Biography
Bola Roy Banjo (born Adebanjo Omogbolahan Roy on December 17, 2003) is a Nigerian engineer, entrepreneur, and creative designer. A native of Lagos, he “was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria” and identifies with Nigerian nationality . He studied mechanical engineering and describes himself as a “systems” thinker . By mid-2025 he was about 21 years old and already leading a tech startup . He often emphasizes discipline and self-imposed hardship in his routine (e.g. choosing to sleep on a couch to stay “sharp” ), reflecting the intense work ethic noted in a mid‑2025 profile.
Banjo goes by the professional name “Bola Banjo” (or sometimes simply “Bola”) and uses the moniker “Fohn” as a brand prefix. He has wide-ranging interests in engineering, AI, chess, behavioral psychology, and design . He reads and writes on philosophy and innovation, and his online profiles describe him as an “applied intelligence powerhouse” focused on building safe, future‑proof systems .
Education
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Nigeria .
Professional Accreditation: In early 2025 Banjo announced he was formally inducted into Nigeria’s engineering community as a mechanical engineer .
These credentials reflect his academic focus on mechanical and systems engineering, which he applies to both physical and digital projects.
Career Overview
Banjo has founded and led multiple ventures, primarily under the “Fohn” brand, spanning AI technology, design, and fashion. Major roles and projects include:
FohnAI (formerly Fohnctions): Founder and tech lead of an AI research & development startup in Nigeria. FohnAI builds AI-driven cybersecurity platforms (e.g. the “Cencori” system) aimed at predicting and preventing digital threats. Banjo’s vision for FohnAI is to “protect the future of humanity and intelligence” by making AI stable, secure, and aligned with human values .
The Fohn Creative: Founder and Creative Director of a branding/design agency based in Lagos. The official website lists “Adebanjo O. Roy – Founder/Creative Director” . The agency has served clients across Nigeria (branding, web design, etc.) and even publishes blog posts on design strategy .
Fohndamentals: Founder and CEO of a fashion/merchandise brand. (A Medium-sourced profile notes he also leads a fashion venture named Fohndamentals .)
Product Development: According to his LinkedIn profile summary, Banjo also works as a product developer on FohnAI’s offerings. In a LinkedIn post he explains that “FohnAI is an applied intelligence powerhouse” and that he focuses on building systems rather than just products .
Sustainable Energy Initiative: Beyond technology and design, Banjo has expressed interest in energy. A June 2025 profile notes he is “exploring how artificial intelligence and intelligent systems can help fix Africa’s power problem” , indicating he’s investigating AI solutions for Nigeria’s power infrastructure.
Throughout his career he has emphasized systems-thinking over rote learning: “Engineering is not about memorizing formulas or assembling machines; it’s about thinking in systems,” he wrote on LinkedIn . This philosophy underpins his approach to both engineering and business.
Public Presence and Media Coverage
Banjo maintains an active public profile in tech and media circles. He has been featured in recent online articles and company announcements:
Media Profiles: A June 2025 Medium article by “Jonah” profiles Banjo in depth, describing him as a “21-year-old engineer behind FohnAI” and detailing his vision for the future of AI . Another May 2025 analysis on Medium examines FohnAI and its mission to secure digital infrastructure , highlighting the company he founded. These pieces serve as de facto interviews and explain his goals.
LinkedIn Posts: On LinkedIn he shares thought leadership on engineering and technology. For example, in early 2025 he announced he had been “officially inducted into the engineering association of Nigeria as a mechanical engineer” and reflected on applying engineering principles to business and AI . His profile tag line reads “Engineering —• Building the Future of Intelligence.”
Company Events: Banjo and his companies appear at industry events. (For instance, event listings from 2023 show “Adebanjo Omogbolahan Roy, Tech Lead at The Fohn Creative” at a Lagos tech conference, though detailed records are limited.)
Public Interviews and Podcasts: As of mid-2025 there are no widely published broadcast interviews. Most coverage comes from written profiles and blog posts.
Overall, his public presence is concentrated online: he publishes essays and company updates via LinkedIn, and is cited in tech blogs and newsletters that cover Nigerian AI startups.
