Constituent, Ibadan North West, Oyo State.
Building Nigeria’s Future, Together
With over nine years of experience spanning food security, environmental sustainability, public policy, and community development, Ajibola brings a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and civic vision to every initiative he undertakes.
About Me
Ajibola Oladiipo
Public Sector Innovator, Policy Analyst, and Advocate for a Working Nigeria
Ajibola Oladiipo is a policy strategist, public sector innovator, and advocate for sustainable development, committed to transforming ideas into actionable solutions that strengthen institutions, empower communities, and improve lives across Nigeria. With over nine years of experience spanning food security, environmental sustainability, public policy, and community development, Ajibola brings a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and civic vision to every initiative he undertakes. Whether shaping national food security policy, implementing grassroots programs, or advocating for systemic reforms, Ajibola believes that lasting change is rooted in evidence, inclusivity, and principled leadership.
Ajibola Oladiipo is a public sector innovator, policy analyst, and advocate for sustainable development, whose work sits at the intersection of governance, food systems, and inclusive growth. Born on March 30 to the esteemed family of ‘Tunde and ‘Tola Oladiipo of Amunigun Compound, Ibadan North West LGA, Oyo State, Ajibola’s early life in Ibadan, the political and intellectual heart of the Southwest, laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to service, equity, and nation-building. He attended Holy Infant Jesus Catholic School, Loyola College, and Wesley College of Science, Ibadan, before earning a B.Sc. in Food Technology from the University of Ibadan.
Over the past decade, he has built a robust career advancing evidence-based reforms and community-centered programs across Nigeria, particularly in food security, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), digital innovation, and grassroots governance. Ajibola currently leads strategic efforts at the Nigeria Food Security Project and the Supply Chain Research and Innovation Hub (SCRIH), crafting localized, data-driven solutions to post-harvest loss, poor food access, and rural economic underperformance. He has managed high-impact programs, including the digital innovation component of a $4.6 million maternal and neonatal health project funded by the Gates Foundation.
He has collaborated with government, corporate, and research entities both nationally and globally, including:
- Norwegian Refugee Council / Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre
- Action Against Hunger / German Federal Foreign Office in Borno State
- M. Larsen Ghana Waste Ltd & Government of Ghana
- Government of the Republic of Guinea
- Lagos State Waste Management Authority
- Oyo State Waste Management Authority & Ministry of Environment
- Ogun State Ministry of Environment
- Osun Waste Management Agency
- Ebonyi State Government
- Cranfield University
…and many others.
Ajibola’s work prioritizes impact, scalability, and systemic change, bridging the gap between vision and practical implementation.
A prolific writer and public speaker, Ajibola uses his voice to inspire action. His books, MayWeather and Productivity and Rising Together: Essays on the Nigerian Struggle and Our Path to Growth, reflect a commitment to thought leadership grounded in lived experience and intellectual rigor. He also hosts the Diary of a Patriot YouTube channel, simplifying public policy and advocating for a Nigeria that works for everyone.
His advocacy extends into nonprofit work through the Ajibola Oladiipo Foundation (TAOF), which empowers underserved communities through programs in food systems, inclusive education, environmental resilience, and IT workforce development. Ajibola is also building a political structure rooted in progressive ideals, social justice, and human dignity, grounded in the belief that politics must serve a higher purpose: to build a society where freedom, dignity, and opportunity are rights, not privileges.
For Ajibola, leadership is stewardship. He believes in the patient work of building trust, creating opportunities, and driving collective progress. Whether in community halls, strategy rooms, or global forums, he remains a committed advocate for a Nigeria where systems work, citizens thrive, and hope is real.
To unlock the potential of individuals by providing access to quality education, vocational training, and technology-driven solutions that promote self-reliance and community advancement.
A society where every individual, regardless of background, has the tools and opportunities to thrive and contribute meaningfully to national development.
- Educational Empowerment: Scholarships, mentorships, and academic resources.
- Vocational & Skills Training: IT, entrepreneurship, and practical trade skills.
- Technology Integration: Solutions that improve learning, access, and problem-solving in communities.
- Community Development: Infrastructure, sanitation, healthcare, and economic empowerment projects.
Foundation
The Ajibola Oladiipo Foundation (TAOF)
The Ajibola Oladiipo Foundation (TAOF) is one of Ajibola’s most personal commitments to giving back. Rooted in his story, values, and community, TAOF begins its mission where it matters most: at home in Amunigun, Ibadan. TAOF is a Nigerian nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging opportunity gaps and fostering sustainable development across the country. The foundation empowers underserved communities through education, innovation, and grassroots initiatives designed to create self-reliance, opportunity, and community resilience.
Education, Fellowships, and Recognition
Credentials
Ajibola Oladiipo combines technical expertise, research excellence, and practical experience to tackle Nigeria’s most pressing challenges. Ajibola’s credentials reflect a blend of technical dexterity, policy insight, and leadership readiness, demonstrating his capacity to implement change at scale.
- B.Sc. Food Technology, University of Ibadan
- Professional Member, Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology
- Member, Agricultural & Applied Economics Association
- Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship
- Legislative Mentorship Initiative Fellow
- Advanced R, STATA, SPSS, GIS, Tableau, econometrics, data visualization
- Public Policy Analysis, Digital Governance, Ethics in Public Policy, International Development
- Experienced in policy consulting, project management, and cross-functional team leadership