Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji

Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in education, technology, and public policy. Currently serving as a member of the UNDP AI4Dev Reference Group, Toyosi collaborates with experts to influence AI governance and applications for sustainable development in Nigeria. As the founder and product architect of Passnownow.com, Toyosi has developed an innovative online platform that provides educational resources to underserved secondary school students in Nigeria. Additionally, Toyosi established Rise Networks, a data science-focused learning lab that promotes emerging technologies and skills relevant to the future workforce. Educational background includes a PhD in Defense and Strategic Studies from the Nigerian Defence Academy, a Master in Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School, and various certifications in digital marketing, project management, and strategic management from prestigious institutions.