GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
Governing Council & Board of Directors
Sulaiman Shado Schools is governed by a highly experienced and diverse Governing Council comprising professionals from the fields of education, finance, business management, public administration, information technology, health sciences, and Islamic scholarship. The Council provides strategic direction, policy guidance, oversight, and accountability to ensure that the school remains faithful to its mission of delivering quality Islamic and Western education.
The Board is committed to preserving the legacy of the school's founder while positioning the institution for sustainable growth, educational excellence, and future relevance.
BOARD LEADERSHIP
Alhaji Afunku Shamsideen Oladele
Chairman, Governing Council
Alhaji Afunku Shamsideen Oladele is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and Managing Partner of Dele Afunku & Company (Chartered Accountants). He serves on the boards of several reputable Islamic organizations and tertiary institutions.
Following the demise of his wife, the founder of Sulaiman Shado Schools, he assumed leadership of the Board of Trustees and has remained committed to preserving and advancing the school's vision, values, and legacy.
Alhaji Afunku S. Oladele
Chairman, Governing Council
"Preserving and advancing the school's vision, values, and legacy."
ADVISORY COUNCIL
Independent Board Members
Distinguished professionals and external advisers offering specialized counsel across educational policy, moral growth, community development, and school operations.
Dr. Munirudeen Salaudeen Ar-Riyady
Islamic Education & Strategic Development Adviser
Dr. Munirudeen Salaudeen Ar-Riyady is a renowned Nigerian Islamic scholar, educator, author, and public speaker. He is a Lecturer in the Department of Foreign Languages at Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) and Founder of Zamzam Islamic Academy, Sango-Ota, Ogun State. His wealth of experience in Islamic scholarship, education, leadership, and mentorship contributes significantly to the school's academic and moral development.
Areas of Expertise
Alhaja Balikis Abdulateef
Education Policy & Quality Assurance Adviser
Alhaja Balikis Abdulateef is a seasoned educationist and Director of Education with the Lagos State Ministry of Education. A trained Biologist and experienced education administrator, she provides expert guidance on curriculum implementation, educational policy, quality assurance, teacher development, and school improvement initiatives.
Areas of Expertise
Alhaji Abdullahi Azeem
Business Development & Sustainability Adviser
Alhaji Abdullahi Azeem is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Westland Option, an Agro-Allied Company. He brings extensive experience in entrepreneurship, corporate governance, business management, financial sustainability, and strategic growth planning.
Areas of Expertise
Engr. Saheed Ibraheem
Guidance, Counseling & Community Relations Adviser
Engr. Saheed Ibraheem is an educationist, Islamic scholar, counselor, and consultant. He provides valuable advisory support in the areas of student development, counseling, leadership mentoring, stakeholder engagement, and Islamic ethics.
Areas of Expertise
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
PTA Representatives
Facilitating robust communication between the parent community and the Governing Council to support student well-being and institutional progress.
Mrs. Zarinat Adegbite-Obasa
PTA Representative
Mrs. Zarinat Adegbite-Obasa is a Computer Scientist and Lecturer at Ansar-Ud-Deen College of Education. As a PTA representative, she serves as a bridge between parents and the school while contributing her expertise in technology, education, and stakeholder engagement.
Areas of Expertise
Hajia Badru Qudrah Iyabode
PTA Representative
Hajia Badru Qudrah Iyabode is a Nutritionist with the Federal Government of Nigeria. She possesses considerable experience in institutional standards, public health, quality control, and regulatory compliance. She represents the interests of parents while promoting professionalism and best practices.
Areas of Expertise
LEADERSHIP & OPERATIONS
School Directors
Guiding board oversight and supporting the long-term governance structure of the school.
Alhaji Prince Olarewaju Shado
Director
Alhaji Prince Olarewaju Shado is a retired civil servant whose extensive experience in public administration and governance continues to support the strategic direction and development of the institution.
Mr. Shado Lawal A.
Director
Mr. Shado Lawal A. contributes to the governance, oversight, and long-term development of the institution, ensuring continuity of the school's mission and objectives.
Mr. Shado Ismail Olajide
Principal & Executive Director
Mr. Shado Ismail Olajide serves as the Principal and Executive Director of Sulaiman Shado Schools. He is an educationist, Human Resource Management professional, ICT enthusiast, and business administrator with over a decade of leadership experience in the telecommunications sector.
He provides operational leadership for the school and oversees strategic implementation, educational management, staff development, process improvement, technology integration, and institutional growth.
Core Competencies
COMMITMENT & TRUST
Our Governance Commitment
The Governing Council remains committed to safeguarding the foundation established by the founders, guiding educational pathways, and ensuring that every student excels in faith, character, and knowledge.
Founding Vision
Upholding the founding vision and values of Sulaiman Shado Schools.
Educational Excellence
Promoting excellence in Islamic and Western education.
Oversight & Accountability
Ensuring accountability, transparency, and sound governance.
Continuous Improvement
Supporting continuous school improvement and innovation.
Sustainable Growth
Providing strategic oversight for sustainable growth.
Holistic Mentorship
Nurturing future leaders equipped with knowledge, character, and faith.
KNOWLEDGE TOWARDS IBADAH
Nurturing future leaders equipped with both secular knowledge and faith for spiritual devotion and excellence.