CHIEF OYERO, MUSTAFA ADEBAYO (MNIP, JP)
CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTOR
The Chairman, Board of Directors of Child Development and Concern Foundation (CDCF), Chief M.A. Oyero, had his first University education at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria’s Premier University where he bagged B.Sc (Hons) Economics in 1970. He started his civil service career as an Administrative Officer in 1970 with the defunct Western State of Nigeria. In 1975, he obtained Post Graduate Diploma in Public Administration with distinction from University of Ife, now Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria. Through Private Studies he programmed for the Foundation Course in Cost and Management Accounting (1976-79). At the University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands, he got a Post Graduate Diploma, also with distinction in Regional Industrial Development. He obtained his Master Degree in Public Administration in 1986 from the University of Ife and later got a Certificate in Total Quality Management in 1998 at the Royal Institute of Public Administration.
As an astute administrator, he was assigned many sensitive and important appointments at Local, State and Federal Government levels. He was the first Executive Secretary of Obokun Local Government, Ijebu-Jesha, now in Osun State (1976 – 1977); Director of Investments, 1978-82; Member, Board of Directors, Leyland Nig Ltd (1978 – 1982); Director of Commercial Services, Oyo State Ministry of Industries (1982-83); Director of Finance and Establishments, Oyo State Ministry of Works and Transport (1983-84); Member, Board of Directors, Vegetable Oils Nig. Ltd (1984 – 1986); Member, Board of Directors, Nigeria Kraft Bags Ltd, Oregun Ikeja, Lagos (1984 – 1986); Oyo State Secretary, Federal Public Complaint Commission, (1986-89); Director General (Permanent Secretary)/Chairman, Ibadan Municipal Government-IMG, then the largest in Nigeria, now broken into 5 Urban Local Government, and Director of Administration, Petroleum (Special) Trust Fund, Abuja – (1995-99), Member, Governing Council.
HONOUR, Aare Mayegun of Ibadanland, Conferred by the Olubadan of Ibadanland & His Council (Dec. 1990); Member, Governing Council, University of Ibadan (2000 – 2004); Member, Court of Governors, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan (2016 – 2020); Chairman, Board of Trustees, West Midland Open University, Ibadan (2017 – To Date); Chairman, Governing Board, Federal College of Agriculture, Akure (2018 – 2022); Member, Board of Trustees, Muslim Association of Nigeria – Till Date; Member, Board of Trustees, Ona – Ara Development Forum – A Socio-cultural Development Association.
Due to his sterling leadership qualities, he is a well-respected person within the community and various organisations he belongs. He was the President General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) 2011 – 2015, a social-cultural umbrella body of all Ibadan Indigenous Associations that spread across the globe.
A widely travelled person, Chief Oyero had been to U.K, USA, Canada, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, India, Bulgaria, Romania and Saudi Arabia.
He is happily married with children.
ALHAJI YUSSUF, ISKIL GBOLAGADE – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Alhaji Yussuf, Iskil Gbolagade was born on 19th August, 1953 to the family of Alhaji and Alhaja S L Yussuf (aka SLY) of Are Onibon, Oke Are, Ibadan, Oyo State. He had his elementary school education at Islamic Mission School, Odoye, Ibadan from 1960 to 1965 and his secondary school education at Islamic High School, Orita Basorun, Ibadan from 1967 to 1971 where he obtained his West African School Certificate.
He started his professional career as a social worker with Nigeria Prison Service (NPS), now Nigeria Correctional Service in 1972. To get qualified as a professional social worker, he proceeded to the University of Ghana, Legon in 1978 to 1980 to obtain Diploma in Social Administration. Alh. Yussuf Iskil Gbolagade returned to his job with the Nigeria Prisons to continue with the career of his choice as a more skillful person.
As a well experienced Prison Social Worker and one of the pioneer staff of the Welfare Section of the Service, he was enlisted to proceed on a year Senior Management Course tagged Prison Staff Course, at the Prison Staff College, Kaduna in 1987-1988 and was awarded Certificate in Correctional Administration. The program was affiliated to and coordinated by the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), Badagry.