Affiliations and Partnerships
Fohn Group of Companies: Banjo is the founder or co-founder of several organizations:
FohnAI/Fohnctions: AI and cybersecurity R&D company (Nigeria).
The Fohn Creative: Branding and design agency .
Fohndamentals: Fashion/merchandise brand .
These “Fohn” ventures form an ecosystem of tech, design, and creative businesses that he leads.
Professional Associations: He is a member of Nigeria’s engineering profession. (In 2025 he noted induction into the national engineering association as a mechanical engineer .)
Educational Networks: He is an alumnus of Olabisi Onabanjo University (Ogun State, Nigeria) , which also connects him to local tech and research communities.
Collaborations: Publicly, Banjo’s ventures are self-owned rather than joint partnerships. However, his LinkedIn suggests collaborations with other engineers and designers on FohnAI projects. He positions FohnAI with a “B2C2B2G” model (targeting consumers, businesses, and government) , implying outreach to institutional partners, though specific partnerships have not been disclosed.
Online Presence
Banjo maintains a strong online footprint across professional networks and publishing platforms:
LinkedIn: His main professional profile (as “Bola Roy Banjo” or “Adebanjo Omogbolahan Roy”) lists his engineering and entrepreneurial roles. It highlights his education (OOU) and current positions in the Fohn enterprises. (Public posts on LinkedIn about tech and personal insights are visible.)
Twitter (X): He uses Twitter under @bolaabanjo, and his company under @FohnAI_. On these accounts he tweets about AI, cybersecurity, and announcements (for example linking to the FohnAI website). (Account activity is publicly visible, though we do not cite private posts.)
Substack: He publishes a personal newsletter on Substack at bolabanjo.substack.com. The Substack is described as a “Blueprinted version of how my thoughts are laid out,” and as of mid-2025 it had published two free issues . His latest issue (“The Fractured Mindscape”) appeared about 15 days prior to June 2025 .
Company Website: The Fohn Creative’s website (thefohncreative.vzy.io) identifies “Adebanjo O. Roy – Founder/Creative Director” and showcases his design work. (No personal blog is listed beyond corporate blogs.)
Medium and Blogs: While Banjo himself may not post on Medium, he is the subject of Medium articles. The Fohn Creative site also posts industry articles (e.g. on branding) on its blog . Banjo’s designs and thoughts may also appear in these venues.
Other Platforms: He has a profile on Hugging Face (under “omogbolahanng”) showing AI project activity. He also performed as a musician under the stage name Defohn, with a bio confirming his identity (born Dec 17, 2003 in Lagos, studied at OOU) .
Recent Developments (Last 12–24 Months)
Over 2023–2025, Banjo’s profile has grown alongside his ventures:
FohnAI/Cencori Platform (2024–2025): He has been developing the FohnAI cybersecurity platform (“Cencori”), aiming to unify multiple defense layers (endpoint, network, cloud, misinformation intelligence, etc.) under AI. A May 2025 case study notes that the platform uses AI-native technologies (behavioral biometrics, anomaly detection, ethical AI frameworks, etc.) to protect digital trust .
Engineering Accreditation (Mar 2025): He reported being officially inducted as a mechanical engineer in Nigeria in early 2025 , marking a formal career milestone.
Media Features (Mid 2025): In June 2025, the detailed Medium profile by Jonah brought widespread attention to Banjo’s ideas and approach . This coverage highlighted his leadership of FohnAI and his systems-minded philosophy.
Substack Launch (2025): He launched his Substack newsletter in May 2025, publishing essays on technology and society (e.g. “The Fractured Mindscape”) . This represents a new channel for his thought leadership.
New Projects: The same June 2025 profile mentions he’s “pushing into sustainable energy,” asking how AI can solve Africa’s power problems . It suggests he’s expanding into climate or energy tech, though details are not yet public.
Overall, Bola Roy Banjo continues to grow his ventures and public presence. His recent activity emphasizes building AI tools for security and infrastructure, expanding his design brand, and sharing ideas via media platforms .
Sources: Public profiles, interviews, and publications by and about Bola Roy Banjo provide the basis for this profile. https://x.com/bolaabanjo
https://bolabanjo.substack.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bolaabanjo/
Each section above cites material from credible online sources.