Medical Doctor · Youth Policy Strategist · Governance Leader
Dr. Azeezat
Yishawu
“Shaping Policy. Strengthening Institutions.
Empowering Young People.”
A distinguished career at the intersection of government, civic leadership and international development driving initiatives that promote inclusive governance, strengthen institutions and expand opportunities for young people across Nigeria and beyond.
1st
Female Speaker, Nigerian Youth Parliament
SSA
Youth Policy, Federal Ministry of Youth Development
4+
High-level international forums representing Nigeria
2
Founded initiatives — Safebodi & Constitution Lab
A Voice for the Next Generation
From the chamber of the Youth Parliament to the heart of national policy.
Dr. Yishawu made history as the first female Speaker of the Nigerian Youth Parliament, leading legislative engagement among young leaders nationwide. Today, as Senior Special Assistant on Youth Policy, Development and Analysis at the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, she designs and drives the initiatives shaping Nigeria's youth agenda.
- Security-focused town halls convened across twenty states
- First dialogue between young people and political parties ahead of the 2023 elections
- Represented Nigeria at UNCAC, UN Women, CHOGM and the IVLP
Young people should not simply inherit the future — they should actively shape it.
Her mission: governance that is transparent, accountable and inclusive — where every citizen, especially young people and women, has a meaningful voice in national development.
Read Her VisionAreas of Focus
Where expertise meets impact.
Youth Policy & Governance
Public Policy Analysis
Legislative Engagement
Democratic Governance
Gender Equality & Women's Political Participation
Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement