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Discover how we’re leading the way in social inclusion, economic empowerment, and community development. Together, we can achieve more.

Welcome to TMDC

Welcome to TMDC

The Power Team

The Power Team

TMDC Space

TMDC Space

TMDC
Build. Innovate. Transform

TMDC envisions a world where communities thrive through the seamless integration of innovation, sustainability, and empowerment. By developing programs and providing resources that foster collaboration, growth, and opportunity, we aim to uplift underserved communities and enable a future of lasting change.

At TMDC, our mission is to lead and inspire through innovative community development, social impact initiatives, media services and storytelling, and one-stop housing solutions. We focus on empowering individuals with the tools and knowledge they need to create tangible, sustainable progress in their lives, while also providing scalable solutions to community challenges.

  • Innovation: Constantly evolving to meet the challenges of today and the future through cutting-edge solutions.
  • Collaboration: Working together with local, national, and international partners to create shared value.
  • Empowerment: Providing individuals with the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed.
  • Sustainability: Ensuring that our projects and initiatives create long-term, positive impacts.
  • Integrity: Acting with honesty, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

Our Team

At The Mandate Development Centre (TMDC), we are driven by a team of passionate, skilled, and committed individuals who bring diverse expertise to the table. Our team is the heart of everything we do. We work collaboratively across various sectors to achieve our vision of empowering communities and creating lasting change. Meet the people leading the charge:

Oluwaseun Tayo Adeyemi

Director

Ufuoma Edith Adeyemi

Director

Olamide Abraham

Director

Maruf Hassan

Director

Ali Abu Zeid

Director

Oscar Okpobrisi

Director

Tunmise Agunbiade

Director

Babajide Akomolafe

Director

Nadine Villegas

Director

Oluwatosin Aluko

Lead, Legal Affairs

Oluwabukola James

Finance & Internal Audit

Abimbola Victor-Udoh

Research & Data Audit

Daria Bykova

Lead, Community Engagement

Emmanuel Aderibigbe

Lead, Technology Advancement

Emeka Ekwukwo

Lead, Logistics Coordinator

Elise Anaba

Lead, Community Engagement (Francophone)

Oluwaseun Tayo Adeyemi

Executive Director

Amanda Alves

Media Production Intern

Olamide Abraham

Director/Chief Operating Officer

Adedolapo ILELABOYE

Technology Lead

Mirielle Ngonne

Admin Virtual Support Staff

Patrick Okolo

Patron

Agnes Babatunde

Matron

Phylomene Zangio

Chairperson

Iniobong Akpan

Africa Lead

Taiwo Obaniyi

Immigrant & Newcomer Engagement

Damilola Ajibade

Communities Engagement (Canada)

Olusegun Olalerin

Business & Leadership Advisory

Aristide Boungou

Media & Technical Infrastructure
✦ Partnership Opportunities

Get Involved Today

At TMDC, we understand the power of collaboration. Our programs are built on strong partnerships with organizations, businesses, and individuals who share our vision for sustainable community development. We invite you to explore how you can contribute to our initiatives and create lasting change.

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Shaping the Future: TMDC’s Core Pillars of Impact

At The Mandate Development Centre (TMDC), our work is anchored on four powerful pillars that drive our vision for a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable future. Each core area represents a commitment to transforming lives, empowering communities, and building systems that leave a lasting impact.

We believe that real change starts at the community level. Our Sustainable Community Development initiatives focus on creating long-term solutions that improve quality of life while preserving cultural identity and environmental balance. Through programs like The Helping Hand Project and Threads of Hope, we address pressing needs such as food security, economic empowerment, and social inclusion.
By fostering collaboration between community members, stakeholders, and policymakers, we ensure that development is not only impactful but also sustainable for generations to come.

In today’s world, stories have the power to shape perception and inspire action. Our Digital Media Storytelling projects leverage photography, videography, podcasting, and creative content production to amplify voices that often go unheard.
Through shows like Together For Life, My Community, and The Diaspora Power, we give a platform to diverse narratives, stories of resilience, innovation, and hope. By merging creativity with technology, we connect communities, challenge stereotypes, and inspire collective change.

Safe and affordable housing is the foundation for stability and growth. TMDC’s Housing & Social Impact programs focus on developing sustainable housing solutions, advocating for equitable access to homes, and supporting vulnerable populations through initiatives like 
Our approach goes beyond construction; we integrate social programs that address mental health, employment readiness, and community integration, ensuring housing is not just a building but a gateway to a better life.

We are committed to equipping individuals and communities with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Our Training and Research Development arm offers courses, workshops, and mentorship programs in areas like film production, fashion entrepreneurship, project management, and leadership development.
Through rigorous research and data-driven insights, we design programs that address real-world challenges, promote innovation, and prepare participants to become solution-driven leaders.

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