
AbdulGafar Kasali
Chief Operating Officer

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About me
Medical Student 5/6 | Research Fellow @ Mission:Brain | Chief Operating Officer @ Medlineplus | Google Certified Digital Marketer | Driving Growth, Efficiency
Education

King's International College
2011 - 2017SSCE Science DistinctionActivities and Societies: Post held: Assistant Head Boy, Laboratory Prefect, Assistant Captain of the School Volleyball Team, President of the Know Your Genotype Club. Extra-curricular activities: Member: Boys' Scout, Space Science Club, Mathematics Club. Participant in Sea School Citizenship and Leadership Training Programme and French Village School. I was the best ALL-ROUND excellent student with several academic and non-academic awards. I was also described as being well-behaved and trustworthy.

University of Ilorin
2018 - 2026Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS Medicine and SurgeryActivities and Societies: Posts Held: Class Academic Officer, Captain of the Class Volleyball Team Extra-curricular activities: Member, Academic committee, Ilorin University Medical Students Association (ILUMSA). Member, ILUMSA QUIZ TEAM (FEBRILE ACADEMIA) Member, ILUMSA Research and Journal Club(RJC) Member, STANDING COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC HEALTH - ILORIN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION (ILUMSA-SCOPH) Founder, GAFFY CYBERWORLD As a medical student in the University of Ilorin. I have built capacity both within and outside medical school.I have a fine track record of Academic excellence with special interest in entrpreneurship and personal development.

University of Ibadan
2017 - 2018Bachelor's degree- not completed PhysiologyActivities and Societies: Coordinator CPMSS, SRC member UIPSA, Later left to study Medicine at University of Ilorin
Experience

Medlineplus
Sept 2019 - nowChief Operating OfficerAs the Chief Operating Officer at Medlineplus, I play a key role in driving the growth and efficiency of our online medical store, which provides quality and affordable textbooks and medical supplies across Nigeria. I have successfully managed and expanded our social media presence through content marketing, strategic ads, and community engagement. Beyond digital marketing, I oversee daily operations, including logistics, and train team members to enhance productivity. My efforts have contributed to over $20,000 in sales, reinforcing our commitment to serving healthcare professionals and students nationwide. Show less

Self employed
Oct 2019 - nowFounder, GAFFY CYBERWORLDAs the Founder of GAFFY CYBERWORLD, I spearheaded the daily operations of an online Cafe and printing enterprise, offering services such as printing, photocopying, and scanning. I successfully implemented online payment & registrations, scholarship application services, and sales of stationeries to enhance customer experience and drive revenue growth. • Managed a team to ensure efficient operations and customer satisfaction.• Developed and implemented innovative business support services to drive growth.• Enhanced organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced startup environment. Show less

ILUMSA FEBRILE ACADEMIA
Nov 2020 - nowGeneral Secretary
Sept 2024 - nowMember
Nov 2020 - now
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Nigerian Medical Students' Association (NiMSA)
Jan 2024 - Jan 2025Regional Director 1, Academic Board and Quiz NIMSA-SOUTHWEST).
Philikopportunities
Jan 2025 - nowPublicity MemberAs a member of the Publicity team at Philik, I played a key role in shaping the platform’s public image and driving engagement. I successfully built a strong brand presence across digital platforms, fostered strategic relationships with media outlets and influencers, and assisted in publicity for events and webinars—resulting in increased attendance and broader outreach. My efforts helped amplify Philik’s mission to empower individuals to achieve balance and excel in all areas of life.

