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Our Team

Franklyn Ogbidi

Franklyn Ogbidi

Managing Partner

Franklyn Ogbidi is a visionary leader and international business executive with over 30 years of experience driving growth across continents. He brings strategic insight, entrepreneurial excellence, and proven leadership to Desarrollar Sports LLC, backed by strong academic credentials in economics, global business, and international entrepreneurship.

Dr. Hakeem Tijani

Lead Partner

Dr. Hakeem Tijani (Teejay) is a visionary leader with more than 25 years of multidisciplinary experience spanning technology, marketing communications, project management, business development, media, PR, and events. He plays a key role in shaping strategy, partnerships, and thought leadership at Desarrollar Sports LLC.

Dr. Hakeem Tijani
Adebola Aguda

Adebola Aguda

Director of Digital Enablement & Experiential Strategy

Adebola Aguda leads digital enablement and experiential strategy, combining design thinking, data insight, and immersive storytelling to create powerful digital journeys and fan experiences across the Desarrollar Sports ecosystem.

Debrah Akinkuolie

Director Experimental Events

Debrah Akinkuolie is a Project Management expert with 8+ years of experience delivering seamless events and high-impact productions. With a strong background in Hospitality, Event Marketing, Communications Strategy, and Operations, she is known for flawless execution and strong client relationships. A Bowie State University Mass Communications alumna, Debrah previously worked with Live Nation and 300 Entertainment, leading teams and supporting major global music projects.

Debrah Akinkuolie

Consulting Team

Ikemefuna Mordi

Lead Consultant

Ikemefuna is a seasoned marketing, communications, and brand strategy leader with 28+ years of experience across Africa. He is known for leading high-impact communication strategies, business development initiatives, and transformative public and private sector projects.

Ikemefuna Mordi
Deji Olatoye

Deji Olatoye

Legal Adviser / Company Secretary

Deji is a senior corporate law and governance expert with deep experience in M&A, investment structuring, and regulatory advisory across Nigeria, Ghana, and francophone Africa, supporting leading banks, technology firms, and public institutions.

Olusegun Olukoya

Partner

Segun Olukoya heads the Financial Services & Payments division at NEXTZON, leading business transformation and regional expansion initiatives for banks and insurance firms across several African countries.

Olusegun Olukoya
Emmanuel

Emmanuel

Partner, Global Operations

Emmanuel is a tech founder, venture coach, and entrepreneurial scholar with deep expertise in digital payments, public-sector innovation, and venture building, driving global operations and inclusive innovation for Desarrollar Sports LLC.

Isiaka Adelaja Gbodiyan (Eazy.G)

Creative Lead

Isiaka is a versatile creative professional with a Fine Arts background and extensive experience across advertising and print media, bringing strong visual storytelling and brand design expertise to Desarrollar Sports LLC.

Isiaka Gbodiyan
Gwen Abiola-Oloke

Gwen Abiola-Oloke

Advisory Board / E&I

Gwen is an influential investment and development leader with more than 23 years of experience across Africa and the Middle East, specializing in SME finance, gender mainstreaming, and sustainable development.