Onaopemipo holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Abuja, Nigeria.

He is passionate about sustainable infrastructure and structural engineering, with a focus on using innovative, recycled materials in post-conflict and resettled zones.

Growing up in a resource-constrained public school, he developed a strong resolve to change the narrative for regions like his, where basic infrastructure and social amenities were lacking.

He has co-authored research on cultural sustainability and eco-friendly rehabilitation infrastructure, which he has presented at international conferences.

He has led various community-driven initiatives, including zero hunger and quality education programs for internally displaced persons, orphans, and rural communities.

As a Mandela Rhodes Scholar, he intends to conduct research on the structural performance of recycled PET materials in rehabilitating infrastructure in conflict and resettled zones, aiming to influence policy reform and enhance humanitarian efforts in developing vulnerable communities through advanced engineering solutions.