Mission:Brain at University of Ilorin
Feb 2025 - nowResearch Fellowship
Licenses & Certifications

DR. A.O.A ADU ILUMSA SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE
ILUMSA Unilorin
ILUMSA PRECLINICAL CAREER MASTERCLASS AND WORKSHOP
ILUMSAMar 2022- View certificate

Google certified Digital marketer
Google Digital Skills For AfricaJun 2020 
Nigeria French Village Camp, Badagry
Centre Inter-Universitaire d'etudes FrancaisesAug 2013- View certificate

EPROTECT Respiratory Infections (EN)
World Health OrganizationJun 2020 .webp)
NIMSA South west Preclinical Quizlet
Nigerian Medical Students' Association (NiMSA)Sept 2021- View certificate

Introduction to COVID-19: methods for detection, prevention, response and control
World Health OrganizationApr 2020 - View certificate

Recognizing Plagiarism
Indiana University BloomingtonApr 2022 
Leadership Training
Federal Ministry of Youth & Sports Development, Nigeria.Aug 2016- View certificate

EPROTECT occupational health and safety
World Health OrganizationJun 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliCertificate of Service Nigerian Medical Student's Association - South West Sep 2024
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliQuiz Awards Quiz and Debate Club Sep 2024
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliFSB SCHOLAR 2021 Federal Government of Nigeria Apr 2022
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliWinner, 2022 UNILORIN Hult Prize Oncampus event Hult Prize University of Ilorin Mar 2022 Led my team, Team Blitzers, to win 2022 UNILORIN ONCAMPUS EVENT.
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliAcademic Merit Award Ilorin University Medical Students' Association(ILUMSA) Nov 2021 Recognized by ILUMSA as an outstanding student of the 300 level MB;BS class
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliMedical World Champions League 2.0 Medical World Aug 2020 I competed against over 80 participants in the Medical World Champions League 2.0, where we were grouped into teams of 5–6. I had the privilege of being part of Team MAGIC, a remarkable team built on cooperation and shared commitment.Together, we advanced through the Group Stage, Round of 32, and Round of 16—remaining the only undefeated team throughout the competition.From the quarter-finals onward, the competition shifted to an individual format, and I had the honor of… Show more I competed against over 80 participants in the Medical World Champions League 2.0, where we were grouped into teams of 5–6. I had the privilege of being part of Team MAGIC, a remarkable team built on cooperation and shared commitment.Together, we advanced through the Group Stage, Round of 32, and Round of 16—remaining the only undefeated team throughout the competition.From the quarter-finals onward, the competition shifted to an individual format, and I had the honor of representing Team MAGIC. The challenge intensified, truly becoming a test of resilience and skill. By God's grace, I progressed through the Quarter-finals and Semi-finals, ultimately emerging as the Overall Winner of Medical World Champions League 2.0 Show less
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliBusiness Start-up Award ILORIN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION (ILUMSA) Nov 2019 Emerged Second runner-up in the maiden edition of Prof. Adegboyega Fawole Business Start-up Initiative
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliBest All-round Student King's International College, Moniya, Ibadan Jul 2017 Received several scholarships and prizes from my school and the organizations for being the Best All-round Student of the 2017 set
- Awarded to AbdulGafar KasaliVolleyball Gold Medals - Led my class volleyball team to win three consecutive gold medal in the ILUMSA Games
Volunteer Experience
Academic Committee Chairman
Issued by Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria, MSSN COHS, UNILORIN on Feb 2025
Associated with AbdulGafar KasaliGeneral Secretary
Issued by Association of Muslim Health Students, Zone A on Dec 2024
Associated with AbdulGafar KasaliMember, ILUMSA Standing Committee on Public Health(SCOPH)
Issued by Nigerian Medical Students' Association (NiMSA) on Jan 2021
Associated with AbdulGafar KasaliMember, Academic Committe
Issued by ILORIN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION on Aug 2020
Associated with AbdulGafar KasaliContent Creator
Issued by Nigerian Medical Students' Association (NiMSA) on Mar 2022
Associated with AbdulGafar KasaliMember, ILUMSA MALARIA CLUB
Issued by Ilorin University Medical Students' Association on Apr 2022
Associated with AbdulGafar Kasali
Languages
- enEnglish
- yoYoruba
- frFrench
- arArabic
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