Our Management Team

Abdulbasith Sijuade Akinyemi-EshilokunExecutive Director

Abdulbasith is a Microbiologist, Public Health Administrator, Community Development Strategist and Public Servant. He has over 10 years experience coordinating Community Health programs across several Communities in Nigeria.

Ridwan AdemolaDirector of Welfare and Volunteer Management

Ridwan Ademola is a tech-savvy communicator, public speaker and youth advocate. He currently works as an IT officer in a top tier leading law firm. He is skilled in building relationships with employees across all levels of organization and possesses the ability to work effectively under pressure independently or in a team.

Ridwan possesses exceptional communication skills and the ability to drive results through excellent interactions with internal and external customers to manage customer satisfaction. Ridwan Ademola is the Director, Welfare and Volunteer Management at Health Volunteers NIgeria Initiative.

Ismail Rotimi LawalDirector of Programs

Ismail Rotimi Lawal is a graduate of pharmaceutics. He is also a keen writer, well known for using his writing to advocate for good governance, justice, and equity for all.

Kafilat Olanrewaju-AkintomiwaSecretary

Kafilat Olanrewaju-Akintomiwa is a Non-Profit leader and volunteer with several years of experience working with less-privileged teens, helping to develop processes to enhance their learning and overall growth.

She has served in various impactful roles helping to build systems and develop processes. Notable of these are her exploits as a school headteacher, tutor, establishment of a free public library and ICT center and serving as Secretary of various PTAs. Kafilat Olanrewaju-Akintomiwa is the Secretary, Health Volunteers Nigeria Initiative

Aishat AbdulmojeedAssistant Director, Programs

Aishat, a young medical Doctor in Nigeria, is emerging as a distinguished professional recognized for her competence and dedication. With a passion for making positive impacts in global health, she leverages her knowledge, skills, and experience to achieve results in diverse working environments.

Commencing her medical career in 2015 at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Aishat excelled not only in academics but also in extracurricular activities such as politics and administration. Her capacity to serve efficiently and reliably was evident throughout her medical school journey.

Aishat’s exceptional qualities have opened doors to various positions and opportunities within organizations like NiMSA, FAMSA, IFMSA, MWAN, Auwal Shanono Foundation, Rotaract Club, and more. She possesses a wide-ranging skill set, having received training from renowned institutions in Policy and Advocacy, Project Management, Capacity building, and soft skills, complemented by excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Known as a team player and dedicated professional, Aishat’s leadership style is transformational, inclusive, and effective. She has been recognized as a Fellow of the Youth Leadership Program ’22, Millennium Class Network ’22, GE’DA Digital Fellowship ’22, YALI RLC, among others.

Aishat’s keen interest lies in global health policy and finance, maternal & child health, and SRHR. Actively volunteering for projects aligned with her interests, she aspires to build a career in Health Policy and Finance.

Aishat is the Assistant Director, Programs for Health Volunteers Nigeria Initiative

Amb. Nwamaka P. OkogbuoAssistant Executive Director

Amb Nwamaka is a lifelong volunteer with many years in community development and empowerment. A global Ambassador and has chaired multiple foreign organizations overseas.

Omilani DeboPUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Debo Omilani has been seasoned journalist of over seven years. He is a committed and dedicated journalist with a passion for reporting newsworthy events without bias. He is a PR practitioner and writer.