Dr. Oladipo Anthony Arigbede is a seasoned educationist, administrator, economist, and
minister of the gospel. Born on August 7, 1961, in Owo, Ondo State, he pursued his
education across multiple institutions, earning degrees in Accountancy, Insurance,
Economics, Managerial Economics, Counselling Psychology, and Theology.
Professionally, he is a member of several esteemed organizations, including the Chartered
Institute of Administration (CIA) and the Counseling Society of Nigeria (COSSAN). His
career began in 1979 at the Department of Customs and Excise, but he later ventured into
education, founding Tindip Educational Services, Tindip College, and Tindip Nursery &
Primary Schools. His contributions to education span over 30 years, assisting over 1,200
students in gaining admission to higher institutions abroad. His partnerships extend to
Lagos State University, Federal University of Technology Akure, and Wolex Polytechnic.
Beyond academics, Dr. Arigbede is an ordained pastor in Christ Apostolic Church (CAC)
and a Director in the Christian Mission Empowerment Foundation (CMEF), promoting the
gospel in Nigeria, Ukraine, London, and Germany. He has won numerous awards for his
contributions to education, youth development, and community service, including
recognitions from the Bible Society of Nigeria and the National Youth Council of Nigeria.
A dedicated entrepreneurship advocate, he has helped revive and upgrade schools while
serving as Vice Chairman of Lagos State University at Ikorodu (2005–2017). His institution
champions entrepreneurial training, preparing students to manage wealth.
Dr. Arigbede is married to Olayinka A. Arigbede and blessed with children.
