Rinu Oduala

**Rinu Oduala** Bolatito Rachel Olorunrinu Oduala (born November 1, 1998, in Lagos, Nigeria), commonly known as Rinu Oduala or Savvy Rinu, is a prominent Nigerian human rights activist, community organizer, and media personality. She gained national and international recognition for her critical role as a leader during the October 2020 #EndSARS movement, a decentralized protest against police brutality in Nigeria. **Early Life and Education** Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Rinu Oduala completed her diploma in Applied Science. She furthered her education at the United States International University Africa (USIU-Africa), where she earned a degree in Public Health, specializing in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Her academic background reflects an early commitment to data-driven solutions and public welfare, which informs her approach to activism. **Career Progression and Activism** Oduala’s career is primarily defined by her sustained human rights and advocacy work. She is recognized for her community organizing and brand strategist skills. A significant turning point in her career was her participation as a key leader during the \#EndSARS protests. Her commitment led to her serving as a youth representative on the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Restitution for Victims of SARS Related Abuses and Other Matters. Oduala is the founder of Connect Hub Ng, an organization focused on creating change by advocating against, defending, and documenting police brutality and state-sponsored violence. She also serves as the Executive Director of The MariGold RO FDN, a foundation dedicated to social impact. She is a mentor at Dweebs Global, a free mentorship program. **Major Achievements and Notable Works** Oduala has received several significant accolades for her advocacy and activism. She was selected as an Oxford Youth Fellow with the World Movement for Democracy, a program designed to build the leadership skills of young democracy activists globally. Additionally, she was selected for the Hurford Youth Fellowship. Her awards include: * Woman of the Year in Advocacy, HerEconomy (2022) * HerNetwork Woman of the Year in Advocacy (2021)She has also been nominated for the Future Awards Africa Prize for Advocacy and Activism, listed among YNaija's Most Influential Voices in Nigerian Politics, and featured on BBC's Nigerian Women Leading the Fight for Change. **Current Status** Rinu Oduala continues her work in human rights advocacy and public health. She is committed to advancing sustainable health policies and improving global public health systems. Through her various organizational roles and fellowships, she remains an influential voice and a leading figure in the movement for democratic reform and social justice in Nigeria and globally.