oluwatoni akinola

I am a public health professional with a rich background in microbiological laboratory research and infectious disease control. Having served as a Technical Assistant (Policy) to the Director General at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, I have contributed significantly to health security initiatives and policy development in Nigeria.

As the founder of The Student’s Friend, a youth development initiative, I leverage my experiences to mentor and guide students and early career professionals. Through @thestudentsfriend on Instagram, I host regular live sessions featuring professionals from various fields, providing valuable insights into their academic and career journeys.

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Navigating your academics & Career

I wrote a short guide with advice that’s crosscutting, touching on identity, purpose, goals, comparison, friendships, confidence, skills, character, money and more. I hope you find something that helps you keep going.

On any day, outside of giving my time to my work and mentorship, you might find me spending time with family, laughing, sending memes to my friends, pinning ideas on Pinterest, finding and listening to music, reading and writing.

Debatable, but I think I have spent the most part of my life studying! I graduated with a Master of Science degree in Control of Infectious Diseases from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

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Mentorship

Feeling stuck on your academic and career journey? Are you struggling to find clarity, guidance, accountability, or need a push in the right direction? Let's work together to navigate your journey with confidence and purpose.

Research

Overwhelmed by the demands of your role and unable to focus on your scientific research and writing? Let me help you take these crucial tasks off your plate. With my expertise in scientific research and writing, I can transform your ideas into impactful, well-crafted documents, giving you the freedom to concentrate on what you do best.

Guest writing & speaking

Is your publication or event missing a spark? I bring passion and expertise in public health and youth development to every project. Whether through writing or speaking, I'm here to share my knowledge, experiences, and energy with your audience. Let's collaborate and make your next publication or event even more impactful.

Do you need a mentor?

The Student's Friend

Need Help Achieving Your Academic and Career Goals?

How can a mentor help me?

Your assigned mentor will help you clarify your interests, create a roadmap to reach your goals, share valuable insights from their own experiences, and support you in achieving your aspirations.

How to start your mentorship journey

You can choose to work with me by selecting a mentorship plan for either 7 weeks or 6 months (see the Work With Me tab).

Alternatively, explore The Student's Friend website to find a mentorship plan that suits you. There, you will have access to other mentors who may better align to your field and goals.

To get started, visit the Contact Us tab on the website to leave a message of interest. We accept mentees year-round in our free (limited slots) and paid packages.

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Dream

Storytime: From studying Biomedical Science in the UK to working in Public Health in Nigeria (I)

Recently, I saw a post by Ken Coleman about a twelve-year-old who would typically get in trouble for doodling in class, now an illustrator with a signed Nike deal. Amazing right? T

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