YEF Leadership | The Team behind the Vision

Grace Olaoluwa-David

General Secretary

Grace Olaoluwa-David is a student of English Education at the University of Lagos with a strong passion for teaching, learning, and transforming the educational sector. Committed to advancing SDG4—Quality Education for all—she draws from her internship experiences in primary and secondary schools to advocate for integrity and value-driven learning in Nigeria’s academic space. She reports for The Press Club, University of Lagos, and currently serves as the General Secretary of the Young Educators Forum, where she is dedicated to contributing meaningfully to the nation’s educational reform.

Grace Olaoluwa-David

General Secretary

Grace Olaoluwa-David is a student of English Education at the University of Lagos with a strong passion for teaching, learning, and transforming the educational sector. Committed to advancing SDG4—Quality Education for all—she draws from her internship experiences in primary and secondary schools to advocate for integrity and value-driven learning in Nigeria’s academic space. She reports for The Press Club, University of Lagos, and currently serves as the General Secretary of the Young Educators Forum, where she is dedicated to contributing meaningfully to the nation’s educational reform.

Grace Olaoluwa-David

General Secretary

Grace Olaoluwa-David is a student of English Education at the University of Lagos with a strong passion for teaching, learning, and transforming the educational sector. Committed to advancing SDG4—Quality Education for all—she draws from her internship experiences in primary and secondary schools to advocate for integrity and value-driven learning in Nigeria’s academic space. She reports for The Press Club, University of Lagos, and currently serves as the General Secretary of the Young Educators Forum, where she is dedicated to contributing meaningfully to the nation’s educational reform.

Kareem Adesayo

Team Lead, Media Unit

Kareem Adesayo Samiat is an English Education student at the University of Lagos who blends her passion for teaching with media. As the Media Team Lead of the Young Educators Forum, she drives the group’s visual storytelling—capturing key moments and communicating its mission with clarity. Known for her creativity, teamwork, and leadership in academic and media projects, Samiat uses her skills to support learning, empower young educators, and inspire others through meaningful stories.

Kareem Adesayo

Team Lead, Media Unit

Kareem Adesayo Samiat is an English Education student at the University of Lagos who blends her passion for teaching with media. As the Media Team Lead of the Young Educators Forum, she drives the group’s visual storytelling—capturing key moments and communicating its mission with clarity. Known for her creativity, teamwork, and leadership in academic and media projects, Samiat uses her skills to support learning, empower young educators, and inspire others through meaningful stories.

Kareem Adesayo

Team Lead, Media Unit

Kareem Adesayo Samiat is an English Education student at the University of Lagos who blends her passion for teaching with media. As the Media Team Lead of the Young Educators Forum, she drives the group’s visual storytelling—capturing key moments and communicating its mission with clarity. Known for her creativity, teamwork, and leadership in academic and media projects, Samiat uses her skills to support learning, empower young educators, and inspire others through meaningful stories.

Alli Muhammed Máyọ̀wá

Team Lead, Graphics Unit

Alli Muhammed Máyọ̀wá, Yorùbá Education student at the University of Lagos, a motivated and intellectually curious individual with a strong interest in education, social issues, and personal development. I like to engage actively with academic work, particularly in areas related to African studies, education, and research-based writing. I've often been told that I'm being thoughtful and dependable, I often support others with academic tasks while managing my own responsibilities. I value clarity, accuracy, and continuous learning, and approach challenges with a practical, growth-oriented mindset. I'm also very passionate about my handwork.

Alli Muhammed Máyọ̀wá

Team Lead, Graphics Unit

Alli Muhammed Máyọ̀wá, Yorùbá Education student at the University of Lagos, a motivated and intellectually curious individual with a strong interest in education, social issues, and personal development. I like to engage actively with academic work, particularly in areas related to African studies, education, and research-based writing. I've often been told that I'm being thoughtful and dependable, I often support others with academic tasks while managing my own responsibilities. I value clarity, accuracy, and continuous learning, and approach challenges with a practical, growth-oriented mindset. I'm also very passionate about my handwork.

Alli Muhammed Máyọ̀wá

Team Lead, Graphics Unit

Alli Muhammed Máyọ̀wá, Yorùbá Education student at the University of Lagos, a motivated and intellectually curious individual with a strong interest in education, social issues, and personal development. I like to engage actively with academic work, particularly in areas related to African studies, education, and research-based writing. I've often been told that I'm being thoughtful and dependable, I often support others with academic tasks while managing my own responsibilities. I value clarity, accuracy, and continuous learning, and approach challenges with a practical, growth-oriented mindset. I'm also very passionate about my handwork.

Rebecca Bankole

Team Lead, Research Unit

Rebecca Bankole is a student of English and Education at the University of Lagos with a strong passion for teaching, educational research, and teacher empowerment. She currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Beyond The Halls Magazine, the official magazine of the Faculty of Education, University of Lagos, where she leads the editorial team responsible for the magazine’s content and publication. Beyond academia, she's a professional Make-up Artist and creative entrepreneur, a role that strengthens her creativity and leadership across various teams and audiences. As the Research Lead at Young Educators Forum, she is dedicated to producing insightful, relevant research that supports educators and contributes to meaningful educational reform.

Rebecca Bankole

Team Lead, Research Unit

Rebecca Bankole is a student of English and Education at the University of Lagos with a strong passion for teaching, educational research, and teacher empowerment. She currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Beyond The Halls Magazine, the official magazine of the Faculty of Education, University of Lagos, where she leads the editorial team responsible for the magazine’s content and publication. Beyond academia, she's a professional Make-up Artist and creative entrepreneur, a role that strengthens her creativity and leadership across various teams and audiences. As the Research Lead at Young Educators Forum, she is dedicated to producing insightful, relevant research that supports educators and contributes to meaningful educational reform.

Rebecca Bankole

Team Lead, Research Unit

Rebecca Bankole is a student of English and Education at the University of Lagos with a strong passion for teaching, educational research, and teacher empowerment. She currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Beyond The Halls Magazine, the official magazine of the Faculty of Education, University of Lagos, where she leads the editorial team responsible for the magazine’s content and publication. Beyond academia, she's a professional Make-up Artist and creative entrepreneur, a role that strengthens her creativity and leadership across various teams and audiences. As the Research Lead at Young Educators Forum, she is dedicated to producing insightful, relevant research that supports educators and contributes to meaningful educational reform.