Meet The Team
Our Coaches
Adeniyi Talabi
A hardworking coach who not only excels at generating solutions but creating detailed plans to execute them. A true leader born to inspire those around him.
Olayinka Ibikunle
This coach is not only talented with coming up with and creating the most amazing robots you'll ever see, he's great with children too. He uses his talents to make any classroom a fun, active, engaging session
Sunday Afariogun
A man driven to fulfill every goal he sets his eye on; from his work at GAMR, a fast growing gaming platform, to Team Nigeria's weekly checklist, he's determined for success
Tani Akinyemi
A dedicated UNILAG student and an all-rounder coach: whether a student needs help in designing an intake system or a website, we are confident in what he does.
Tireni Shobande
Everyone's favourite coach, always willing to lend a supportive smile or a helping hand or a stern warning if need be. No matter what it is, Coach Tireni has you covered.
Our Volunteers
Tofunmi Olusodo
Energetic and vibrant, one volunteer that can perform the tasks of five. From social media to programming to deadline reminders, Tofunmi's able and willing to do anything.
Our Directors
Remi Willoughby
A highly skilled, certified, and experienced educator with a broad perspective on learning. With over 30 years of successful teaching, curriculum designing, and implementing educational robotics in the classroom.
Faisal Jarmakani
Country Manager / Managing Director at Aramex Delivery Services Ltd. He's unwavering in his support of FIRST Global Challenge's Team Nigeria and is always willing to provide whatever the team needs
Omar Jarmakani
Executive Director | Board Member
Professor Soga Sofola
A cardiovascular researcher, graduate supervisor for 39 years and director of Alofos foundation, a Science and Tech NGO in Lagos Director. He has stood firmly by Team Nigeria, even making his house available for training sessions
The Students
Adetayo Kalejaiye
Known for witty comments and his obsession with all things Harry Potter. He might not be the most skilled builder, but with words and code he truly is a wizard.
Temitope Johnson
Building, video editing, technical drawing, doesn't matter what it is to Temitope Johnson, fondly called "Tjay", it is all possible. A motivational speaker in the making, he's a driving force on the team
Osadebamwen John-Nejoh
From writing lists to drafting social media posts, we truly don't know where she finds the time to do it all. An avid lover of cats and all things pink, the team appreciates everything she does
Abdulazeez Adekunle
Lover of explosions and all things technology, he's one of the most technical minds you'll ever encounter(even though you might struggle to keep up at first.)
Daanish Mehra
The "idea man" of the group and official driver, Daanish is a jack of all trades. Whether you want to discuss the NBA or Oppenheimer vs. Barbie, be prepared for an interesting conversation
Bashirat Sulaimon
The true social media enthusiast of the team. Bashirat is ready to get to know everyone! Never fails to attend meetings with other coutries and is always ready to say 'hello' to anyone she meets
Fiyinfoluwa Oluokun
Once you manage to get him away from his FIFA match, Fiyin is willing to assist you with anything. Whether it's a cascading lift getting jammed or spotting bugs in the code, he's always ready to lend a helping hand
Mojoyin Adeshina
Being the youngest of all of us doesn't make her less than the rest of us, though we're fiercely protective of her. Logo designing or extrusion tapping, our favourite princess adds her own gentle touch to everything.