Olusina Ajao – Nigeria
Occupation/Title
Peacebuilding and Conflict Management Professional
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Summary/About Me
Olusina Ajao is a seasoned peacebuilding and conflict management professional currently serving as the Assistant Head of the Gender Unit with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The NSCDC is a paramilitary organization that provides security and humanitarian services across Nigeria. Olusina’s extensive experience in gender and peacebuilding makes him a key figure in promoting peace and security in his community.
Areas of Expertise
- Peacebuilding
- Conflict Management
- Gender Issues
- Security and Humanitarian Services
Professional Experience
- Assistant Head of the Gender Unit, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
- Extensive experience in peacebuilding and conflict management within a security context
Key Initiatives
- Youth for Peace: Olusina’s Social Change Initiative, Youth for Peace, involved training 160 students in conflict analysis and peacebuilding solutions over six months. The project was implemented in partnership with a Government Secondary School in Mabuchi, Abuja, Nigeria. This initiative aimed to empower young people with the skills and knowledge to analyze conflicts and actively contribute to peacebuilding within their communities.
Skills
- Conflict Analysis and Resolution
- Youth Empowerment
- Training and Capacity Building
- Program Coordination
- Gender Sensitivity in Security Services
Olusina Ajao is dedicated to fostering peace and security through innovative initiatives that engage and empower youth. His work aims to build a more peaceful and resilient society by equipping young people with the tools to understand and resolve conflicts, and by promoting gender sensitivity within security services.