09/02/2026
Meet. Dr Olajide Joseph Adebola is a medical graduate of the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria; a chartered project manager; a global digital health expert; and a Fellow of the Academy of Public Health, West Africa. He is a sports and exercise medicine practitioner with 20 years of experience. He is a graduate of Global eHealth at the University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. His career in Digital Health has spanned over 20 years, with a focus on local production of health products, mHealth, Telehealth/Telemedicine, User-Centred Design, and Health Informatics. He led the development of several national health policy documents: the National Digital Health Strategy, the National Digital Health Policy, the National Plan for Vaccine Research and Development and Local Production, and the Nigeria Olympic Committee Safeguarding Policy.
Nigerian Weight Lifting Association (2003-2006), Advisory Board member of the Commonwealth eHealth Programme of the Commonwealth eHealth Secretariat, United Kingdom (2006), National U-23 Male football team (2007-2008), World Health Organisation, Bellagio, Italy (2008). Head of the medical office at the Nationwide League One under the Nigeria Football Federation (2014 to date). Vice Chairman, Nigeria Olympic Committee / Medical and Scientific Commission (2022-till date), Project Coordinator, Local Vaccine Production at the European Union Delegation to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and ECOWAS (2023), Chairman, Safeguard Commission, Nigeria Olympic Committee (2024 till date) and currently President, Nigeria Association of Sports Medicine (NASMED), Chief Wellness Officer, takehealth Global Ltd. He was recently appointed Chairman of the Medical and Anti-Doping Commission of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) for the 2025–2028 term.
He specialises in Sports Medicine, Health, Fitness, and Wellness solutions. With a commitment to enhancing athletic performance (elite and recreational), preventing injuries, and promoting overall wellness, we offer a range of specialised programs for both elite athletes and recreational sports enthusiasts in Nigeria. Our expertise lies in designing, developing, and implementing innovative sports and exercise medicine care programs, pilot or developmental project management, and fitness consulting services. Takehealth Global Ltd is a leading provider of holistic health, fitness, and wellness solutions. We are dedicated to enhancing the overall well-being of individuals by offering high-quality, customised, integrated fitness and wellness programs and initiatives that promote a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Our team of experts integrates traditional and modern wellness approaches to help clients achieve optimal health, prevent diseases, and lead fulfilling lives.
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