Life After Abuse Foundation honors fathers and male champions driving its mission forward
Life After Abuse Foundation (LAAF), a nonprofit dedicated to providing free psychosocial support, counseling, and advocacy for boys and men affected by abuse and trauma, today honors a distinguished group of fathers, leaders, and allies whose support has strengthened its mission throughout the year.
As part of its Father’s Week appreciation initiative, LAAF recognizes fathers for their guidance, partnership, and commitment to advancing men’s mental health, policy reform, and male survivor advocacy.
As we reflect on the power of positive male influence, we recognise these remarkable men who have used their voices, platforms, resources, and leadership to champion conversations around emotional wellbeing, healthy masculinity, family values, and social transformation.
Their contributions represent more than support for an organisation, they represent a commitment to building a world where individuals, especially boys and men, have access to healing, dignity, support, and opportunities to thrive.
“These men have shown up for our work in ways that go far beyond a title,” said Halima Layeni, Executive Director and Founder of Life After Abuse Foundation” Their belief in this mission, and their willingness to stand publicly for boys and men who have suffered in silence, is the reason we have been able to grow our reach and impact. We honor them not just as supporters, but as fathers in every sense of the word.”
Honorees
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu — Executive Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria
Taiwo Odukoya — Founding Senior Pastor, The Fountain of Life Church
Bolade Daranijo — Executive Chairman, Sinbol Group; Board Chair, LSETF; Board Chair, Life After Abuse Foundation
Michael Roberts — Private Cybercrime Investigator; CEO, Stingforce
Larry DeMarco — Executive Manager, International Council for Men and Boys
Jubril Gbajabiamila — Chairman, Board Member, Management Consultant, Transaction Adviser
Hon. Abiodun Orekoya — Member, Lagos State House of Assembly, Somolu I
Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende — Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development
David Kernohan — Men’s Grief and Identity Mentor; Founder, Mentoring Through the Gaze
Mark Brooks — OBE; Senior Policy and Communications Adviser on Men’s Health, Inclusion and Domestic Abuse (UK); Chair of Trustees, ManKind Initiative
Tony Nikolic — Australian Solicitor; Principal, AFL Solicitors; Civil, Human Rights and Family Law Advocate
Oba Sulaiman Owolabi — Olu of Iwaya
Dr. Chinonso Fidelis — Medical Doctor and Health Influencer known as “Aproko Doctor”; Founder, Healthy Brands and 100K Club
Joshua Morakinyo — Broadcast Journalist
Prof. Fatai Adesina Badru — Professor of Social Work, University of Lagos
Ben Arikpo — Psychologist and Special Needs Practitioner
Oluwatosin Affinnih — Spirit-Life Mentor and Family Counselling Specialist
Dr. Tolu Ajomale — Public Health Physician; Head of Special Projects and Mental Health, Lagos State Ministry of Health
Dr. Dami Adeyemi-Levites — Healthcare Finance and Technology Professional
Kelechi Anyalechi — Family Life Strategist
Joel Uzamere — Fitness and Wellness Consultant; CEO, Institute of Exercise Professionals
Will Baptiste — Men’s Wholeness Coach; Founder, Rising Men Alliance
Kingsley Obom-Egbulem — Media and Communication Specialist; Co-Founder, Compassionate Care and Recovery Initiative
Olayinka Olonode — Finance and Investment Expert; CEO, Penny Lender Lily
Jide Ogunleye — Founder, Ritemate Technologies
Idris Mubarak — Digital Development Advocate
Solomon Dalung — Former Nigerian Minister of Youth and Sports (2015–2019)
Mayowa Adeniran — Journalist; CEO, Development News Network
Ohi Odiah — Journalist, Arise News Correspondent; CEO, Ohibaba
Kyle Toon — Liberation Social Worker
Kemmal Onuoha — CEO, Sparq Creations; Founder, The Kemmal Onuoha Company
Joseph Adewole — Founder, JoeyAkinloye Consults; Lead Facilitator, Nehemiah Protege Foundation
Ebenezar Wikina — Policy Advocate; Founder, Policy Shapers
Kunle Osunkunle — Finance Expert
Taiwo Akinlami — Child Safeguarding Advocate; Founder, Taiwo Akinlami Academy
Rotimi Aroge — Managing Director/CEO, Global Foremost Impressions Ltd.; Road Safety and Mental Health Advocate; Founder, GRA Empowerment Foundation
Jeremiah Okpako — Business Development Strategist
Ayo Odusolu — Business Development Expert
Dr. Adetunji Ojo — Medical Practitioner
Diondre Johnson — Fatherhood and Mental Health Champion; Founder and Lead Creator, DMS Studios
Sivam Valeutham — President, Voice of Men 360
George Ikoli-Spiff — IT Consultant; Convener, Man2Man Series
The Life After Abuse Foundation acknowledges that progress in mental health advocacy and abuse prevention requires collective action. These fathers of impact demonstrate the importance of men actively participating in creating safer homes, stronger families, and healthier communities.
Through their support, they have helped amplify the message that seeking help is a sign of strength, healing is possible, and every person deserves compassion and support.
The Foundation extends its deepest appreciation to every individual recognised. Your commitment continues to inspire a generation and contributes to a future where conversations around male abuse, trauma, and mental health are met with understanding rather than silence.
About Life After Abuse Foundation
Life After Abuse Foundation provides free psychosocial support, counseling, and advocacy for boys and men affected by abuse and trauma. Through policy engagement, public education, and direct support services, LAAF works to dismantle the silence surrounding male victimization and to build a more gender-inclusive approach to healing.
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Bola Daniel – [email protected] – www, laafng.org