The HerStory Women
HEALTHCARE & MEDICINE
Dr. Adedunmola Oluwo
Medical Doctor, Entrepreneur, e-Health Manager
Dr. Adedunmola Oluwo
Dr. Adedunmola Oluwo, fondly known as Dr. Dedun, is a medical doctor, entrepreneur, and mentor committed to empowering individuals through healthcare, personal development, and business. With a strong passion for transformation, she draws from her own journey of resilience to inspire and uplift others.
Key Achievements
- Founded four businesses at 17 while studying medicine
- Created a Dr Dedun mentorship programme to empower young professionals
Dr. Funmi Adewara
Founder & CEO, Mobihealth International
Dr. Funmi Adewara
Dr. Funmi Adewara is a British-Nigerian physician, bioscience entrepreneur, and award-winning telehealth pioneer. As the Founder and CEO of Mobihealth International, she is leading Africa’s telemedicine revolution, providing virtual access to local and global doctors to bridge healthcare gaps across the continent.
Key Achievements
- Founder & CEO of Mobihealth International, pioneering Africa’s telemedicine revolution and impacting over 200,000 lives with the goal to reach 1 million patients annually
- Launched Africa’s first telehealth services within the Nigerian Air Force
- Recognised by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Forbes and the World Bank for her contributions to digital health and healthcare accessibility in Africa
Dr. Olayemi Dawodu
Anatomic & Molecular Pathologist MD/CEO, Lancet Nigeria
Dr. Olayemi Dawodu
Dr. Olayemi O. Dawodu is an Anatomic and Molecular Pathologist with over 20 years of experience in clinical and administrative healthcare roles. She holds an M.B.B.S. from the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, and fellowships in Anatomic and Molecular Pathology from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria and the West African College of Physicians. She is also an alumna of the Said Business School, University of Oxford, and has a certification in Leadership and Management in Health from the University of Washington, USA.
Key Achievements
- Consultant in Anatomic Pathology with a special focus on female genital tract pathology, molecular pathology, and endocrine pathology, providing expert diagnostics in clinical settings
- Trained in Anatomic and Molecular Pathology with fellowships from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria and the West African College of Physicians
- Senior Lecturer in Anatomic Pathology at the University of Lagos
- A prolific researcher and contributor to national and international pathology journals
- Actively involved in Nigeria’s National Accreditation System and a key member of the “Health as a Business” Committee of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group
- Mentor with WimBiz, supporting female entrepreneurs and advocating for women’s empowerment, particularly through Rising Tide Africa
- An alumna of Said Business School, University of Oxford, and holds certifications in Leadership and Management in Health from the University of Washington, USA.
Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu
Founder, Medicaid Cancer Foundation Chairperson, First Ladies against Cancer Nigeria
Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu
Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a paediatrician, cancer advocate, and global health leader dedicated to fighting cancer in Africa. As Founder of Medicaid Cancer Foundation (MCF) and Chairperson of First Ladies Against Cancer (FLAC), she has played a critical role in increasing cancer awareness, early detection, and treatment accessibility.
Key Achievements
- Founder of Medicaid Cancer Foundation (MCF) and Chairperson of First Ladies Against Cancer (FLAC)
- Three-term board member of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)
- First African President-elect of UICC (2023), poised to drive global cancer policy reforms
- Senior Adviser on Women’s Health and Cancer Advocacy to Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health
- Actively involved in Nigeria’s National Cancer Control Plan, Cervical Cancer Technical Working Group, and the Global Breast Cancer Initiative by WHO
Kemi DaSilva-Ibru
Founder, WARIF (Women at Risk International Foundation)
Kemi DaSilva-Ibru
Dr. Kemi DaSilva-Ibru is a physician, social advocate, and global leader in the fight against gender-based violence. As Founder of the Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF), she has built one of Nigeria’s foremost organisations addressing sexual violence, providing medical, legal, and psychological support for survivors.
Key Achievements
- Founder of the Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF), one of Nigeria’s leading organisations providing comprehensive support for survivors of sexual violence.
- Global leader in the fight against gender-based violence, combining her expertise in obstetrics and gynaecology with activism to address systemic barriers.
- Named to the Forbes 50 Over 50 EMEA List (2024) and delivered a widely acclaimed TED Talk on the "shadow pandemic" of gender-based violence.
- Currently completing a PhD in gender-based violence at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, shaping policy reforms and community initiatives.
Nkemakonam Ijeh
Psychologist, Resilience Nest
Nkemakonam Ijeh
Nkemakonam Linda Ijeh is a clinical psychologist, activist, and curator of safe spaces, deeply committed to trauma healing and resilience. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, she understands the profound impact of trauma on identity, self-worth, and trust. Her personal healing journey led her to create spaces where others can reclaim their voices and rebuild their lives.
Key Achievements
- Founder of survivor support networks for those affected by childhood sexual abuse, providing vital resources and care
- Creator of safe spaces for individuals, especially women of culture, to process trauma and heal
- Clinical Psychologist with a trauma-informed approach
- Contributor to Share Your Story of Resilience, sharing her personal journey of overcoming childhood trauma and empowering others to heal
Tola Sunmonu-Balogun
Partner, McKinsey
Tola Sunmonu-Balogun
Tola Sunmonu-Balogun is an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, specializing in public health with a focus on Women’s health. She leads McKinsey’s healthcare work in Nigeria, where she works with a range of clients across public and private sector to developed and implemented innovative service delivery models aimed at improving access to primary health, especially for underserved communities.
Key Achievements
- Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, leading healthcare initiatives across Nigeria, with a special focus on women’s health and access to primary care
- Spearheaded innovative service delivery models that have improved healthcare access for underserved communities
- Designed and executed major public health strategies to enhance primary healthcare facilities, healthcare workforce development, and maternal health services
- Holds an MBA from Wharton (University of Pennsylvania) and a BSc in Economics from Stanford University