Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju

Abisayo Busari-Akinnadeju
Born
Abisayo Modupe Busari

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

Abisayo Busari-Akinnadeju also known as Bisayo Busari Akinnadeju is a Nigerian lawyer, civic leader, policy advocate, and humanitarian.[1][2] [3] She obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LLB Hons) 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. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) United Kingdom,[4]and serves as the Chairperson of the Energy and Power Special Interest group in the Abuja Nigeria chapter,[5]

Professional career

Abisayo 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.[6]

Advocacy and humanitarian work

Abisayo is the founder of Project One,[7] an initiative focused on providing political education, citizen appreciation, and mentorship for Nigerian youths and convener of the annual “I am a Nigerian” Conference.[8][9] She organizes conferences, seminars, and other events to promote leadership, peacekeeping, and nation-building activities.[10] She is also the founder of BBLEGAL, a platform that offers legal advisory, consultancy, and policy formulation services.[11] She advocated for women leadership. [12]

Awards and recognitions

Abisayo 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.[13] Furthermore, she received a nomination in the "101 Most Impactful Nigerian Women" between 2015 and 2023.[14] She was also a finalist for the ‘Active Citizens Award’ by Budgit.[15]

Book publications

  • Project One Nigerian: Unlock Your Potential through Your Identity[16][17]
  • The Wealthy Club

2027 Presidential Aspirancy and Resignation from the Democratic Leadership Alliance.

In April 2026, Busari-Akinnadeju formally declared her interest to seek the nomination of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) as its candidate for President of Nigeria in the 2027 general election. On 28 May 2026, she resigned from the party, citing un-democratic principles in the conduct of the primary election and the emergence of a consensus candidate by methods she said did not comply with the Electoral Act 2026. Her resignation and her demand for a refund of the nomination fee were widely reported across Nigerian media. <ref> DLA presidential aspirant resigns from party, demands ...

The Guardian Nigeria News https://guardian.ng › Politics


References

  1. ↑ "Bisayo Busari-Akinnadeju: 'A woman can only lead well when she has built self-confidence'". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 29 April 2023.
  2. ↑ https://www.pressreader.com/nigeria/the-guardian-nigeria/20220219/281844352070554 – via PressReader. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  3. ↑ DLA Presidential Aspirant Resigns, Demands Refund .../<ref> Punch Newspapers https://punchng.com › 2027-dla-female-presidential-ho...

    Early life and education

    Abisayo 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.<ref>"The journey of Bisayo, Nigeria's Queen of Country". 29 August 2023.
  4. ↑ https://www.ciarb.org/member-directory/profile/?id=659e5200-afb4-ea11-a812-000d3a86f645
  5. ↑ https://ciarbabuja.org/our-members
  6. ↑ "All Grace Energy Limited, Adexen.com". Adexen.
  7. ↑ "Foundation urges young Nigerians to shun illegal migration". Daily Trust. 24 May 2019.
  8. ↑ "Osinbajo To Launch I AM A NIGERIAN Campaign – Alltimepost.com".
  9. ↑ "Group urges youths to unite against violence, illegal migration". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. 25 May 2019.
  10. ↑ "4abetternigeria – National Orientation Agency".
  11. ↑ "Monitor implementation of 2018 Budget, CSOs charge Nigerians". 22 June 2018.
  12. ↑ 'Good leadership does not reside in any gender or tribe' The Guardian Nigeria News https://guardian.ng › Guardian Woman
  13. ↑ "Most Influential Young Nigerians". Archived from the original on 2024-09-24. Retrieved 2023-08-18.
  14. ↑ "Good leadership does not reside in any gender or tribe".
  15. ↑ "BudgIT unveils finalists for 'Active Citizens Award'". New Telegraph. Lagos, Nigeria. 31 August 2022.
  16. ↑ Busari-Akinnadeju, Bisayo (2021). Project One Nigerian: Unlock Your Potential Through Your Identity. Project One Production. ISBN 9789789935703.
  17. ↑ Project One Nigerian: Unlock your potential through your identity. Independently published. 19 January 2021. ISBN 9798596836493.