He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and two master’s degrees in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Lagos, Nigeria and Occupational Health & Safety Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA.

Ola started his career as an Airport Fire & Safety Officer in 2002 at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria and grew through the ranks to become an Airport Fire Safety Chief during his years of service in Nigeria.

He also worked as a Fire & Safety Consultant in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for two years. He is a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and currently works as an Environmental Health & Safety Professional.