By Editor
In a bid to raise awareness on the devastating impact of substance abuse and its attendant consequence such as mental health disorder, the Yoruba Community Association, YCA, Toronto Canada has organized a virtual conference with the theme: “The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Disorders”
The zoom meeting scheduled to hold on Saturday April 19, 2025 between 5 to 7pm. Nigerian time.
In a press statement signed by the President of Yoruba Community Association in Canada, Mr Kehinde Abiodun, the statement reads; “The Yoruba Community Association YCA Toronto, Canada presents a zoom conference with the topic: The Association of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Disorders. Date: 19th April, 2025, Time: 12-2pm (Eastern Time), 5-7pm (Nigerian Time) Zoom meeting ID:852 72858780. Passcode:131836.
“The guest speaker of the occasion is Dr Abiola Oshodi, a psychiatrist, while Mrs Ayodeji Ikotun, who doubles as the General Secretary, Ekiti Kete (Canada) will be the moderator.
“Mrs Ayodeji Ikotun is the franchises the UPS Store Network. She holds a Master’s degree in Banking and Finance from University of Ibadan and PGD in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Seneca College and two-term General Secretary, Ekiti Kete Canada Association. Married for over 35 years and blessed with children and grandchildren.
ABOUT THE GUEST SPEAKER ABIOLA OLUMIDE OSHODI
Assistant Professor –, Saskatchewan,
Canada
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: +234 906 374 7365 | +1 780 870 7872
Email: abiola@abiolaoshodi.com
Website: www.oshodicampaigns.org
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dr. Abiola Olumide Oshodi is an accomplished psychiatrist, educator, and humanitarian leader with over two decades of experience in clinical practice, academic instruction, and community service. As an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, and Consultant Psychiatrist at Dr. Oshodi Specialist Services, he combines a passion for mental health advocacy with a deep commitment to empowering his students, colleagues, and community.
Dr. Oshodi’s active involvement in political and civic engagements underscores his strategic thinking and leadership capabilities. As a core member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Vice Chairman of the defunct APC Canada Chapter, he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to national development, offering his expertise and resources to support education, health, and governance initiatives.