In 2003 / 2004, Alh. Yussuf Iskil went on to Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON), Topo, Badagry for a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Administration. He passed out with Upper Credit.
His interest in being highly skillful in his chosen profession led him to Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho for further training in Social Work in 2009 where he obtained, Master of Science in Social Work.
While in the service of NPS, he attended several courses, conferences and workshops. Apart from regular courses for officers of the NPS, he also:
Participated in the Workshop for Child Care Experts to formulate and develop National Child Policy in 2006.
Represented the Controller General of Prisons in Nairobi, Kenya to deliver keynote paper at an International Conference organized by Kenyan Probation Service on Aftercare Service of Offenders.
Alh. Yussuf, Iskil has vast experience in correctional administration with various courses attended and several appointments held across Nigeria. His last appointment with the Service was Head of Prison Welfare Section for the Federation at the Headquarters in Abuja. He retired as a Controller of Prisons in 2007.
His progressive appointment in the service was a manifestation of his excellent performance in the various assignments in the course of his career. He performed creditably well to contribute towards the attainment of the ultimate objective of the NPS to reform and rehabilitate the offenders through effective delivery of Aftercare Service Programme for the prisoners.
LIFE ON RETIREMENT
As a passionate Professional Social Worker, Alh. Yussuf, on retirement could not disengage himself from active social work practice (the helping profession) and love of service to humanity, he decided to establish a Non Governmental Organization (NGO), Child Development and Concern Foundation (CDCF) with the cardinal objective of “Promotion of Access and Equity to Quality Education Service”. The organization focuses on Child Protection and Child Development as strategic programmes to attain the set objective. He is the Executive Director of the Organisation.
Activities of CDCF;
Adopted 7 government primary schools and 6 secondary schools in Ibadan and obtained government written approval to work with the schools.
Always offer Civic and Moral Education (CME) to the school children as part of their co-curricular activities.
Always organize capacity building programmes for the teachers of the adopted schools in order to enhance their skills and improve on their service delivery to the children.
Always meet with the parents of the schools’ children at the Parents Teachers Association (PTA) forum to educate them on their duties and responsibilities to their children and the school at large.
CDCF gives scholarships under the activities of Adopt a School Child Program (ASCP) to indigent school children with the support of philanthropic individuals. The education support program entails the provision of textbooks, exercise books, school uniforms and other essential learning materials. The program also offer psychosocial services to the beneficiaries in the form of monitoring, mentoring and counseling. Well over 100 children have benefitted from the program. Beneficiaries of this program are selected from public primary and secondary schools. Many of them are now in higher institutions with some of them still enjoying the financial support from the organization. Presently there are 40 beneficiaries on CDCF’s scholarship in both public primary and secondary schools under the platform of Adopt a School Child Programme (ASCP).
CDCF regularly organise excursion programmes during the holidays for the beneficiaries of its scholarship.
CDCF distributed educational materials (exercise books, biros, pencils and rulers) to about 250 children affected by flood disaster of August, 2011 in Ibadan. The intervention came in view of the gross and visible neglect of children as victims of the disaster. All donations made by people were directed at the needs of adult victims as if children were not living in the houses affected by the flood.
CDCF reconstructed the collapsed fence of Islamic Mission Schools, Odoye, Ibadan, one of its adopted public schools.
Organised a 3 week–long popularization programme on child’s right law in partnership with Civil Society Legislative and Advocacy Center (CISLAC).
Also organized town hall meeting on Curbing Child Abuse in Oyo State in partnership with CISLAC.
Organised leadership training programme for senior secondary school students of Ibadan North West Local Government Area and prefects of all its adopted secondary schools.
CDCF had organized inter-schools quiz competition amongst its adopted schools during which prizes and awards were given to school children and teachers at the ceremony.
