look forward to continuing to build on the good record of the Conservatives-led administration.”
The chartered accountant is the CEO of Stephen Simeon Limited, an international advisory business with presence in the UK and Africa.
Oloko is an active volunteer in the Berkshire region where he is a vice president of the Thames Valley District of Chartered Accountants and an ambassador of the Institute of Directors (Berkshire).
On his election, Conservative leader of West Berkshire Council Lynne Doherty said: “I’m delighted to welcome Biyi to the group. We share a passion for community involvement and I’m sure that he will champion the voice of his residents in this area.”
