Meet Shapers

Luqman Mustapha
Curator
With over 4 years of proven track record as a Monitoring & Evaluation Analyst in the social protection sector (Social investment and Human capital development) and program/project design, Luqman has contributed to initiatives that drive human capital development, spanning education, empowerment, and uplifting underserved communities both at the state and national levels. He is a co-founder at ForeLeap Consults, a firm that provides adaptive systems thinking and people-centered design, delivery, and evaluation of programs, products, and policies in the Enviromental, Social & Behavioral, and Technology and Innovational– systems. He's a sport fan of the English premier league and Formula 1 racing.
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Rafat Yewande Alabelewe
Vice Curator
Rafat is an agricultural economist with an M.Sc. in Agricultural Extension and a background in cybersecurity. She is passionate about leveraging knowledge and innovation to foster sustainable development and empower communities.
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Rhoda Ipinoluwa
Impact Officer
Ipinoluwa Oluwafowokanmi is a passionate social innovator and peace advocate currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Peace and Security Studies. She is the founder of the Peace Bridge Initiative, where she leads efforts to educate and empower young people through peace education, community engagement, and advocacy.
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Abdul-Qudus Yusuf
Founding Curator
Abdul-Qudus is a dynamic and innovative Human Resource Management professional with progressive experience that span across the Tech, Supply Chain & Logistic, Automotive, Media, NGO, and management consulting sectors. He is the founder of the Ilorin Global Shapers Community .
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Islamiyat Atotileto
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Islamiyat Atotileto is a writer-editor and book influencer passionate about amplifying African voices through literature. She has worked with both self-published authors and publishing houses in Nigeria to promote stories that reflect African experiences. Her main goal is to promote a vibrant reading culture, bring self-published authors into the spotlight, and foster literary appreciation across diverse audiences. Islamiyat holds a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science and is currently pursuing her PhD. She also enjoys volunteering and is passionate about giving back to the community in ways that support learning, creativity, and growth.
Zainab Oyindamola Salami
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Passionate about fostering innovation and driving positive change
Halimat Opeyemi Akanbi
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Akanbi Halimat Opeyemi, a Medical Laboratory Scientist was born on the 23rd of May and hails from Ilorin, Kwara State. She is a graduate of Kwara State University, Malete, where she earned a degree in Medical Laboratory Science. She is passionate about serving humanity making her join organizations like Global Shapers Community, Rotaract clubs amongst others who render humanitarian services to different class of people. She has a keen interest in research, enjoys meeting new people, and finds fulfillment in traveling.
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Salamatu Abdulrahman
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Research Analyst, working to strengthen health systems and public policy.
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Oluwayemisi Fagboro
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Oluwayemisi is a multidisciplinary professional whose work spans science, education, governance, and public health advocacy. She leverages her research expertise and community engagement to promote accountability, youth empowerment, and women's health in Nigeria.
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Kazeem Ibrahim
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Kazeem Ibrahim is a content writer and social media manager with interests in small business marketing, blockchain, DeFi, and cryptocurrency. He also teaches digital skills with specialty on using generative AI tools.
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Abdulmuizz Ghazali
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Ghazali Abdulmuizz is a Project Manager with 7 years of experience in the Non-profit Sector. Over the years, he has handled multimillion naira projects supported by organizations like Global Affairs Canada, Global Fund and Kings Trust International across various SDGs. He is an author, with various published assets. He is married, loves to travel and read at his leisure.
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Salamatu Biodun Ahmed
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I am a seasoned lawyer, who specializes in Criminal, Civil and Property Law. I am very passionate about humanity and most importantly the girl child. I love to volunteer and in my spare time I love to spend time with my family and friends. I birthed the most beautiful baby anyone have ever seen and I am happily married.
Mariam Damilola Abdulka
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Mariam Damilola Abdulkareem is a young social Entrepreneur, development expert, procurement consultant and digital media strategist. Climate Reality Leader and an award winning developmental Journalist, passionate about sustainable food system and economic prosperity. A serial volunteer who has created over 35 voluntary videos to advance SDGs. World Bank Group Youth summit delegate 2023, A member of ICOYACA (Youth Advisory Council on AfCFTA) Africa Continental Free Trade Area, Member of UNDP Food & Agricultural Commodity Systems Community.
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Olivia Maduka
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I’m Olivia Maduka, a young Nigerian passionate about growth, people, and creating impact that actually lasts. Over the years, I’ve found myself drawn to work that challenges systems, sparks real conversations, and builds communities from the ground up. Whether it’s through real estate, public speaking, or volunteering, I’m big on showing up with intention and making things happen. Being a part of the Global Shapers Community gives me the chance to do just that, contribute meaningfully and shape a future we’re all proud of.
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Bamidele Emmanuel Obaseesin
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Bamidele is a media entrepreneur, and an indigenous Broadcast Journalist, the lead facilitor of My Media Crush Global Service, he's an alumnus of Yali West Africa and a climate Champion.
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Peace Akinwale
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Peace Akinwale provides content strategy and writes for software companies.
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Hikmah Temitope Abubakir
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I’m Abubakir Hikmah Temitope , I have a degree in public health and I’m currently pursuing a masters in public health .
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Kolpao Imam Abdulbasit
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Kolapo Imam is a Product expert at the intersection of FinTech, EdTech, AI and SaaS. Currently, Founder and Lead Facilitator at Prodcademy.
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Hummulikhairi Aderonke Lawal
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A Public Relations and Advertising specialist with a passion for storytelling, content strategy, and digital media. Currently works as a Customer Engagement Officer at TrustBanc Financial Group and previously served as Communication Lead for the Global Shapers Ilorin Community.
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Azeez Tobi Abubakar
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Azeez Abubakar is a force to be reckoned with in the sustainability space. As Founder and Executive Director of Sustainable Solutions for Green Growth and Co-founder of Nexavue, he is a leader in the field, possessing a wealth of knowledge and experience that he uses to drive progress and positive change. Azeez is a LEED Green Associate and a vocal spokesperson for the sustainability agenda as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. He is also one of the Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Winners of the 2022 World Bank Group Youth Summit Case Challenge. Azeez is driven to make a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable people and communities, particularly those facing the effects of the climate crisis, mental health, and extreme poverty. His work has impacted countless individuals, communities, and organizations, and he remains a driving force in the global fight for sustainability and a greener, more equitable world.
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Sheu Adam
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Sheu Adam is passionate about community development through collective efforts and social network. He is a serial Volunteer, an alumnus of the University of Ilorin, and an advocate of Sustainable Development Goals with interest in SDG4 (Quality Education) and Good Governance. By profession, he is an Educationist and a Graphic Designer. He is a member of Millennials Active Citizenship Advocate Africa (MACAA).
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Meet Shapers