CDCF is a designated centre for Department of Social Work, University of Ibadan for Internship of the Post Graduate Students
In the course of his NGO work, Alh. Yussuf has attended conferences and workshops both locally and internationally among which are:
Several workshops organized by UNICEF on Child Rights, Monitoring and Documentation; and Child Protection Mentorship. He is accredited by UNICEF as a Child Protection Mentor for Oyo State.
International Conference on Child Justice in Africa held in Kampala, Uganda in November, 2011
International Conference on Education of Minors Deprived of Liberty held in Kampala, Uganda in November, 2011.
Second International conference in Africa on Sexual Abuse held in Accra, Ghana in March, 2012.
State of Union (SOTU) Coalition Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in Kigali, Rwanda in November, 2015, on African Civil Society Organizations that have come together to track the performance of African Governments against 14 key African Union (AU) instruments and policies including African Union Convention on Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC).
4th African Regional Conference organized by Child and Youth Finance International in Accra, Ghana, 2015 on financial literacy and inclusion for youth and children.
Alh. Yussuf, Iskil Gbolagade has to his credit the following academic publications:
Social Background of Juvenile Delinquents: A case study of Approved School, Iwo, 1980.
After –care Service for Young offenders: Long vacation field work report of Ghana Borstal Institution; Girls Industrial Homes; Remand and Probation Homes, 1980.
Self Reliant Training of Prisoners in Open Prison: A case study of Kakuri Prison camp, Kaduna, 1988.
Reformatory Objective of Nigeria Prison Service: A case study of prisons in Lagos State, 2004.
Enhancing the Corporate Image of the Nigeria Prisons Service, 2004
An Analysis on the Impact of Basic Education on Juvenile Delinquency in Oyo state, 2010.
Improving Prison Operations: Paper Presented at the 6th International Conference on Human Rights and Prison Reform Organized by Citizens United for Rehabilitation of Errants (CURE) held in Bangkok, Thailand, on 4th -8th March, 2014.
Sustaining Our Peace and Democracy in a Changing Society: The Role of Young Persons.
Paper Presented at Peace Camp Programme Organized by Center for Social Transformation and Human Development in Port Harcourt, 2016.
Professional Association
Member, American Correctional Association ( ACA)
Member, Institute of Social Work of Nigeria ( ISOW)
Government Appointment
He had once been a member of the Administration of Criminal Justice Monitoring Committee in Oyo State.
He was the first Chairman, School Governing Board of Ikolaba Grammar School 1, Agodi GRA, Ibadan.
Religious Activies
Alh. Yussuf is a member of Muslim Association of Nigeria (MAN).
Member, Muslim Mission Hospital Committee, Ibadan.
Member, Governing Board of Muslim Hospital, Ibadan.
Member, Islamic Missionary Society, Ibadan.
Social Activities
He is a community leader, happily married with children.
Hobbies
Playing table tennis and helping people.
Likes
God fearing people, inspiring and effective leaders.
Dislike
Cheating people
DR. TUNDE FASASI – MEMBER
Dr. Lukman Tunde Fasasi is a Nigerian academic and professional specializing in Medical Sociology. He works as a lecturer at the University of Ibadan, where his research interests focus on health behaviour and food security among the elderly Yoruba population in Oyo State, Nigeria.
In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Fasasi is actively engaged in civic initiatives. As the Chairman of the Political Awareness Group (PAG), where he has been advocating for improved living standards for Nigerians and the need to promote policies that enhance the ease of doing business, particularly to support the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Dr. Fasasi has contributed to scholarly literature, including a study on the health-seeking behaviours of Muslim women in purdah in the Ibadan Metropolis, Nigeria. This research highlights how religious and cultural norms influence healthcare access and decision-making among this demographic. He has also researched and published works on areas such as household food security and the health of the elderly, childhood diarrhoea, dietary behaviour, mental health, gender-based violence, and family planning, among others.
Additionally, Dr Fasasi serves as a school administrator and is a visiting instructor/guest lecturer at the Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Eleyele, Ibadan, as well as in the Community Health Officers Training Programme at the University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan, where he teaches medical sociology and research methodology.
Before his academic career, Dr. Fasasi spent nearly two decades in the banking sector and rose to managerial position where he gained extensive experience in banking operations and marketing.
