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I am a historian and feminist studies researcher from Ibadan, Nigeria, with a strong interest in gender history, feminist movements, and social change in Africa. My work spans archival research, teaching, and public engagement, with a focus on women’s inclusion, governance, and mental health in African contexts. I enjoy documenting narratives, bridging academia and community, and contributing to policy-relevant conversations through rigorous historical scholarship and accessible writing. Outside the classroom and archives, I coordinate and document conference proceedings, support electoral transparency projects, and mentor students in leadership and research skills. I am passionate about using history and storytelling to illuminate gendered experiences and to foster inclusive governance and social progress.…I am a historian and feminist studies researcher from Ibadan, Nigeria, with a strong interest in gender history, feminist movements, and social change in Africa. My work spans archival research, teaching, and public engagement, with a focus on women’s inclusion, governance, and mental health in African contexts. I enjoy documenting narratives, bridging academia and community, and contributing to policy-relevant conversations through rigorous historical scholarship and accessible writing. Outside the classroom and archives, I coordinate and document conference proceedings, support electoral transparency projects, and mentor students in leadership and research skills. I am passionate about using history and storytelling to illuminate gendered experiences and to foster inclusive governance and social progress.

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I am a historian and feminist studies researcher from Ibadan, Nigeria, with a strong interest in gender history, feminist movements, and social change in Africa. My work spans archival research, teaching, and public engagement, with a focus on women’s inclusion, governance, and mental health in African contexts. I enjoy documenting narratives, bridging academia and community, and contributing to policy-relevant conversations through rigorous historical scholarship and accessible writing. Outside the classroom and archives, I coordinate and document conference proceedings, support electoral transparency projects, and mentor students in leadership and research skills. I am passionate about using history and storytelling to illuminate gendered experiences and to foster inclusive governance and social progress.…I am a historian and feminist studies researcher from Ibadan, Nigeria, with a strong interest in gender history, feminist movements, and social change in Africa. My work spans archival research, teaching, and public engagement, with a focus on women’s inclusion, governance, and mental health in African contexts. I enjoy documenting narratives, bridging academia and community, and contributing to policy-relevant conversations through rigorous historical scholarship and accessible writing. Outside the classroom and archives, I coordinate and document conference proceedings, support electoral transparency projects, and mentor students in leadership and research skills. I am passionate about using history and storytelling to illuminate gendered experiences and to foster inclusive governance and social progress.

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I am a historian and feminist studies researcher from Ibadan, Nigeria, with a strong interest in gender history, feminist movements, and social change in Africa. My work spans archival research, teaching, and public engagement, with a focus on women’s inclusion, governance, and mental health in African contexts. I enjoy documenting narratives, bridging academia and community, and contributing to policy-relevant conversations through rigorous historical scholarship and accessible writing.

Outside the classroom and archives, I coordinate and document conference proceedings, support electoral transparency projects, and mentor students in leadership and research skills. I am passionate about using history and storytelling to illuminate gendered experiences and to foster inclusive governance and social progress.

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English

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Work Experience

History Teacher at Ogbomoso Baptist High School

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Teaching History across junior and senior secondary levels; Taught 'Energy and Society in Nigeria' (2022-2023); Workshop Organisation Committee Member; In-charge of Registration and general welfare of participants; Liaison between facilitators and participants from Canada and Nigeria; Prepared lesson plans; Delivered structured lessons; Led classroom instruction, discussions, and assessments; Organized class excursions to the National Museum; Supervised examinations; Assisted in administrative and record-keeping duties.

Conference Administrative Assistant at York University, Canada

February 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024

Provided administrative support for conference activities; Documented conference proceedings, including keynote addresses, panel sessions, paper presentations, and plenary discussions; Prepared post-conference report; Coordinated with session chairs and organizers to verify accuracy of records and session summaries; Assisted with archival records.

Presiding Officer at Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

February 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Presided over a team of ad-hoc staff in conducting Presidential/National Assembly and Governorship/State Assembly elections; Coordinated polling unit processes; Ensured free, fair and credible election at the polling unit; Oversaw handing over of election results.

Class Representative (2) at Department of History, University of Ibadan

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Student leadership role representing the class; Organized meetings, liaised with department; Ensured transparency and accountability.

Electoral Chairman at Department of History, University of Ibadan

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Oversaw planning, coordination, and conduct of departmental student elections; Prepared electoral materials; Managed voting activities; Announced results; Resolved disputes per guidelines.

Member, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at Ogbomoso South Local Government, Oyo State

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Member of SDGs committee; participated in development goals initiatives.

Public Relations Officer at National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Public relations officer; managed communications and outreach initiatives.

Member at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Participation in NYSC youth program; service year activities.

Member at Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan Chapter

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Member of campus journalism union; engagement in media and reporting.

Presiding Officer (INEC) at Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)

February 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Presided over a team of four ad-hoc staff in conducting Presidential/National Assembly and Governorship/State Assembly elections; coordinated polling unit operations; ensured free, fair and credible elections; supervised team members and handed over results to the collation officer.

Class Representative at Department of History, University of Ibadan

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Served as Class Representative (2023-2025), coordinating student activities, representing peers in departmental meetings, and assisting in administrative and communication processes within the department.

Chairman Electoral Committee at History Department, University of Ibadan

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Led planning, conduct and resolution processes for departmental student elections; organized materials, supervised voting, verified results and produced post-election reports.

Public Relations Officer at Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS), Ogbomoso South Local Government

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Public relations officer for SDGS initiatives; coordinated communications, events, and community engagement activities (2022-2023).

Public Relations Officer at National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) + National Youth Service Corp (NYSC Youth)

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Public relations officer coordinating outreach and communications for NDLEA initiatives and NYSC youth programs (2022-2023).

Conference Administrative Assistant at York University

February 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024

Provided administrative assistance for a conference; documented schedules, coordinated with organizers and facilitators; supported archival tasks and post-event documentation.

Conference Rapporteur at Prof. Ade Ajayi Memorial Annual Conference, University of Ibadan

June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024

Documented conference proceedings, including keynote addresses, panel sessions, paper presentations and resolutions; prepared post-conference report and verified session summaries with organizers.

Workshop Organizer / Facilitator at Ogbomoso Baptist High School

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Organized and facilitated a workshop on 'Energy and Society in Nigeria'; in-charge of registration and welfare of participants; liaison between facilitators and participants from Canada and Nigeria.