AnuOluwapo Adelakun is an award-winning investigative journalist, documentary filmmaker, and policy researcher amplifying marginalized voices in Nigeria. A Chevening Scholar with a master’s from Sussex, she has led investigations influencing policy and securing justice. A Pulitzer Center grantee, she directs Project Nigeria and mentors young journalists. Recognized with the 2023 Kevin Carmody Award and a 2024 AMVCA nomination, she drives systemic change through fearless storytelling.
Deborah (Yetunde) Fadeyi is an energy and sustainability specialist with a decade of experience across Africa, the UAE, the USA, and the UK. As Sustainability Manager at the Aerospace Technology Institute, she drives aviation decarbonisation. Founder of REES Africa and CEO of Vectar Energy, her innovations tackle energy poverty, including the EarthShot-nominated ecoWise device. A Chevening Scholar and UK Top 50 Women in Engineering finalist, she champions equitable energy transitions.
Dr. Adekemi Adeniyan is an award-winning rural dentist, health equity advocate, and social entrepreneur. As Founder of the Dentalcare Foundation and CEO of Smile Superheroes, she innovates health education with projects like Nigeria’s first oral health storybook and a VR initiative reaching 50,000 teens. Recognized with the 2024 West African Leadership Award, Adekemi holds degrees from Ternopil National Medical University and Lancaster University.
Prof. Ademola Adenle is a global expert in sustainability, food security, and agricultural innovation. As Senior Special Adviser to Nigeria’s Agriculture Minister, he has led policies benefiting millions of farmers and youth. He pioneered Africa’s largest GM agriculture project and key climate studies. A Next Einstein Fellow, he holds degrees from Sussex, Nottingham, and Oxford. His groundbreaking research and policy work continue to shape sustainable development across Africa.
Dr. Igazeuma Adikema Okoroba is a corporate sustainability leader with 22+ years of experience across multiple sectors. As Group Head of Sustainability at Dangote Cement, she drives ESG and climate action across 10 African countries. A Global Sustainability Standards Board member, she holds degrees from Exeter and Port Harcourt. A 2024 MB100 leader, she champions decolonizing sustainability education and mentoring Africa’s next generation of sustainability professionals.
Ehi Braimah is a writer, public policy analyst, and media entrepreneur passionate about strategic communication and nation-building. As CEO of Neo Media & Marketing, he leads PR campaigns for multinational clients. He founded Naija Times to drive national reforms and also publishes Lagos Post. A Fellow of NIMN and Deputy President of the Nigerian American Chamber of Commerce, he champions youth development and ethical journalism while mentoring future leaders.
Laura Etemah is a composer, author, and ethnomusicologist transforming African cultural narratives globally. With expertise in music production and platformisation, she mentors emerging artists and amplifies African voices. Holding an MA in Music Production from Leeds Beckett University, her ERC-funded research explores how digital platforms shape African music. As Coach Ellie on TikTok, she democratizes music education, blending tradition with innovation to foster cultural sustainability.
Ladi Folorunsho is a finance and data science professional with extensive expertise in financial management, data analytics, audit, and tax consulting. He is a Fellow of the Institute of
Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA) and holds an MBA in Finance. While studying for his B.Sc., Ladi was appointed Project Accountant at the Health Reform Foundation of Nigeria, managing multilateral donor funds for three years. He later founded Raywhite Folorunsho & Co, a network frm in SGA World UK,
Ojonoka Agudah is an intellectual property and commercial lawyer specializing in sports marketing. As Senior Legal Counsel at the IPC, she advises on media rights, sponsorship, licensing, and player transfers. Previously, she handled high-value global transactions. Named among Nigeria’s top women in sports business, she holds an LLM from Swansea University. Passionate about women’s sports, she mentors young African women pursuing careers in sports and law.
Olamide Jolaoso is a data & analytics thought leader based in Lagos, Nigeria, renowned for his innovative contributions to the global data landscape. He was named one of the Top 100 Innovators in Data and Analytics by Corinium Global Intelligence.
As the founder of The DataMind-Mindset, he has empowered over 3,000 individuals, helping them chart successful careers in data science. Olamide is passionate about nurturing the next generation of data professionals.