SOO-DAWI Appoints Dr. Oyebisi Taiwo to Advance Africa’s Diabetes Care

Stella Oludinanwa Ogbaegbe Diabetes Awareness and Wellness Initiative (SOO-DAWI), a non-profit organization dedicated to combating the growing diabetes epidemic in Africa, has appointed Dr. Oyebisi Taiwo A. (FCIHRSM) to its Advisory Board.

Dr. Oyebisi, a globally recognised transformative executive leader, organisational behaviorist, and psychologist with over two decades of experience, brings unparalleled expertise in public sector governance, business strategy, human capital development, and social innovation to SOO-DAWI’s critical mission.

Dr. Oyebisi’s career is marked by a distinguished reputation as a catalyst for growth and sustainable impact across education, government, non-profit, and corporate sectors. As the Chief Operating Officer of the Centre for Public Sector Governance (CPSG), she drives strategic operations, institutional reform initiatives, and governance innovation across Africa, enhancing transparency, accountability, and operational excellence in public institutions. Her leadership extends to founding Comperio Consult, a consulting firm delivering bespoke business strategy and corporate academy development, and her D2D (Dream to Delivery) initiative, which offers end-to-end solutions for scalable execution. Her personal philosophy, “Nothing dies in my hands,” embodies her dedication to nurturing growth and transformation in every endeavor.

SOO-DAWI was founded on a deeply personal commitment to bridge healthcare gaps and ensure equitable access to preventive education, awareness, early diagnosis, support, and affordable care for individuals in low-resource settings across Africa. This includes reaching those without smartphones, internet connectivity, financial resources, or residing in rural areas. The urgency of SOO-DAWI’s mission is underscored by alarming statistics: over 24 million adults in Africa currently live with diabetes, a number projected to more than double to 55 million by 2045, with 54% of cases undiagnosed. Diabetes is now a leading cause of amputations and vision loss in Nigeria, and families often bear immense financial burdens, spending up to 25% of their household income on related expenses.

“We are incredibly honored and excited to welcome Dr. Oyebisi Taiwo A. to our Advisory Board,” said Amaka Ogbaegbe, Co-Founder of SOO-DAWI.

“Her unparalleled expertise in leadership, strategic development, and psychology aligns perfectly with our belief that improving health outcomes extends beyond medicine to encompass policy, governance, behavior, and systems. Her insight into human behavior, institutional integrity, and policy frameworks will be invaluable as we work to transform diabetes care and accessibility across Africa, particularly for our most vulnerable populations.”

On her appointment, Dr. Oyebisi stated, “I am deeply moved by SOO-DAWI’s mission and its dedication to addressing such a critical health challenge in Africa. The statistics on undiagnosed diabetes and its devastating impact are a call to action. I look forward to contributing my strategic input, advocating for impactful policy changes, connecting with key stakeholders and funders, and leveraging my voice to advance SOO-DAWI’s vital work in communities that need it most. Together, we can make a tangible and lasting difference in the lives of millions.”

As an Advisory Board member, Dr. Oyebisi will provide crucial strategic input on healthcare initiatives, advocate for policy changes that enhance diabetes care and accessibility, connect SOO-DAWI with key health organizations, policymakers, and funders, and contribute to thought leadership that shapes public perception and response to diabetes across the continent. Her role will be pivotal in helping SOO-DAWI scale its innovative, community-based solutions and sustain its impact.

SOO-DAWI focuses on bridging healthcare gaps and ensuring access to preventive education, awareness, early diagnosis, support, and affordable care for those in low-resource settings, particularly individuals without smartphones, internet connectivity, or financial resources, and those residing in rural areas.