Olushina O. Oladeji, Nigeria
Olushina O. Oladeji is a final-year medical student at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Oyo State, Nigeria, and a certified mentee of Chief Olusegun Obasanjo (GCFR). With a keen interest in SDG 3, he is passionate about implementing practical solutions to community issues. His goals and vision align with policymaking, research, analysis, and public health.
Olushina has six years of hands-on leadership experience through training, professional fellowships, and a substantial amount of work experience. This includes significant experience in disease prevention in Nigerian communities, particularly HIV. In 2019, 2021, and 2022, he coordinated medical outreaches for over three thousand people annually in selected communities in Oyo State, which involved HIV testing, advocacy, and research.
Serving as the Vice Regional Coordinator for the Federation of African Medical Students’ Associations, West Africa, and the Editor-In-Chief of the National Association of University Students (NAUS) are testaments to his leadership skills. He has benefited from prestigious opportunities such as The Bridge Program (2019), LEAP Africa (2022), the Harvard University Aspire Leaders Program (2023), and the Theirworld Global Youth Ambassador program (2024).
