Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju
Born
Bisayo Modupe Busari

(1983-01-20) 20 January 1983
NationalityNigerian
EducationObafemi Awolowo University
King's College London
University of Cambridge
OccupationLawyer
Notable work'I am a Nigerian' conference

Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju is a Nigerian lawyer, politician and humanitarian.[1][2]

Early life and education

Bisayo was born in Akungba Akoko, Ondo State. She had her primary education at Fanibi Community primary school Akure and attended Fiwasaye Girls Grammar School, Akure.[3] She obtained a Bachelor of Laws LLB (Hons) with from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. She later completed her Barrister at Law (B.L) at The Nigerian Law School, Enugu, Nigeria. In addition to her legal qualifications, she holds a Master of Law in International Commercial & Corporation Law from King's College London (LLM-2023) and a Master of Business Administration at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School.

Professional career

Bisayo has held various key positions in notable organizations. She currently serves as the Company Secretary and Legal Advisor on the Board of All Grace Energy Ltd, the Operator of Ubima Marginal Field in OML 17.[4]

Advocacy and humanitarian work

Bisayo is the founder of Project One,[5] an initiative focused on providing political education, citizen appreciation, and mentorship for Nigerian youths and convener of the annual “I am a Nigerian” Conference.[6][7] She organizes conferences, seminars, and other events to promote leadership, peacekeeping, and nation-building activities.[8] She is also the founder of BBLEGAL, a platform that offers legal advisory, consultancy, and policy formulation services.[9]

Awards and recognitions

Bisayo has been recognised as one of the most influential Nigerian youths. She was ranked among the "100 Most Influential Young Nigerians" in both 2018 and 2019.[10] Furthermore, she received a nomination in the "101 Most Impactful Nigerian Women" between 2015 and 2023.[11] She was also a finalist for the ‘Active Citizens Award’ by Budgit.[12]

Book publications

  • Project One Nigerian: Unlock Your Potential through Your Identity[13][14]
  • The Wealthy Club

References

  1. ↑ "Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju: 'A woman can only lead well when she has built self-confidence'". 29 April 2023.
  2. ↑ https://www.pressreader.com/nigeria/the-guardian-nigeria/20220219/281844352070554 – via PressReader. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  3. ↑ "The journey of Bisayo, Nigeria's Queen of Country". 29 August 2023.
  4. ↑ "All Grace Energy Limited, Adexen.com". Adexen.
  5. ↑ "Foundation urges young Nigerians to shun illegal migration - Daily Trust". 24 May 2019.
  6. ↑ "Osinbajo To Launch I AM A NIGERIAN Campaign – Alltimepost.com".
  7. ↑ "Group urges youths to unite against violence, illegal migration". 25 May 2019.
  8. ↑ "4abetternigeria – National Orientation Agency".
  9. ↑ "Monitor implementation of 2018 Budget, CSOs charge Nigerians". 22 June 2018.
  10. ↑ "Most Influential Young Nigerians".
  11. ↑ "Good leadership does not reside in any gender or tribe".
  12. ↑ "BudgIT unveils finalists for 'Active Citizens Award'". 31 August 2022.
  13. ↑ Busari-Akinnadeju, Bisayo (2021). Project One Nigerian: Unlock Your Potential Through Your Identity. Project One Production. ISBN 9789789935703.
  14. ↑ Project One Nigerian: Unlock your potential through your identity. Independently published. 19 January 2021. ISBN 9798596836493.
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