Kunle Yusuff, MON[1]
Background:
Kunle Yusuff was born in 1977 into a Muslim family specifically to Sheik Yusuff Agba in Olanla-Eleshin Arulogun Village, Akinyele Local Government Area, Oyo State. He currently holds the title of Galadima of Ibadan Land, a position given to him by Sheik Agbotomokekere, the Chief Imam of Ibadan Land and Chairman of the League of Chief Imams and Alfas in Oyo State. He is a seasoned professional in negotiation and social development, a champion for sustainable goals, and a promoter of climate initiatives. Kunle has received numerous international and local humanitarian and professional awards and is happily married with children.
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Education:
Ph.D in Sustainable Development (In-view)
M.Sc Peace & Conflict Management (2013 - 2015)
B.Sc in Political Science (2002 - 2006)
Diploma in Financial Studies
(1997 - 2000)
Secondary School Certificate
(1991 -1997)
Primary School Leaving Certificate
(1984 - 1990)
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Certifications:
Senior Fellow, Institute of Professional Managers and Administration of Nigeria(IPMA)
Fellow, Institute of Management Consultants, Nigeria (IMC)
Member, Institute of Negotiators (ION)
Honored Conferred Member of the Order of Niger (MON) by President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (2014)
Social Development, Greenleaf University, Florida (2013)
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Work Experience:
Personal Assistant to Acting Chief of Staff to President Yar'adua (2008 - 2009)
Personal Assistant to Minister of State, FCT (2011 - 2012)
Chairman, Presidential Committee on South-West Subsidy Town Hall Meeting (2012)
Special Assistant (Strategy/Special Duty) Social Development Office, State, Villa (2012 - 2015)
Governing Board Member (Commissioner), UBEC (2013 - 2015)
Senior Special Adviser on SDGs, Oyo State (2019 - 2023)
Director General, Civil Society Organisation on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI) (Till Date)
Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, Merited Negotiating Consulting Firm (Till Date)
Chairman, Pyrotechnics Engineering Limited ( Till Date)
Chief Consultant, Federal House of Representatives on Nigeria-China Relations (Till Date)
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Kunle Yusuff’s extensive background in sustainable development, social policies, and, combined with his leadership roles, positions him as a key figure in both local and international arenas addressing pressing global challenges. His dedication to change advocacy and his numerous accolades highlight commitment to making a lasting impact in his community beyond.
