Spotlight of the Week: Mrs. Olubukola Ola Adewuyi

This week, we proudly spotlight a distinguished figure in the African education landscape, Mrs. Olubukola Ola Adewuyi, an accomplished educator, administrator, legal professional, and transformational leader. As the Chief Executive Officer of Supreme Education Foundation (SEF) Schools, Lagos, Mrs. Adewuyi has dedicated her life’s work to redefining education, empowering learners, and building systems that foster excellence, equity, and innovation.

A Unique Journey from Law to Education Leadership

Mrs. Adewuyi’s professional journey is marked by a seamless blend of legal expertise and educational innovation. A Barrister-at-Law, she began her career with the reputable firm of Adepetu, Caxton Martins & Agbor, where she developed a strong foundation in critical thinking and advocacy. Driven by a profound desire to improve children’s learning experiences and school systems, she transitioned into education, bringing with her a results-driven mindset and an unwavering commitment to reform.

She holds a Master’s degree in Education from Middlesex University, England, where she was recognized as an Ofsted Outstanding Teacher during her time in the United Kingdom. With over two decades of experience across England and Nigeria, her roles have spanned classroom teaching, curriculum leadership, school administration, and strategic education consulting.

Driving Excellence at Supreme Education Foundation Schools

Since 2017, Mrs. Adewuyi has served as the CEO of Supreme Education Foundation Schools, where she has led transformative initiatives centered on academic excellence, child safeguarding, and global citizenship. Under her leadership, SEF has become a model of educational innovation and integrity, renowned for nurturing learners who are confident, capable, and grounded in values.

Her leadership philosophy centers on personalized learning, inclusive education, and the holistic development of the child. She believes that when learners are supported emotionally, intellectually, and socially, they are empowered to reach their fullest potential.

A Leader in Education Policy and Quality Assurance

Mrs. Adewuyi’s impact goes beyond the boundaries of her school. She plays a significant role in education policy, quality assurance, and strategic development in Nigeria and West Africa. She currently serves as:

• Chairman of the ACCA Advisory Committee

• Head of the Quality Assurance Arm of the Association of Private Educators in Nigeria (APEN)

• Board Member and Strategic Advisor in multiple education-focused institutions and organizations

At APEN, she spearheaded the development of a pioneering accreditation framework for private schools, helping standardize quality benchmarks in governance, safeguarding, leadership, and teaching practice across the country.

Innovation in Cultural Education: The OLUKOTIDE Platform

Mrs. Adewuyi is also the Founder of the OLUKOTIDE Platform, a digital initiative aimed at preserving and promoting the Yoruba language and culture through virtual learning. The platform connects learners across Africa and Europe to trained language tutors, enabling effective and engaging mother-tongue instruction—bridging tradition and technology.

Championing Curriculum Innovation at SHIFT 2025

A much-anticipated Keynote Speaker at SHIFT 2025, Mrs. Adewuyi will be delivering a presentation on the theme:
“Flexible Curriculum Design: Preparing for Lifelong Learning.”

In this session, she will:

• Explore how education systems can become more responsive to global trends and workforce demands

• Share strategies for building flexible, skills-oriented, and inclusive curriculums

• Highlight global best practices that promote adaptability, creativity, and lifelong learning in students

Her thought leadership on curriculum reform continues to inspire both public and private stakeholders in education.

Family Life, Child Development, and Holistic Education

In addition to her educational work, Mrs. Adewuyi is a certified Family Life System Coach and Child Development Specialist. Her approach is deeply holistic, believing that education must work hand-in-hand with the home to foster secure, well-adjusted, and emotionally intelligent children. Through coaching, she helps families strengthen their communication, values, and learning environments.

Recognition and Awards

Mrs. Adewuyi’s dedication and excellence have earned her national and international recognition, including:

• Recognition by The Guardian Newspaper as one of the CEOs of Excellence Driving Nigeria’s Growth (2022)

• Recognition by Business Day as one of Nigeria’s Notable Women in Business

These acknowledgments reflect not only her personal accomplishments but also the wide-reaching impact of her work in shaping the future of education.

Mrs. Adewuyi’s guiding belief is that every learner has unique talents and potential waiting to be discovered and nurtured. She is deeply committed to fostering inclusive, learner-centered environments that promote curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Her vision is anchored in the principle that education must prepare individuals not only for exams but for life, leadership, and service.

Olubukola Ola Adewuyi represents the gold standard in educational leadership, an inspiring blend of strategy, compassion, and excellence. She is shaping minds, reforming systems, and building bridges between tradition and innovation. As an educator, lawyer, policy influencer, and advocate for lifelong learning, she stands as a shining example of what it means to lead with purpose.