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Adekunle Ayodele Olusola

Sports Psychologist and Mental Performance Expert

Dr Adekunle Ayodele Olusola, is a lecturer in the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, University of Lagos. Specialising in emotional regulation and mental skills training, he helps athletes achieve peak performance. He also teaches sports psychology at the Nigeria Institute of Sports and has numerous publications on therapy, physical exercise, and mental preparation for athletic excellence.

Aminu Gwadabe

President at Association of Bureaux de Change Operators of Nigeria

Alhaji Aminu Gwadabe is the president of the Association of Bureau De Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON) that represents the interests of licensed Bureau de Change operators in Nigeria. Gwadabe comments on issues relating to the foreign exchange market, currency exchange rates, and economic policies in Nigeria over the years.

Asha Gangali

Singer and music producer

Asha Gangali is a Nigerian singer, actor, talent coach, and entrepreneur. He is known for his iconic talent show "ROC DA MIC AFRICA", which identified talents such as DBanj and Don Jazzy, Timaya, Wande Coal, Soul E, Konga, Seyi Law in 2004-2005. He served as the national treasurer of the Performing Musicians Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) and a member of the Executive Board of The Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria (MCSN). He is also the managing director and co-founder of GOCREATE AFRICA.

Auwal Musa Rafsanjani

Human rights activist

Auwal Musa Rafsanjani is the chairman of the Board of Amnesty International, Nigeria, and executive director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC). Rafsanjani has been a member of Civil Liberties Organization and a member of The Center for Democracy and Human Rights. He was a founding member of Campaign for Democracy, led by late Beko Ransome Kuti, Democratic Alternative, also a member and coordinator of United Action for Democracy (UAD) led by Olisa Agbakoba.

Barrister Oladotun Hassan

Public Affairs analyst

Barrister Oladotun Hassan, a Public Affairs analyst, is the secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association, Epe Branch. He is also the executive project director of Lawyers for Reform Group. Barrister Hassan is a member of the Section for Public Interest and Development Law (SPIDEL), the NBA Security Agencies Relations Committee. He is the president of the Nigerian Youths Coalition, secretary general of Nigeria Ethnic Nationalities Youth Leaders Council, and president of the Yoruba Council Worldwide.

Dozie Igweilo

Renewable energy and circular economy expert

Dozie Igweilo is an entrepreneur and innovator passionate about renewable energy, sustainability, and the circular economy in Africa. He is the founder of Quadloop, a climate tech company that repurposes electronic waste to create solar lanterns and home systems with a lower environmental impact.

Dr Abubakar Sani

Public affairs and security analyst

Dr Abubakar Sani is a public affairs and security analyst. He is an SSA to former Army Chief, T.Y Buratai. He is a Certified Anti-Terrorism Specialist (CAS) and a researcher of international repute.

Dr Olumuyiwa Igbalajobi

Scholarship expert and CEO of Scholarship Cafe

Olumuyiwa Igbalajobi (PhD) is an educationist based in Canada. He is the founder of Scholarship Carfe, a body that helps Nigerians to secure scholarships abroad. Igbalajobi provides informed insights on scholarship-related matters on his X (Twitter) page regularly.

Duke Ezikpe Mma

Mental Health Expert

Duke Ezikpe Mma is a Mental Health Specialist, Educationist, Coach, and Writer dedicated to mental wellness and advocacy. He holds degrees in Clinical Psychology from Nasarawa State University and Information Management from Ahmadu Bello University. As the founder of Where Do Broken Hearts Go and Grayscale Support Group, he provides safe spaces for individuals facing mental health challenges. A member of COSROPIN, he actively advocates for the well-being and rights of older persons in Nigeria.

Faruq Abbas

Legal expert

Faruq Abbas is the Managing Partner of Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co., with over 15 years of experience in dispute resolution and alternative dispute resolution. Appointed as a Notary Public for Nigeria in 2022, he specializes in commercial litigation, family law, labour law, property law, and debt recovery. A recognized Trademark Agent and arbitrator, he has appeared in notable cases and legal publications. Faruq is a member of esteemed legal organisations and frequently engages in media discussions on political, social, and legal issues.

