Visionary Leadership

Pioneering leaders driving cultural innovation, strategic excellence, and global Yorùbá advancement

Strategic Directors

visionary

Director - TYFPAC

Dr. Ade Adeniji

MD.MPH, FAAFP, ABFM

HealthcareAdvocacyLeadershipAwoism

Dr. Adeniji, an Assistant Professor of Medicine based in the United States, is a fervent advocate for the Yorùbá people. Her distinguished career in healthcare has instilled in her a profound commitment to preserving both life and heritage.

Recognizing the mobilization of ethnic nations worldwide to safeguard their interests, she is spearheading a movement to ensure that the Yorùbá voice is not overshadowed by those who do not share their shared history and experiences.

She extends an invitation to join forces in constructing an enduring and formidable political institution for the Yorùbá people globally—one that is firmly grounded in the principles of Awoism.

strategic

Co-Director - TYFPAC

Oladimeji Bolarinwa

Msc, MBA

VisionaryCultural PreservationStrategyInnovation

As the President of Think Yorùbá First, Oladimeji Bolarinwa leads a global movement to ensure the Yorùbá language and culture not only endure but thrive for generations to come.

His unique background as a Biomedical Scientist, with extensive experience across European and Nigerian contexts, informs his strategic, data-informed approach to cultural preservation. He believes that a strong cultural identity is the cornerstone of individual and collective progress.

Under his guidance, TYF focuses on innovative, forward-thinking projects that make Yorùbá culture accessible and relevant in the 21st century, from digital archives and language apps to youth empowerment programs. His leadership is defined by a commitment to uniting tradition with innovation.

Administrative Secretaries

innovative

Secretary - TYFPAC

Saheed Dauda

Systems Strategist

TechnologyStrategySystems ThinkingCulture and Tourism

An integral part of TYFPAC internal coordination and policy clarity, contributing to the strengthening of the Committee's ideological framework.

A graduate of Tourism Management from Eastern Mediterranean University - Famagusta, Cyprus. Saheed is a strategist and systems thinker who supports these civic endeavors with a multidisciplinary background in technology and organizational management and employs contemporary digital tools to establish scalable and efficient structures.

Grounded in Omolúwàbí ethics, he is committed to constructing institutions(both professional, cultural and political) that are values-aligned and prepared for the future.

administrative

Co-Secretary - TYFPAC

Pharm Bello Aminat Adeyinka

Msc, Public Health

PharmacyPublic HealthCommunity ServiceHealthcare

Bello Aminat is a dedicated pharmacist with extensive experience in hospital, community pharmacy, and care settings. She holds a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Science from Robert Gordon University in Scotland and a Bachelor's degree in pharmacy from the Philippines.

Aminat is passionate about patient care, medication safety, and educating individuals about their treatments. She is also fervently committed to the Yoruba cause, supporting initiatives that foster Yoruba culture, unity, and community development both domestically and in the diaspora.

State Secretaries

Lagos State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Community OrganizingGrassroots Mobilization

Position pending appointment. Lagos State is a strategic hub for Yorùbá political and cultural activities.

Oyo State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Cultural HeritageCommunity Development

Position pending appointment. Oyo State, home to the ancient city of Ibadan, is central to Yorùbá heritage.

Ogun State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Strategic PlanningRegional Coordination

Position pending appointment. Ogun State represents the gateway to Yorùbáland.

Osun State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Cultural PreservationTraditional Affairs

Position pending appointment. Osun State is the spiritual heartland of Yorùbá tradition.

Ondo State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Resource ManagementCommunity Engagement

Position pending appointment. Ondo State is rich in natural resources and cultural heritage.

Ekiti State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

EducationYouth Development

Position pending appointment. Ekiti State is known for its educational excellence and warrior heritage.

Kwara State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Inter-Regional RelationsCultural Bridge-Building

Position pending appointment. Kwara State bridges Northern and Yorùbá cultures.

Kogi State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Community IntegrationPolitical Advocacy

Position pending appointment. Kogi State represents the confluence of diverse Yorùbá communities.

Diasporic Secretaries

United Kingdom

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Diaspora EngagementInternational Relations

Position pending appointment. The UK hosts one of the largest Yorùbá diaspora communities in Europe.

United States

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Political AdvocacyCommunity Organizing

Position pending appointment. The United States is home to a vibrant and influential Yorùbá-American community.

Canada

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Community DevelopmentCultural Integration

Position pending appointment. Canada's Nigerian community continues to grow and thrive.

Europe

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Continental CoordinationCross-Cultural Relations

Position pending appointment. Europe hosts thriving Yorùbá communities across multiple countries.