His multifaceted involvement in academia, civic leadership, and finance underscores his commitment to contributing to Nigeria’s social and economic development.
MRS. FASASI, MULIKAT ARIKE PH.D (ACAI; MNIM) – MEMBER
Mrs. Fasasi, Mulikat Arike was born in March 30, 1949 in Ibadan, Nigeria, and hail from Oyo State. She started her educational journey at I.D.C. Primary School, Agodi E9, Ibadan from 1955 – 1961. She had her secondary school at the I.C.C. Sec Modern School, Aperin, Ibadan from 1964 – 1966, she also attended O.D.T.T.C. Ode-Aye, Ondo State from 1974 – 1977. Following her secondary school, she proceeded to the Polytechnic Ibadan from1979 – 1982. Then The University of Hull, U.K. from 1984 – 1985 and the University of Ibadan, Ibadan from 1990 – 1991, 1994 – 1999.
She earned several qualifications that includes First School Leaving Certificate, Modern School Leaving Certificate, GR II Trs’ Certificate, General Certificate of Education, Nigerian Certificate in Education, B.A. ED (Educational Studies), M.ED (Industrial Education) and Ph.D (Industrial Education)
Her academic and professional achievements have been recognized through several awards, including 2004 1st Prize of the Incomplete Works of Prof. Wole Soyinka at 70 (Awarded by Educare Trust), Professional Certificate in Educational Administration, Outstanding Philanthropist of the year (The Care People Foundation) 1999, The Most Outstanding Education Secretary in Oyo (Oyo SPEB Award) 1998, Member, Nigeria Institute of Management.
She has also attended various seminars including Time management, “An Important Tool for Student’s success in 2005, Challenges of Effective Leadership in Educational Administration in 2002, The role of Place of Women in National Development in 2001, The Role and Responsibility of Muslim women during Ramadan Fasting period in 2000, History of Education in Ibadanland in 2005, Environment Degradation: The Human Factor in 2009 and Effects of Broken Home on Student’s Academic Performance.
Professionally, she has worked as a Pupil Teacher in Christ Church Mapo Primary from 1977 – 1979. She also worked as a Tutor at Olubadan High School, Ibadan from 1983 – 1994. Also, she was as a WAEC Examiner (Secretariat Duties) from 1987 – 1995. She worked as Education Secretary at Ibadan North – East Local Government Education Authority from 1994 – 1999. She served as the Vice Principal at Elekuro High School, Ibadan from 1999 – 2002. She also worked as a Part-time Lecturer in Delta State University, Ibadan Study Center from 2000 – 2002. She was the Pioneering Principal of Nawair-ud-deen High School, Inalende, Ibadan from 2002 – 2003. She was also the Principal, Isabatudeen Girls’ Grammar School, Ibadan from 2003 – 2009. She was NTI Examiner (Maths Methodology) from 2004 – 2008. She has been NECO examiner (Economics) from 2000 – Date.
Member, Board of Governors, Alhayu Model College, Olaogun, Ibadan. Volunteer Supervisor, Ministry of Education. Member, Board of Trustees of Muslim Association of Nigeria, Editor-in-chief (Al-Miqrat) A Magazine of the Muslim Association of Nigeria. Member, Board of Directors – Child Development and Concern Foundation.
Mrs. Fasasi, Mulikat Arike’s vision is to have a fulfilled career and to enhance her skill with the aim of affecting her environment positively. Also, to do her best in the best interest of her society.
ABBAS GBEMISOLA IDIAT – MEMBER
Mrs Abbas Gbemisola Idiat was born on 21st August, 1960 in Ibadan. She attended St Mary’s Grammar School, Iwo from 1973 to 1978. Later she went to School of Nursing, University College Hospital, Ibadan from 1980 – 1983, she also attended the School of Midwifery, University College Hospital, Ibadan from 1988 – 1989, School of Hygiene, Eleyele Ibadan from 2005 – 2007, University of Ibadan from 2001 – 2005, and University of Benin from 2009 – 2010.
