Kith & Kin Educational Schools

Chief Kaoli Olatunji Olusanya

Chief Learning Officer (CLO)
Chief Kaoli Olatunji Olusanya is a man with many competences. He is a visionary leader, an agriculturalist, a 21st Century educationist, an entrepreneur and a community leader. He is presently the Chief Learning Officer of Kith and Kin Educational Schools. Between 1979 and 1986, he was a teacher at Lagos State Polytechnic, School of Agriculture Ikorodu where he rose to the position of Acting Head of Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension Education. He has been appointed to various public offices. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) Agric, Ife (1976); M.Sc. Economics, Ibadan (1982); PGCE (i) University of Nottingham (2011). Between 2004 and 2006, he attended the Owner Manager Programme and Chief Executive programme of the Lagos Business School. He is married with children and grandchildren. His interests are: leadership, professional development, youth empowerment and community development.

Chief Mrs. Olukemi Olusanya

Executive Director (ED)
Chief (Mrs.) Olukemi O. Olusanya is the Executive Director of Kith and Kin Educational Schools. She is the Vice Chairman of the School Management team. She is an alumnus of the Lagos Business School. Chief (Mrs.) Olukemi O. Olusanya earned a Diploma in Early Childhood Montessori Education from the Montessori Centre International, London in 2009. She is God-fearing, a team player, motivator, and disciplinarian. She is happily married to the Chief Learning Officer, Chief Kaoli Olatunji Olusanya, and is blessed with two children.

Prof. Ayodeji Abari

Chairman, KKES Board of Governors
Prof. Ayodeji Abari is a seasoned educationist. He is presently the Acting Head of Department of Educational Management at Lagos State University, Ojo. He attended University of Ile-Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University), where he obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology Education in 1979. He also obtained his Master of Art Education and Doctor of Philosophy both in Educational Administration from the same university in 1986 and 1994 respectively. He is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management.
Dr Ayodeji Abari has logged in about 31 years as a professional teacher/lecturer. He cut his teeth in the profession as a teacher during his service year at Government Girls’ Secondary School, Ilela, Sokoto State. His career as a lecturer started at the Lagos State University, Ojo, in 1990 as an Assistant Lecturer and rose to the present position as the Acting Head of Department of the Department of Educational Management.

Barrister Sunday Adeeko

Legal Adviser
Barrister Adeeko is a barrister and an advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. He is the principal partner of Sunday Adeleke Adeeko & Co (Asake Chamber), a law firm based in Ikeja, Lagos. He attended Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, where he obtained a Bachelor of Law Degree in 1990. After attending the Nigerian Law School, Victoria Island, he was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1991. He also has a Master Degree in Law. He is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association.
He made his way into the legal profession with the law firm of Segun Demuren & Co. and he also practiced with other reputable law firms in Nigeria. When he joined the firm of Adegbola Abayomi & Co in 1997, he was made the Deputy Head of Chamber. In 1999, he established his own law firm; Sunday Adeleke Adeeko & Co. Mr. Sunday Adeeko has wide and extensive experience in commercial practice, which cut across debt recovery, mergers and acquisition liquidation and receivership, intellectual property, real estate, admiralty practice and procedure, arbitration and mediation, energy, oil and gas, regulatory matters, company secretarial practice and general legal consultancy.

Mr. Osewa Oluwole

PTA Chairman, KKIC
Mr Oluwole Osewa is the Chairman, Parents Teachers Association, PTA, at Kith & Kin College, Owode, Ikorodu.
Mr Osewa is an entrepreneur focused into Construction of Homes, Commercial and Industrial buildings especially in the Diasporas space. He also facilitates importation of Industrial Machineries, Farming and Construction equipment including all other automobiles. Any moving or flying machines, we import, he assures. He is a product of Great Ife, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun state, (1984-1988 set).
After his National Youth Service Corp as Researcher’s Assistant at Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, CRIN, Ibadan, Oyo state, he started his professional journey as the Personal Assistant to the Nigerian Representative of Tevier Petroleum, Ikoyi, Lagos (an European Oil Consortium with headquarters in Paris, France), where he rose to become the General Manager after few years. Along the line, he was also appointed a non-executive Director at the New Generation Savings and Loans Bank, Adeola Odeku, Victoria Island, Lagos.
From Tevier Petroleum, he travelled abroad where he studied Applied Biopharmaceutical and Healthcare Science at the prestigious Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, GMIT, Galway city, Republic of Ireland. Armed with an Applied Science degree, Mr Osewa joined Medtronic Cardiovascular Inc., an American manufacturer of life saving medical devices based in Galway city, Republic of Ireland. From there, he set up his private outfit for transacting businesses between Nigeria and Europe and has continued so since then.
One of Mr Osewa’s keen passions is to see young people succeed in general having mentored many young adults across the globe including in China, Saudi Arabia and Europe. In addition, Mr Osewa is an inspirational-books author and has published three interesting books on Amazon Kindle namely “Finding A Good Husband”, “Success Codes” and “Battles of Nigerians in the Diasporas”
He loves Gardening, Travelling, Scientific innovations and Good Governance as a route to lifting the average Nigerian citizen.He is the Executive Director and Senior Partner at the Citizens Compassion for the Destitute Initiative, an NGO that caters majorly for old widows and some blind families around Ikorodu communities. He is happily married to Dr. (Mrs) Olusola Osewa, a Dental Surgeon and both are blessed with children.