Leadership Excellence Framework

Omolúwàbí Ethics

Foundational values of integrity and community

Strategic Innovation

Blending tradition with modern solutions

Global Impact

Worldwide cultural advancement

Operational Excellence

Efficient, scalable systems

"We don't just lead organizations—we cultivate legacies that transcend generations."

Visionary Leadership

Pioneering leaders driving cultural innovation, strategic excellence, and global Yorùbá advancement

Strategic Directors

visionary

Director - TYFPAC

Dr. Ade Adeniji

MD.MPH, FAAFP, ABFM

HealthcareAdvocacyLeadershipAwoism

She extends an invitation to join forces in constructing an enduring and formidable political institution for the Yorùbá people globally—one that is firmly grounded in the principles of Awoism.

strategic

Co-Director - TYFPAC

Oladimeji Bolarinwa

Msc, MBA

VisionaryCultural PreservationStrategyInnovation

As the President of Think Yorùbá First, Oladimeji Bolarinwa leads a global movement to ensure the Yorùbá language and culture not only endure but thrive for generations to come.

Administrative Secretaries

innovative

Secretary - TYFPAC

Saheed Dauda

Systems Strategist

TechnologyStrategySystems ThinkingCulture and Tourism

An integral part of TYFPAC internal coordination and policy clarity, contributing to the strengthening of the Committee's ideological framework.

Grounded in Omolúwàbí ethics, he is committed to constructing institutions(both professional, cultural and political) that are values-aligned and prepared for the future.

administrative

Co-Secretary - TYFPAC

Pharm Bello Aminat Adeyinka

Msc, Public Health

PharmacyPublic HealthCommunity ServiceHealthcare

State Secretaries

Lagos State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Community OrganizingGrassroots Mobilization

Position pending appointment. Lagos State is a strategic hub for Yorùbá political and cultural activities.

Oyo State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Cultural HeritageCommunity Development

Position pending appointment. Oyo State, home to the ancient city of Ibadan, is central to Yorùbá heritage.

Ogun State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Strategic PlanningRegional Coordination

Position pending appointment. Ogun State represents the gateway to Yorùbáland.

Osun State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Cultural PreservationTraditional Affairs

Position pending appointment. Osun State is the spiritual heartland of Yorùbá tradition.

Ondo State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Resource ManagementCommunity Engagement

Position pending appointment. Ondo State is rich in natural resources and cultural heritage.

Ekiti State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

EducationYouth Development

Position pending appointment. Ekiti State is known for its educational excellence and warrior heritage.

Kwara State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Inter-Regional RelationsCultural Bridge-Building

Position pending appointment. Kwara State bridges Northern and Yorùbá cultures.

Kogi State

TBA

State SecretaryRegional Administration

Community IntegrationPolitical Advocacy

Position pending appointment. Kogi State represents the confluence of diverse Yorùbá communities.

Diasporic Secretaries

United Kingdom

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Diaspora EngagementInternational Relations

Position pending appointment. The UK hosts one of the largest Yorùbá diaspora communities in Europe.

United States

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Political AdvocacyCommunity Organizing

Position pending appointment. The United States is home to a vibrant and influential Yorùbá-American community.

Canada

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Community DevelopmentCultural Integration

Position pending appointment. Canada's Nigerian community continues to grow and thrive.

Europe

TBA

Diaspora SecretaryInternational Administration

Continental CoordinationCross-Cultural Relations

Position pending appointment. Europe hosts thriving Yorùbá communities across multiple countries.

Leadership Excellence Framework

Omolúwàbí Ethics

Foundational values of integrity and community

Strategic Innovation

Blending tradition with modern solutions

Global Impact

Worldwide cultural advancement

Operational Excellence

Efficient, scalable systems

"We don't just lead organizations—we cultivate legacies that transcend generations."

Strategic Directors

Dr. Ade Adeniji

Oladimeji Bolarinwa

Administrative Secretaries

Saheed Dauda

Pharm Bello Aminat Adeyinka

State Secretaries

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

Diasporic Secretaries

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

Leadership Excellence Framework

Omolúwàbí Ethics

Strategic Innovation

Global Impact

Operational Excellence

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Strategic Directors

Dr. Ade Adeniji

Oladimeji Bolarinwa

Administrative Secretaries

Saheed Dauda

Pharm Bello Aminat Adeyinka

State Secretaries

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

Diasporic Secretaries

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

Leadership Excellence Framework

Omolúwàbí Ethics

Strategic Innovation

Global Impact

Operational Excellence