Oba Sangode Oladipupo — Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Elders of Ijoko Agba Foundation
Oba Sangode Oladipupo is a respected humanitarian leader, entrepreneur, and security professional committed to improving lives and strengthening communities. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, with family roots in Ijebu-Imusin, Ogun State, Oba Sangode completed his early education in Lagos before pursuing higher education in the United States. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, majoring in Homeland Security, from American Intercontinental University, Schaumburg, Illinois.
His professional journey began in sports administration and athlete development. He founded the Nigerian Professional Powerlifting Federation, demonstrating vision and organizational leadership at a national level. His contributions to the sport extended across borders when he was elected First Secretary-General of the Africa Powerlifting Federation in South Africa, helping establish governance and growth structures for the sport continent-wide.
Transitioning from sport to business and philanthropy, Oba Sangode established the Elders of Ijoko Agba Foundation to provide sustainable support, advocacy, and empowerment for the elderly, widows, and disadvantaged groups. Under his leadership the foundation focuses on direct relief, skills training, community health initiatives, and targeted welfare programs that create measurable impact.
In addition to his charitable work, he is an accomplished entrepreneur and principal of private companies providing diversified services, including:
- DFS Global Ventures Nigeria Ltd
- Odoipele Global Ventures Nigeria Ltd
Balancing entrepreneurship and public service, Oba Sangode is also a licensed security professional in the United States — a State of Tennessee Licensed Armed Protection Officer — with formal certifications in Armed Guarding and Private Protective Services. His combined background in security, management, and community work positions him as a pragmatic, results-oriented leader who values integrity, dignity, and sustainable outcomes.
Oba Sangode is married with children and maintains active ties between Nigeria and the U.S. He is available for speaking engagements, strategic partnerships, and philanthropic collaborations.
Contact: Oladipuposangode1@gmail.com
Olori Ola Sangode — General Secretary, Elders of Ijoko Agba Foundation
Olori Ola Sangode is an accomplished professional, humanitarian advocate, and administrative leader whose work reflects compassion, dedication, and a commitment to community upliftment. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, she completed her primary and secondary education in Lagos before earning a B.Sc. in Geography with a specialization in Environmental Management from Lagos State University, Ojo.
With a strong interest in human welfare and community development, she further obtained NVQ Levels 2 & 3 in Adult Social Care, strengthening her expertise in caregiving, support services, and vulnerable-group management.
Olori Ola currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Sweet Sensation, where she plays a key role in employee recruitment, workforce development, and organizational growth. In addition, she is the General Secretary of the Elders of Ijoko Agba Foundation, working alongside her husband, Oba Oladipupo Sangode, the founder of the foundation and an indigene of Ijebu-Imusin, Ogun State.
Together, they also co-manage:
- Odoipele Global Ventures Nigeria Ltd
- DFS Global Ventures Nigeria Ltd
A devoted wife and mother, Olori Ola Sangode is passionate about service to humanity, especially in areas concerning elderly care, community welfare, and empowerment initiatives. Her leadership, empathy, and organizational skill continue to shape the foundation’s mission and impact.
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