Throughout her academic journey, she has earned various qualifications including;
• West Africa School Certificate in 1978,
• Registered Nurse in 1983,
• Registered Midwife in 1989,
• Public Health Nurse in 2008,
• Diploma in Nursing Administration and Management
• Fellow West African College of Nursing (FWACN) in 2009.
In addition to her formal education, she had attended numerous seminars, workshops and conferences to enhance her knowledge and skills, including;
• Annual Otunba Tunwase workshop on common pediatrics problems held in Nigeria, 1992.
• Clinical nursing division workshop: Applying principles of management to the total needs of the clients in June 2001.
• Aids preventive initiative in Nigeria (APIN): Prevention of mother – to – child transmission of HIV in March 2002.
• Public health nursing division workshop: Today’s child, tomorrow’s future in July 2003.
• 19th National scientific workshop/conference: maintaining quality nursing care through improved educational system in November 2004.
• PETOG consult educational and training services: Health assessment process and strategies for effective coordination of clients care in December 2005.
• Control of hospital acquired infections in September 1997,
• International conference on modern cancer management (SOCRON) in July 2008.
• WACN 10th biennial general meeting/19th scientific session Cotonou, Benin Republic: Qualitative education for quality Nursing care: A challenge for curricular uniformity in March 2009.
• Many in-service education training workshops
• Superior customer care service delivery in September 7, 2010.
She had worked in various units of the University College Hospital, Ibadan and retired in 2018 as Assistant Director of Nursing.
MR. OLUGBENGA ADEKANMBI – MEMBER
Mr. Olugbenga Adekanmbi was born on 26th August, 1954 in Aleshinloye Compound, Isale – Ijebu, Ibadan. He had his secondary education at Ayedade Grammer School, Ikire from 1968 – 1972, where he obtained his West Africa School Certificate (WASC). Following his secondary school education, he proceeded to The Polytechnic Ibadan from 1976 – 1980 where he obtained his Ordinary National Diploma and Higher National Diploma in Accountancy (OND and HND) respectively. He then went to the University of Ibadan from 1990 – 1991, where he obtained his Master of Business Administration (MBA).
He earned several qualifications that includes General Certificate in Examination in 1975, Institute of Chartered Accountants in Nigeria (ICAN) in 1984, Member, Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) in 2001, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in 1991, Fellow Chartered Accountants (FCA) in 2001 and Certificate in Computer Application in 1991.
He served as a Clerical Officer with the Ministry of Education, Western Region from 1973 – 1976. He had his industrial attachment at Siemens Nigerian Limited, Isolo Express, Lagos in 1979. He also had his National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) at Weide & Co. Nigeria Limited, Iganmu, Lagos from 1980 – 1981. He worked as a Treasurer with the Local Government Service Commission, Ibadan, Oyo State from 1981 – 1987. He worked as an Internal Auditor with Trans Investments Company Limited, Baale Oyewale, Jerico, Ibadan from 1987 – 1992, He was the Managing Director/Chief Executive in the Oyo State Finance and Investment Company Ltd., Baale Oyewale, Jerico, Ibadan from 1993 – 2002. He was also the Chairman of Cashew Processing Industry, Eleyele, Ibadan from 1999 – 2000. He served as the Director of Conpole Nigeria Limited, Moniya, Ibadan from 1991 to 2001. He was the Managing Partner of Toyin Ojo & Co. (Firm of Chartered Accountants), Anfani Road, Ibadan, from 2002 till date.
He likes to read and his area of interests are Financial Advisory and Consultancy.
Mr. Olugbenga Adekanmbi is happily married with children.
MRS. ROFIAH YUSSUF-AZEEEZ – MEMBER
Education Innovator | STREAM Advocate | Entrepreneur | Community Development Leader
Rofiah Yussuf-Azeez is a dynamic educationist, seasoned leader, and accomplished entrepreneur with a proven track record of building capacity, driving innovation, and fostering impactful change. As the Chief Executive Officer of EdRoy ApexHub Ltd., a CAC-registered educational consulting hub, she leads the charge in equipping educators and young minds with essential 21st-century skills, focusing on STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Entrepreneurship, Arts, and Mental Health). Recognizing education’s power in unlocking opportunities and driving societal progress, Rofiah pioneered her unique STREAM model to address personal development and mental health—key components for boosting emotional intelligence and self-esteem in learners.
