Adeolu Ogunnubi "Papa Dee" – Biography

Adeolu Ogunnubi, fondly known as "PapaDee," was born on April 5, 1975, in Lagos, Nigeria, specifically in the Shomolu area. He is the second of five children born to Olotu E.A. and Chief Mrs. A.A. Ogunnubi. His siblings include Mr. Yinka Ogunnubi (fondly called Bishop), Gboyega Ogunnubi (MD), Deji Ogunnubi, and his only sister, Mrs. Adepeju Dinyo.  

Education and Early Years

PapaDee began his education at Subuola Nursery School, Festac (1978–1981), before attending 3rd Avenue Primary School, Festac Town (1980–1986). He proceeded to the Nigerian Navy Secondary School, where he completed his secondary education between 1986 and 1992. His academic journey continued at the prestigious University of Lagos, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) in Fisheries in 1998, Master Degree MBA (Human Resources) at UNAD 2008/2009.

During his time at the Nigerian Navy Secondary School, he played a pivotal role in establishing the school fellowship alongside close friends such as Ekene Diru, Adam Okoye, Folarin Mann, Peter the Rock, Niyi Alonge, Mrs. Funmi Olaogun, Lash Abiodun, and Ayoolu Oni. He was also a mentor and "School father" to many younger students.  

Following his secondary school graduation, PapaDee developed a deep commitment to the doctrine of Christ and His righteousness. He became actively involved in the Teenage Sunday Class, led by the late Mrs. Leah Ojinna, which later paved the way for his appointment as the second Parish Youth Coordinator (1993–1995) at just 18 years old. 

His dedication to youth ministry has spanned over four decades, impacting multiple generations of young people through his work with the Parish Youth Church and the Teens Chapel (COP).  

During this period, he and his fellow Navy brethren founded the Navy Ex-Students Fellowship (NEF) under the leadership of its first president, Ekene Diru.  

Family Life

In 1999, PapaDee met his heartthrob and "jewel of inestimable price," Oreofe (née Olunissi). They got engaged on December 12, 1999, and were joyfully united in marriage on April 17, 2004. 

THE OGUNNUBI'S