From cardboard forts to a lifelong spirit of adventure— I now use technology to support every child’s “I want to try!”

Where did you grow up, and how has that experience shaped your perspective?: I grew up in Lagos, Nigeria. Seeing people live with strength and resilience taught me to hold on to hope even in difficult times—and to believe in the power of community.
What languages do you speak, and how has language shaped your relationships with others?: I speak English and Yoruba. I believe that even when we don’t share a language, compassion and curiosity can still connect us at the heart level.
What part of your background or identity do you value most?: I believe deeply in the idea that every child deserves a chance. Education is a power everyone should have—it’s a way to change the future.
What childhood memory still makes you smile?: Spending hours with my friends in a cardboard “secret base” we built ourselves. It reminds me that with imagination, we can create a whole world anywhere.
What three words describe you best?: Positive, collaborative, creative.
What did you study, and why did you choose that field?: I studied Educational Technology because I wanted to use technology to make learning more fun and open the door to a bigger world for children.
If you could take one class again—or create your own—what would it be?: I’d love to create a “Future Invention Workshop,” where children use their ideas to solve real-world challenges.
How do you build trust with children when meeting them for the first time?: I start by smiling a lot. Then, I take a genuine interest in what each child loves and listen closely to their stories.
What do you think children can teach adults?: Children remind us how to face challenges without fear of failure, and how to see each day with fresh eyes and excitement.
What does a “successful session” mean to you?: It’s when a child says, “I want to do more!”—and you can see their learning expand from within.
If you could learn something alongside your students, what would it be, and why?: I’d love to learn programming with them. Understanding technology will be essential in solving future problems.
What topic do you wish you could have learned as a child—even outside of school or home?: I wish someone had told me, “Small failures are big chances to grow.” I would’ve stopped chasing perfection so early.
Have you ever felt a sense of discomfort or conflict as you grew into adulthood?: Yes—realizing that opportunities are not equal wherever you go. That’s why I want to help create more chances through education.