Wahab Opeyemi Badmus

History and Diplomatic Studies Graduate | AI Governance & Policy Researcher

Ijagun, NG.

About

Highly analytical History and Diplomatic Studies graduate with a strong research background in African political economy and international relations, now pivoting expertise towards AI Governance and Public Policy. Proven ability to conduct independent research, analyze complex geopolitical dynamics, and articulate policy implications for equitable global governance, particularly regarding the Global South. Seeking to leverage a unique interdisciplinary perspective to contribute to the critical conversation on AI regulation and its societal impact.

Work

The Visionnaires

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Director of Research and Development

Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria

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Summary

Directed the organization's research output, leveraging expertise from geopolitical analysis to produce impactful briefings and manage knowledge for civic education and community programs.

Highlights

Led the organization's research output, drawing on extensive experience from the Africa & Global Power blog to shape strategic insights and content development.

Produced comprehensive briefings and research papers on education, finance, and development, strategically timed to align with international awareness days for maximum impact.

Oversaw knowledge management initiatives, enhancing support for the organization's civic education and community programs to improve accessibility and engagement.

Kectil Organisation

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Member

International, Global, XX

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Summary

Participated in a global youth leadership network spanning over 50 countries, engaging in online forums and completing monthly assignments on governance and leadership themes.

Highlights

Engaged with a global youth leadership network spanning over 50 countries, contributing to international discourse on governance and leadership.

Actively participated in online forums, collaborating with peers on critical leadership development initiatives and sharing diverse perspectives.

Completed monthly assignments focused on governance and leadership themes, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional growth and global civic engagement.

Africa & Global Power

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Founder & Analyst

Online, Global, XX

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Summary

Founded and led an independent research blog focused on African geopolitics, international affairs, and the politics of technology, providing critical analysis on power dynamics and continental security.

Highlights

Published extensive independent research on African geopolitics and international affairs, with a specific focus on AI governance and its implications for global power dynamics.

Authored and disseminated selected articles on critical topics such as 'How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Global Power and International Politics' (Jan 2026) and 'Nigeria and the New Global Order: Strategic Choices' (Feb 2026).

Produced a weekly newsletter, 'Africa & Global Power Brief,' delivering timely insights on energy geopolitics, regional integration, and foreign policy to a dedicated readership.

Analyzed complex geopolitical landscapes, including the Sino-American rivalry in Africa and Nigerian foreign policy, contributing to a broader understanding of continental power dynamics (2024–2026).

Education

Tai Solarin Federal University of Education, Ijagun

Ijagun, Ogun State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Arts History and Diplomatic Studies, focused on African political economy, trade history, international relations, and AI governance, including a dissertation on the economic history of Dada Pottery at Ebu-Dada. Grade: CGPA: 4.18/5.0 — Second Class, Upper Division (Top 5%)

Courses

African Political Economy

History of International Relations

Decolonisation and State Formation

Research Methods in the Humanities

Nigerian Foreign Policy

Publications

Nigeria and the New Global Order: Strategic Choices

Africa & Global Power

Examining Nigeria's strategic choices within the context of the evolving new global order.

Who Is Replacing France in West Africa? Global Powers Reshaping

Africa & Global Power

Investigating the shifting influence of global powers in West Africa, particularly concerning France's role.

How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Global Power and International Politics

Africa & Global Power

An analysis of how Artificial Intelligence influences global power dynamics and international politics.

Energy Geopolitics, Regional Integration, Sino-American Rivalry in Africa, and Nigerian Foreign Policy

Africa & Global Power

Comprehensive coverage of energy geopolitics, regional integration, the Sino-American rivalry in Africa, and Nigerian foreign policy (2024–2026).

Languages

English

Yoruba

Certificates

Mobile Development (3-Month Online Programme)

TechCrush (Nigerian tech training platform)

AI Prompt Engineering

Anthropic Academy

AI for Beginners

HP LIFE / HP Foundations

AI Fluency: Framework and Foundations

Anthropic Academy

Micro AI Research

Free Academy

Micro Content AI Citability

Free Academy

Global Leadership

La Plage Meta Verse (Nigerian digital leadership initiative)

Skills

Research & Writing

Academic research, Qualitative analysis, Long-form analytical writing, Oral history methodology, Citation management (Zotero).

AI & Digital Tools

AI prompt engineering, LLM research applications, Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Canva.

Programming

Programmer, Python, C, SQL.

References

Dr Jamiu Kolawole Audu

Lecturer, Department of History and Diplomatic Studies, Tai Solarin Federal University of Education, Ijagun, Nigeria | Email: audujk@tasued.edu.ng | Phone: +234 806 281 4340

Dr. Toyin Adewale Adepoju

Senior Lecturer, Department of History and Diplomatic Studies, Tai Solarin Federal University of Education, Ijagun, Nigeria | Email: adepojuta@tasued.edu.ng | Phone: +234 805 467 9884

Projects

EduPath

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Summary

A Nigerian exam preparation web application designed to help secondary school students prepare for WAEC, NECO, and JAMB examinations.