Prof. Haastrup Adetunji

Member
Professor (Ambassador) Abraham Adetunji HAASTRUP is a world renowned Scholar, Professor of Management and Leadership, Economist, a Chartered Administrator, an International Management Consultant, a company Executive, Global Ambassador of Management and Leadership and UN Advocate for Global Sustainable Development in 2000.
Professor Haastrup was listed among the WORLDS TOP 1000 PROFESSIONALS of the CENTURY by AFRO-EURO CENTRAL INTERNATIONAL Berlin, Germany. In 1995, he was also an International Delegate to the United Nations @50 World Health Organisation Conferences.
In 2004, he was among the 50 selected African Delegates to the United National UNESCO Roundtable Talk which included Professor Babs. Fafunwa (Former Education Minister) and Prof. Grace Alelel Williams (Former V.C of University of Benin) In November 2005, he was invited by the British Council to be a part of the inaugural British Council Management Forum.
Professor Haastrup holds a Distinction in Economics at WASC Examinations and Distinction Grade at PhD in Management from Wisconain University USA, PLD in Leadership from University of Hull UK as well as 9 other University qualifications in Sociology, Public Administration, (Lagos State University, Nigeria) Law, Marketing, Computer Science (University of Lagos, Nigeria), Education (University of Ibadan, Nigeria), Philosophy (WACM College, Nigeria), Th/ECO (RCB College, Nigeria) and Business Administration (IAM Business School Nigeria).
He quadruples as the First NIGERIAN to become the Ambassador of Management of the International Academy of Management, the FIRST NIGERIAN to bag the prestigious Fellowship in Management simultaneously from the International Academy of Management Nigeria and UK, the FIRST NIGERIAN Member of European Commissions GTG Network in Brussels-Belgium and also the FIRST NIGERIAN to become Professor of Human Services Management.
Professor Haastrup was among the FIRST Batch of Accredited Management Trainers in Nigeria by the Presidency, Federal Republic of Nigeria through the COUNCIL for MANAGEMENT of the Centre for Management Development CMD in 2002 (the LIST was published in the GUARDIAN NEWSPAPER- 22/09/2002 Page 66).
Professor is also a fellow of the prestigious Certified Public Administrators of England and Wales and Fellow of over 10 Professional Bodies across UK, USA, and the commonwealth.
He was the Former Faculty Advisor of ADVANCING CANADIAN ENTREPRENUERSHIP ONTARIO, CANADA and possesses well over 3 decades post-graduation working managerial experience in Banking and Finance, Oil Services, Manufacturing Shipping, Consulting and Academia with milestone achievements.
Professor Haastrup is a member of Global Institutions such as United Nations Foundation, USA, Harvard Business Review Council, USA, Commonwealth Educations Council UK, Commonwealth of Learning Canada, the British Council and over 30 other Professional Bodies across the 5 Major Continents of the World.

Dr. Pat Akumabor

Member
Dr (Mrs) Patricia Akumabor is a member of the Board of Governors, Kith and Kin Educational Schools, from 2010 till date. She has over three decades of professional experience in Teacher Professional Development, Research in Teacher Education and Management of People and Resources. She won the first Fafunwa’s Educational Foundation Post-doctoral Award for best Ph.D. thesis written in 2001/2002 Academic Session in Faculties of Education in Nigeria; Presented a post-doctoral lecture at the University of Lagos as part of the requirements for the Fafunwa Award. A Part-time Supervisor of M.Ed./Ph.D. students’ theses (University of Lagos).
She was appointed a teacher trainer by the British Council in 1989 and trained Language/Literature teachers in Jos, Nigeria, Trained English Language Teachers for Lagos State Government on writing skills.She is a member of World Council for Curriculum and Instruction (WCCI,USA), INTED-International Technology Education and Development, Spain, RMMLA- Rocky Mountain Modern Languages Association (USA), Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN LA/T/00396 of 26th June 2006), Women in Technical Education (WITED) and Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE Nigeria). She is a great leader and a role model.

