PROFILE OF THE ACTING NATIONAL COMMANDER MAN O WAR NIGERIA, DNC ADEDAMOLA GBENGA EMMANUEL mipm.
DNC Adedamola Gbenga Emmanuel, affectionately known as Onileayo among his peers, was born approximately four decades ago. He embarked on his academic journey at the esteemed University of Ife, Ile-Ife, where he obtained an Honours degree in History in 2010. Continuing his pursuit of knowledge, he pursued a Masters degree in Peace and Security Studies at Ekiti State University and a Master of Arts in History at the University of Abuja. Adedamola is a distinguished graduate member of the Institute of Peace, Security & Governance (IPSG), as well as the Institute of Public Management (IPM). Additionally, he is a member of the Students Historical Society of Nigeria.
Prince Adedamola Gbenga Emmanuel, often referred to as PAGE, is a multifaceted individual with diverse professional roles. He serves as the founder and CEO of the Centre for Peace and Community Repositioning (CEPCOR) and holds the position of Executive Director at PAGE Global Resources Ltd. Furthermore, he currently serves as the project Director of DOBANK Global Concept Ltd. Adedamola also contributes to the political landscape as a Senior Legislative Assistant to the Senate President, until his appointment, he was the Deputy National Commander Admin and Logistics Man O War Nigeria and currently holds the position of acting National Commander of Man O War Nigeria.
Adedamolas commitment to community service and youth empowerment is evident in his extensive involvement in various organizations and leadership roles. He has served as the C-in-C of the Man O War Club at Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, as well as the State President and later State Commander of Man O War in Ekiti State, National Secretary General Man O War Nigeria National Headquarters Abuja. His dedication to youth advocacy is further demonstrated through his roles as Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Ekiti State Chapter, and Secretary General of the National Youth Council of Nigeria.
Throughout his academic years, Adedamola demonstrated exemplary leadership as the Founder & Pioneer Coordinator of the Anti-Cultism Campaign Team (ACCT) in 2005 and as President of the Students Historical Society of Nigeria in the same year. He has also held various leadership positions within student organizations, including President of the Celestial Church of Christ, Students Parish, Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, and President of the Ado Ekiti Students Union, Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo.
Adedamolas contributions extend beyond his immediate community, as evidenced by his participation in committees focused on youth policy development and sports summit planning in Ekiti State. He has attended numerous workshops and seminars, covering topics ranging from voter education to civic engagement and electoral processes.
As a researcher, Adedamola has undertaken studies on issues pertinent to society, including the attitudes of students towards learning history and the challenges faced by private security companies in Southwest Nigeria.
Adedamola Gbenga Emmanuel (PAGE) is not only dedicated to his professional endeavors but also to his family. He is married and blessed with children, embodying the values of commitment, service, and leadership both in his personal and professional life.