Dr. Yemisi Shittu
Executive Director, Corporate Services
Development economist and policy strategist with over 20 years of experience across food systems, agricultural value chains, and nutrition economics in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Background & Career
A career defined by impact
Dr. Oluyemisi Shittu is a seasoned development economist and policy strategist whose work bridges rigorous research with policy design and institutional reform. With deep expertise in food systems, agricultural value chains, and nutrition economics, she has contributed to shaping national and regional strategies across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Key Experience
What sets them apart
20+ years in development economics and policy research
Expertise in food systems, agriculture, and nutrition economics
Senior research and advisory roles with international institutions
Led national studies on food security and agricultural productivity
Policy advisory across donor-funded and government initiatives
Areas of Expertise
Core competencies
Key Achievements
Milestones & impact
Advised donor and government programs on food security and nutrition
Contributed to national policy on agricultural productivity and food systems
Collaborated with IFPRI, USAID-funded initiatives, and Wageningen University
Strengthened evidence-based strategy for inclusive growth outcomes
Professional Philosophy
"Dr. Shittu believes that sustainable economic development must be grounded in evidence-based policy, institutional reform, and inclusive growth strategies that deliver measurable socio-economic impact."
Dr. Yemisi Shittu
Executive Director, Corporate Services
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