Dr Ganiyu Abiona IBIKUNLE

Member
Dr Ganiyu Abiona IBIKUNLE (Popularly known as G.White) is a proud alumnus of Lagos State University, where he had his B.Sc (Ed) Economics with first class; M.Ed Educational Management with distinction and PhD in Educational Management (Specialisation in Educational Administration, Leadership and Sustainable Development). He is a trailblazer in the education sector, and his contributions to human capital development are truly commendable. As a lecturer and Assistant Director of Sandwich Degree Programme at Lagos State University, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in educational management.
His research focus on access to qualitative education, leadership, creativity, innovative practices, participatory, human resource, knowledge management and SDGs has led to the publication of several journal articles and books. Dr. IBIKUNLE's commitment to education and human capital development is evident in his work with UKAID/DEEPEN Collaboration, Volunteering with UNESCO in Commemoration of World Teachers'Day and Speaker at several Capacity Building, Empowerment Programmes and Professional Development Seminars, Symposia and Workshops.
As an educational consultant, motivator, prolific writer, and leadership expert, he is a member of Nigeria Institute Management (NIM), Nigeria Association of Educational Administration and Planning (NAEAP) and Commonwealth Council for Educational Administration and Management (CCEAM).Being a change exponent and a development crusader, he has a special passion for human capital development, youth empowerment and selfless services. He is happily married with children.

Mr. Ajayi Olukayode

Director of Finance & Administration (DFA)
Ajayi Olukayode Samson is currently the Vice Principal Administration – Kith and Kin international college. A disciplinarian and a Certified Teacher (TRCN). He joined Kith and Kin Educational Schools in 2009 to teach Financial Accounting and Business Studies. He holds an NCE from Ogun State College of Education, 1989; Bachelor Degree in Accounting (B.Sc), Lagos State University- 2005;Diploma in desktop publishing TMTI – 2006. He is happily married.

Mr. Oregbesan Julius

Principal, KKIC
Oregbesan Julius Gbenga is a holder of the Nigeria Certificate of Education in Fine and Applied Arts from Tai Solarin College of Education. After the completion of his NCE programme, he proceeded to Lagos State University where he graduated with Bachelor of Science in Public Administration. He later proceeded to National Open University to earn a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Planning. Julius has made significant and tremendous impacts in the teaching profession.
He has worked at various levels of education for two decades. His teaching endeavor started in 1996 during his Teaching Practice Exercise. In January 6, 2006, he transferred his services to Kith and Kin Primary School. He began his teaching career here as a Fine Arts teacher. Some years after, he was promoted to the position of an acting Head Teacher and was formally confirmed the school Head Teacher in 2013.
In addition to his teaching experience, he has participated in series of training on both leadership and classroom management at British Council of Nigeria. He attended basic computer training at NIIT. He possesses a good knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. As a man of vision who is passionate about teaching profession, he is a member of Teacher’s Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)

Mr. Bello Rahman

Principal, KKBA
Bello Rahman is a passionate teacher who rose from a subject teacher to becoming the Head of Department of Science & Technology and now the Vice – Principal Academics of Kith & Kin International College. He obtained M.Sc. Chemistry 2014, University of Ibadan. BSc (ED) Chemistry 2009, TASUED. Cambridge International Education Certificate, 2020 (CIE Certificate), Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), member of Science Teachers Association of Nigeria (STAN) and member of Chemistry Teacher Association of Nigeria (CHETAN). He love personal development, Support for scientific discovery and building good team spirit. He is married and blessed with children.

Mr. Adebanjo Olusegun

Head Teacher, KKMS
Olusegun John Adebanjo is currently serving as the Head of School – Kith & Kin Nursery and Primary School. He obtained his first degree in Computer Science at Lagos State University; Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering, APTECH Maryland, Lagos-Nigeria. He joined Kith & Kin Educational Schools September 15th, 2014 as an ICT & Mathematics Tutor. He is happily married.

Mrs. Aregbesola Fatimah

Secretary
Adekanmbi-Aregbesola Fatimah joined the school as the administrative secretary to kith and kin international college and presenting, she serves as the marketing executive supporting the department’s operations to raise awareness and recognition about the school in order to attract and retain students in the school.
She is dedicated and committed with strong work ethics and good interpersonal relationship. She is quiet an easy-going personality to work with. She had served as the administrative/secretarial personnel in the education sector with over 7 years of practical experiences acquired in general administration and secretarial, human resource, international student recruiter and client relations service.
She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Lagos state university as a business administration holder and has also obtained certifications in human resource. She also holds the position of the secretary to the board of governors, kith and kin educational school.