Her work in education is distinguished by successfully training hundreds of teachers, integrating innovative strategies, and enhancing lesson delivery, resulting in improved student outcomes. Rofiah is equally passionate about empowering women and youth, particularly in bridging gender gaps in technology fields. She mentors youths and women, encouraging them to thrive in STREAM careers and leadership roles.
In addition to her educational influence, Rofiah is an outstanding entrepreneur. She is the founder of Royville Technovate Events, also CAC-registered, a thriving enterprise renowned for turning occasions into unforgettable experiences. Demonstrating exceptional business acumen, she has successfully managed fleets of businesses over the years, a testament to her entrepreneurial excellence.
Educational Profile
I have undertaken numerous online and offline courses in entrepreneurship and education, reflecting my commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. My academic background integrates science, education, and entrepreneurial training, providing a well-rounded foundation for my career.
I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from the University of Ibadan (2019), which equipped me with strong pedagogical knowledge and instructional skills. In 2016, I obtained a Certificate in Entrepreneurship from the Central Bank of Nigeria Entrepreneurial Development Center (CBN-EDC), Samonda, Ibadan, enhancing my ability to develop innovative, sustainable business solutions.
My academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Zoology from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun State (2001–2007). This scientific training developed my analytical thinking, research capabilities, and problem-solving skills, all of which continue to support my work across education and entrepreneurship.
Royville Technovate Events Services
1. Outdoor and Indoor Catering: Expertly crafted menus tailored to suit any event.
2. Supply of Bottled Water, Drinks, and Evaporated Milk: Premium selection of beverages, including Chi products, Pulpy Five Alive, Coke, Maltina, Malta Guinness, Dudu products, and top milk brands like Hollandia, 3 Crown, and Peak—all available at competitive prices for bulk and retail clients.
3. Retail Supply: Provision of quality products to corporate and individual clients.
Community Leadership & Engagement
Rofiah’s leadership extends beyond business and education. She actively engages in community development, serving on the Board of Directors of Child Development and Concern Foundation (CDCF), Ibadan, where she previously served as Program Manager, coordinating impactful activities to support the foundation’s vision and mission.
Her philanthropic efforts include organizing scholarships, and initiating community programs, all showcasing her hands-on approach to societal progress.
Professional Experience
Islamic Education Trust, Minna, Niger State: Served as Head of PR and FR Unit, Resource Management Department.
New Horizons College, Minna, Niger State: Islamic Perspective Teacher, delivering a specialized course designed to motivate and inspire young scholars, handled exclusively by creative and brilliant educators.
Mimbar School, Ibadan: Rose from classroom teacher to Head of School due to her commitment, diligence, and passion. Served as Head of various units and chaired the end-of-year planning committee twice—being the only female to hold that role.
Philosophy & Vision
Rofiah believes that education and entrepreneurship are twin pillars for unlocking opportunities and transforming societies. Her focus on STREAM education stems from a deep understanding of modern global demands—fostering critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence, and entrepreneurial spirit among learners.
She is particularly committed to bridging gender gaps, empowering women and youth to excel in technology, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Recognition & Awards
Award of Commendation – NYSC, FCT, 2009 (Outstanding Community Development Contributions)
Recognized across various leadership and volunteer roles for dedication, innovation, and social impact.
Board Value Proposition
Rofiah Yussuf-Azeez brings:
Innovative insights on STREAM education, entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment.
Proven leadership across nonprofit, educational, and corporate sectors.
Practical experience in program development, fundraising, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
A strong commitment to diversity, gender equity, and sustainable development.
Contact Information
Email: rofiahyussuf@gmail.com
Phone: +2348055159284