Kehinde Akinsola
Curator

Kehinde is a Broadcast Engineer, Community Champion, and SDGs Advocate who has successfully led grassroots SDGs campaigns in Kwara State.

Opeyemi Adetola
Vice-Curator

Opeyemi is an Educational Development and Social Impact Practitioner with an unwavering interest in redefining education in Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. She has ample experience working with for-profit and non-profit organisations. Currently, she's a Master's Candidate and the Principal Consultant at Edullona, a consulting business providing a range of educational support services. When she’s not busy being serious with life, she’s in a new restaurant in town eating good food.

Salmah AbdulRahman
Impact Officer

Salmah stands for Justice, Equality, and Development. She is working to develop solutions on the nexus between Climate Change, Human Rights, Gender Equality, and Inclusive Socioeconomic Growth.

Qudus Oyindamola Yusuf
Founding Curator

Abdul-Qudus is a dynamic and innovative human resource professional with three years of progressive experience that span across the non-profit sector, management consulting, and community, youth development.

Segun Okeowo
Partnership Director

Experienced Digital Marketer, Youth Educator, Program Manager, and Peace Advocate with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. Skilled in Digital/Product Design, content creation, and project/program management.

Azeez Abubakar
Project Lead, Climate Action

Azeez is a '21 Global Citizen Fellow. He's championing initiatives to support marginalised communities in building climate resilience. Also, he was a delegate at the World Bank Group Youth Summit, COP26, UK and PreCOP26, Italy. He loves creating art, listening to pop music and traveling the world.

Aderonke Ogunleti
Recruitment Lead

Aderonke is a project manager with certifications in human resource management and customer relations. She is the founder of Youth Art Initiative, a social enterprise devoted to empowering youth through community development programs –with impact in 2 Nigerian states including Oyo and Plateau.  

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Ibrahim Kazeem
Hub Treasurer

Ibrahim Kazeem is an experienced freelance writer and social media manager. He has helped business owners, organisations and individuals increase their engagement, get more visibility, educate them, and also drive sales growth. He enjoys writing, traveling, and adventure.

Sheu Adam
Creative Designer

Sheu Adam is passionate about community development through collective efforts and social network. He is a serial Volunteer, an alumnus of the University of Ilorin, and an advocate of Sustainable Development Goals with interest in SDG4 (Quality Education) and Good Governance. By profession, he is an  Educationist and a Graphic Designer. He is a member of Millennials Active Citizenship Advocate Africa (MACAA).

Shittu Yunus
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Shittu is an energetic, hardworking fun-loving, and ambitious individual with a deep sense of responsibility towards youth development, gender equality, and community development at large. A professional business development strategist with a flair for corporate and developmental communication. In his free time, he enjoys reading, reflecting in scenic spaces, and engaging in unbias spiritual discourse and music.

Balqees Hamzat
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Balqees Hamzat is a public speaker, amazon published author, writer, serial volunteer, and a good governance advocate. She is a communication-savvy fellow and a member of various business and non-profit organizations.

Shakir Akorede
Member

Shakir Akorede is a prolific writer, digital communications consultant, and advocacy buff with years of impact in government and development sectors.

Hummulikhair Lawal
Media Lead

A strategic communicator who's passionate about humanity, shaping the world for peace and progress that will drive positive change. She runs a lifestyle blog where she put her thoughts together in a fun and unique. She's versatile and easy to get along with.

Kolapo Imam
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Kolapo is a Writer, MBA Grad and currently Product Marketing Manager at Nexford University. Before joining Nexford, Kolapo worked as a Product Marketing Manager for Versus Africa and Marketing Manager for Nigeria's leading real estate platform. He mentors and shares jokes with entry-level product people via Afrisplash & People in Product during his free time. 

Ridwan Adelaja
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Ridwan (Gold Winner, 2017 Ken Egbas Poetry Prize; 3rd Place Winner, 2018 Korea-Nigeria Poetry Prize) is a Google-trained digital journalist, poet, and publisher of Quillcastle Nigeria and Techparley.com who believes in using media to amplify the stories and challenges of local communities. Outside journalism and poetry, Ridwan anchors events or counsels youth on career development as an SDG 4 and 8 advocate.

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Adedeji Adeyemo
Member

Highly motivated and strategic business professional with experience managing projects and leading teams in numerous sectors. Possesses excellent policy research & analysis, relationship building, and management skills. Passionate about making an impact.