Olalekan Taofeek Badmus

University of Ilorin, University of the Free State

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Olalekan Taofeek Badmus is a forward-thinking scholar whose work centers on the evolution of STEM, STEAM, and STREAM education across Africa, with a particular focus on bridging critical knowledge gaps. His most cited paper, “Evolution of STEM, STEAM and STREAM Education in Africa: The Implication of the Knowledge Gap” (2020, 40 citations), examines how modernization constraints in developing nations affect educational practices, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive, interdisciplinary learning frameworks. Badmus expands this vision in his subsequent work, “What is Next for Africa’s Youthful and Useful Population? STREAM Education for Global Inclusivity” (2022), which argues that integrating reading and arts into STEM curricula is essential for preparing Africa’s burgeoning youth population for global participation. His research underscores the transformative potential of STREAM education to foster equity and innovation, making him a vital voice in educational policy discourse. With a growing citation footprint, Badmus’s contributions are shaping how educators and policymakers reimagine science and technology education in resource-constrained settings, positioning him as a key advocate for inclusive, future-ready learning ecosystems across the continent.