Mrs. Olufunke Temilade Adesola is an outstanding educational leader and a seasoned administrator. She has conributed over 26 years to the push to transform  early childhood and primary education in Nigeria. Combining deep subject-matter expertise in statistics and mathematics with strategic institutional leadership, she has consistently raised academic standards, optimized school operations and nurtured generations of young learners.

Earlier in her career, she  gained valuable analytical experience as an Assistant Executive Officer (Statistics) at the Agriculture & Rural Management Training Institute (ARMTI) and as an Audit Assistant with Balogun Badejo & Co. She began her teaching career at Salvation International School, Lagos in 2000. In that school she eventually held many leadership positions including Head of Mathematics Department and Head of Nursery. In these roles, she contributed to curriculum development, teacher training, staff supervision, recruitment, performance assessment and the improvement of teaching and learning outcomes.

She subsequently joined Corona School, Apapa, where she served as a Numeracy Teacher and Head of the Numeracy Department. During her tenure, she demonstrated strong operational and managerial capabilities, contributing to a reported 15% increase in operating profits and operational productivity of 85%. She also coordinated departmental programmes, developed teaching resources, supervised instructional delivery and supported the professional development of colleagues.

Mrs. Adesola’s solid academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Statistics from the University of Ilorin, a National Diploma in Mathematics & Statistics from The Polytechnic, Ibadan and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) from the University of Lagos, where she is also completing her Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Guidance and Counseling. Certified by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) and a registered student of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), her dedication to excellence has been recognized with numerous honors, including the Overall Best Teaching Staff Award at Salvation International School. Olufunke Temilade Adesola remains a trailblazing educator and transformative leader whose contributions continue to shape the future of African education.

Driven by her vision for quality education and effective school leadership, Olufunke established Terre D’Or School, Lagos, in 2014 where she serves as School Owner and Chief Learning Officer. Under her leadership, she oversees staff recruitment and development, school administration, academic quality assurance, stakeholder engagement and institutional improvement. She also promotes community development and works to create an environment in which teachers can thrive and children can reach their full potential.

Beyond her professional achievements, Olufunke is passionate about equitable access to education. She believes that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, develop critical-thinking skills and succeed, irrespective of background or financial circumstances. Her commitment to nurturing young minds, empowering educators and strengthening educational institutions distinguishes her as a dedicated contributor to the education sector.

Olufunke Temilade Adesola represents the values of educational excellence, visionary leadership, professional dedication and service to society. Her sustained contributions to teaching, school management and child development make her a deserving candidate for recognition for her impact on education and the lives of learners.

It is in recognition of her Sterling Accomplishments in the Development, Management and Delivery of Quality Education in Nigeria that Mrs. Olufunke Temilade Adesola is deemed worthy to be conferred with the Woman of Merit Gold Award.