Oluwatobi Oseni is a seasoned learning specialist and policy advisor with a strong track record of driving digital equity and inclusive education across Africa. His work spans global organizations such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), Code.org, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), Facebook(now Meta), and Microsoft Nigeria. Through initiatives like #Code2Earn, he has trained over 26,000 individuals in coding, equipping them with essential digital skills for the modern economy.
Most recently, Oluwatobi served as a Policy Advisor on Technology and Education in the Governor’s Office in Imo State, Nigeria, where he focused on integrating digital learning into the state's education system. As a Chevening Scholar, he holds an MA in International Education and Development from the University of Sussex, with research centered on leveraging assistive technology for inclusive education in the Global South.
His expertise has been recognized by UNESCO, where he is a designated expert within its Inclusive Policy Lab. Additionally, he is a Clinton Global Initiative University Scholar and an active contributor to Chatham House’s Common Futures Conversations, engaging in high-level discussions on policy innovation.
Beyond education, Oluwatobi is a key player in digital finance and cross-border trade through his work with Payshiga and Ojah. He is actively involved in driving the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by enabling seamless digital payments and e-commerce for businesses across Africa. Through these platforms, he is fostering financial inclusion, supporting over 1,300 businesses in processing payments, and facilitating cross-border commerce to unlock Africa’s trade potential.
Oluwatobi is deeply committed to leveraging technology as a tool for economic and social transformation, bridging gaps in education, finance, and policy across the continent.