Ladipo Abiose Akolade

Ladipo Abiose Akolade
Born
Ladipo Abiose Akolade

Ikorodu, Lagos State
CitizenshipNigerian
OccupationsNonprofit executive, speaker
Known forGamblePause Initiative Africa

Ladipo Abiose Akolade (born 25 August 1991), is a Nigerian nonprofit executive and advocate known for his works in addressing gambling-related harm and promoting responsible and safer gaming across Africa.[1]

Born on 25 August 1991 in Ikorodu, Lagos State. He is the founder of GamblePause Initiative Africa where he launched what has been described as Nigeria's first free gambling rehabilitation centre in Lagos.[2]

As a speaker, Akolade has spoken at major events such as ICE in Barcelona, Spain, iGB Live in London, and the University of Bristol, United Kingdom.[3][4]

References

  1. ^ Akinyemi, Bioluwatife (2026-01-13). "A Voice for Safer Gaming in Africa: Ladipo Abiose Akolade". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  2. ^ "Meet Ladipo Abiose Akolade: A Story Shaped by Experience and Responsibility". Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  3. ^ "GamblePause Initiative Launches Nigeria's First Free Gambling Rehabilitation Centre – THISDAYLIVE". This Day. Retrieved 2026-01-18.
  4. ^ "Lived Experience: A Story That Drives Recovery". University of Bristol.