Olumide Idowu

Olumide Idowu, also known as Mr. Climate, is an experienced professional in climate change and social media consulting. Currently serving as CAYACC's Climate Change Focal Person since August 2023, Olumide is responsible for coordinating and implementing climate initiatives. Additionally, Olumide has been a Social Media Consultant for the African Development Bank Group since May 2022, aiding in raising awareness for the Annual Meetings. As the National Steering Committee Small Grants Programme Youth Focal Point for Nigeria at the Global Environment Facility since December 2019, Olumide reviews proposals to support community-based environmental initiatives. Olumide's leadership roles include being the Executive Director of the International Climate Change Development Initiative Africa since November 2016 and the Executive Coordinator of the African Youth Initiative on Climate Change from June 2016 to January 2024. Olumide's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Statistics from the University of Abuja and recent professional development in sustainable waste management and environmental health from Lagos Business School.