Hamzat Lawal

Policy advocate

Hamzat B. Lawal is an anti-corruption activist. He is the founder of Follow The Money, a social accountability initiative that comprises data analysts, journalists, activists, and students. Hamzat is also the Chief Executive of Connected Development (CODE), a non-governmental organization that is empowering marginalised communities in Africa with access to information on how to better engage their government for the implementation of public services.

Inibehe Effiong

Human Rights Lawyer

Inibehe Effiong is a human rights lawyer and activist committed to ending corruption and injustice. Effiong is the national legal adviser of the African Action Congress (AAC). He is also the principal counsel/head of chambers at Inibehe Effiong Chambers.

Kehinde Ajose

Entertainment journalist and publisher

Kehinde Ajose is an entertainment journalist published in top media outlets like Vanguard and The Punch. Kehinde previously worked as an entertainment editor with The NewsGuru. He continues to share his perspectives and knowledge through his issue-based podcast, "Conversations with Kenni." Kehinde is also the publisher of "Entertainment Reporter." He is the author of "Donjazzyfied," which offers insights into the life and impact of Nigeria's showbiz personality, DonJazzy.

Mimi Okeren

Fashion illustrator and stylist

As a stylist and fashion illustrator, Mimi taught in different fashion schools in Nigeria and got involved with most international designers like House of Maryjane, Veekee James, Prudential Styling, Toju Foyeh, Celafrique, Lakimmy Fashion Academy, Nikki Africana Fashion Institute, Wow Couture and so many more. Mimi offers physical and online training for students in fashion illustration, styling, art and designing.

Muhammadu Sanusi

Veterinary Public Health and Biosafety Expert

Dr. Muhammad Sanusi Yusuf is a seasoned veterinarian and academic with extensive experience in veterinary public health, dairy farming, and biosafety. He holds a DVM, an MSc in Veterinary Public Health, and is pursuing a PhD at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. A Fellow of the College of Veterinary Surgeons of Nigeria, he serves as Lecturer I at ABU and Managing Director of Mafa Integrated Farms Ltd. His expertise spans clinical practice, research, and project management in livestock health and production.

Olumide Adesina

Cryptocurrency expert and senior analyst at Quantum Economics

Olumide Adesina is a French-born financial market writer and trader who tracks, analyses and reports changes in financial markets. Olumide has over 15 years of working experience in investment trading. He reports news about the international and Nigerian financial markets. His byline has appeared across news platforms like Yahoo Finance, Yahoo New Zealand, CoinDesk, Nasdaq, TheCable, and Africa Report, among others.

Titilope Anifowoshe

Lawyer

Titilope Anifowoshe is a legal practitioner, author, and development consultant. She is an advocate of politics with values and SDGs. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Eagles Foundation for Humanity, COO, Citizens Hub and Co-Convener of For Citizens Alliance.

Tunji Andrews

Co-founder and CEO of Awabah

Tunji Andrews is the co-founder and CEO of Awabah. Andrews is a highly skilled economist, entrepreneur, and committed financial inclusion advocate on a mission to create dedicated financial offerings for Africa’s underserved informal sector. He has over a decade of experience in public and private sector roles across West Africa as an economist (TTAC AFRICA, ResourceDat).

Uzoamaka Nwachukwu

Mental Health and Trauma Recovery Specialist

Uzoamaka J. Nwachukwu is a highly trained mental health professional with expertise in grief counselling, emotional intelligence, and cognitive behavioural therapy. She holds a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Enugu State University of Science & Technology and multiple certifications in mental health, counselling, and psychology. With extensive training in trauma recovery, suicide prevention, and resilience-building, she is dedicated to supporting individuals through emotional and psychological challenges. She also holds a Diploma in Professional Counselling.