Sara Adeniyi
Founder & Chair, Street2Scholar Foundation
Sara Adeniyi is the Founder and Chairperson of Street2Scholar Foundation. An accomplished educator in Computer Science, Information Technology and Creative iMedia, she holds an MSc in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Well-being. She provides strategic leadership in safeguarding, child protection and technology-driven education, and her expertise underpins the Foundation's mission to transform the lives of street-connected and vulnerable children through education, technology and holistic support.
Walter Ernest
Partnership & Fundraiser
Walter Ernest is the Chief Executive Officer of Wallet Global Limited, Abuja, with a background in business leadership, strategic partnerships and organisational growth. As Partnerships & Fundraising Adviser, he guides the Foundation's efforts to build high-impact collaborations and develop sustainable funding, drawing on his expertise in stakeholder engagement to expand its reach and impact for vulnerable children and young people.
Ibrahim Abukakar
Health
Ibrahim Birma Abubakar is a pharmacist and healthcare professional serving as Chief Executive Officer of Bukar Dirima, with experience in healthcare leadership and community wellbeing. As Healthcare Adviser, he guides the Foundation's health and wellbeing initiatives, helping ensure vulnerable children have access to quality healthcare, preventive services and holistic support.
Trustees & Board of Advisers
Lara Adeyemi - Project Manager
Lara Adeyemi is a project manager who serves as a Trustee of Street2Scholar Foundation, bringing her planning and delivery expertise to provide strategic oversight, governance and guidance that keeps the Foundation focused on its mission and long-term sustainability.
Kel Ohalem - Safeguarding Lead
Kel Ohalem works directly with children and serves as a Trustee of Street2Scholar Foundation, bringing that grounded, child-centred perspective to strategic oversight, governance and guidance that keeps the Foundation focused on its mission and long-term sustainability.
Hannah Omisore - Graphic Designer
Hannah Omisore is a graphic designer who serves as a Trustee of Street2Scholar Foundation, bringing a creative eye alongside strategic oversight, governance and guidance that keeps the Foundation focused on its mission and long-term sustainability
Obinna Ohalem - Programme Manager
Obinna Ohalem is a programme manager who serves as a Trustee of Street2Scholar Foundation, bringing programme delivery expertise to strategic oversight, governance and guidance that keeps the Foundation focused on its mission and long-term sustainability.
Jennifer Ayoola - Education
Bosede Jennifer Ayoola is CEO of LittleDrop Academy, FCT Abuja, bringing experience in educational leadership, curriculum development and child-centred learning. As Education Adviser, she guides the Foundation's education programmes and learning approaches, supporting the academic and personal development of street-connected and vulnerable children.
Emily Oladipupo - Finance & Audit
Emily Olayemi Oladipupo is a Chartered Accountant and experienced banking professional with expertise in financial management, audit and corporate governance. As Finance & Audit Adviser, she guides the Foundation's financial stewardship and risk management, helping ensure it operates with transparency, integrity and long-term sustainability.
Joseph Ayoleke - Youth Engagement Lead
Joseph Ayoleke is a qualified Physiotherapist and Computer Science student with a passion for technology, innovation and youth empowerment. Representing the Foundation's next generation of leaders, he combines healthcare knowledge with digital skills to inspire and engage young people. A member of the third-place team at the 2024 Hackathon, he brings creativity and problem-solving to the Foundation's mission of driving social impact through innovation.
Dr Mike Osarogie Ikponmwen - Strategic Programme Adviser
Dr Mike Osarogie Ikponmwen is a Science educator and geoscientist with over 15 years' experience in secondary and higher education across Nigeria and the UK, specialising in Physics, AI in Education, inclusive teaching and SEND support. He holds a PhD in Geophysics along with certifications in AI for Education, safeguarding and child mental health. He brings expertise in curriculum development, teacher mentoring and building inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive.
Vacant - Communication & Public Relations
To develop and oversee the organisation's communications and public relations strategy, strengthen its public profile, and engage stakeholders through clear, consistent, and impactful messaging.
Vacant -Legal
To provide legal guidance, ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and support the Board in managing legal risks and good governance.