Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju
{{Short description|Nigerian lawyer, politician and humanitarian}}
{{Infobox person
| name = Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju
| image =
| birth_name = Bisayo Modupe Busari
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=yes|1983|01|20}}
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| nationality = Nigerian
| education = Obafemi Awolowo University
King's College London
University of Cambridge
| occupation = Lawyer
| notable_works = 'I am a Nigerian' conference
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Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju is a Nigerian lawyer, politician and humanitarian.{{cite web | url=https://guardian.ng/guardian-woman/bisayo-busari-akinnadeju-a-woman-can-only-lead-well-when-she-has-built-self-confidence/ | title=Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju: 'A woman can only lead well when she has built self-confidence' | date=29 April 2023 }}{{Cite web|url=https://www.pressreader.com/nigeria/the-guardian-nigeria/20220219/281844352070554|title=|via=PressReader}}
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.{{cite web | url=https://theoutlet.com.ng/the-journey-of-abisayo-nigerias-queen-of-country/ | title=The journey of Bisayo, Nigeria's Queen of Country | date=29 August 2023 }} 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.{{Cite web|url=https://www.adexen.com/company/255069|title=All Grace Energy Limited, Adexen.com|website=Adexen}}
Advocacy and humanitarian work
Bisayo is the founder of Project One,{{cite web | url=https://dailytrust.com/foundation-urges-young-nigerians-to-shun-illegal-migration/ | title=Foundation urges young Nigerians to shun illegal migration - Daily Trust | date=24 May 2019 }} an initiative focused on providing political education, citizen appreciation, and mentorship for Nigerian youths and convener of the annual “I am a Nigerian” Conference.{{Cite web|url=https://www.alltimepost.com/2017/05/osinbajo-to-launch-i-am-a-nigerian-campaign/|title=Osinbajo To Launch I AM A NIGERIAN Campaign – Alltimepost.com}}{{cite web | url=https://guardian.ng/news/group-urges-youths-to-unite-against-violence-illegal-migration/ | title=Group urges youths to unite against violence, illegal migration | date=25 May 2019 }} She organizes conferences, seminars, and other events to promote leadership, peacekeeping, and nation-building activities.{{cite web | url=https://www.noa.gov.ng/4abetternigeria/ | title=4abetternigeria – National Orientation Agency }} She is also the founder of BBLEGAL, a platform that offers legal advisory, consultancy, and policy formulation services.{{cite web | url=http://www.theadvocate.ng/monitor-implementation-of-2018-budget-csos-charge-nigerians/ | title=Monitor implementation of 2018 Budget, CSOs charge Nigerians | date=22 June 2018 }}
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.{{Cite web|url=http://ng.avancemedia.org/|title=Most Influential Young Nigerians|access-date=2023-08-18|archive-date=2024-09-24|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240924145756/http://ng.avancemedia.org/|url-status=dead}} Furthermore, she received a nomination in the "101 Most Impactful Nigerian Women" between 2015 and 2023.{{cite web|url=http://www.9ja.com/good-leadership-does-not-reside-in-any-gender-or-tribe-92750.html|title=Good leadership does not reside in any gender or tribe}} She was also a finalist for the ‘Active Citizens Award’ by Budgit.{{cite web | url=https://newtelegraphng.com/budgit-unveils-finalists-for-active-citizens-award/ | title=BudgIT unveils finalists for 'Active Citizens Award' | date=31 August 2022 }}
Book publications
- Project One Nigerian: Unlock Your Potential through Your Identity{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=JAIUzwEACAAJ | title=Project One Nigerian: Unlock Your Potential Through Your Identity | isbn=9789789935703 | last1=Busari-Akinnadeju | first1=Bisayo | date=2021 | publisher=Project One Production }}{{cite book | url=https://www.amazon.com/Project-One-Nigerian-potential-identity/dp/B08TFH2553 | isbn=9798596836493 | title=Project One Nigerian: Unlock your potential through your identity | date=19 January 2021 | publisher=Independently published }}
- The Wealthy Club
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