Oluwadamilola Emmanuel was born on the 23rd of January in the Ebute-Metta area of Lagos State. He started His early education at Corona School, then proceeded to Home Science Association Secondary School, Lagos where He sat for and obtained the West African School Certificate. ‘Damilola went on to read English in University of Lagos where He obtained a B.Ed. The thirst for additional academic qualification saw Him at the University of Hull, United Kingdom where, on completion was awarded an MBA in General Management with a Distinction. 

A City Development enthusiast, Damilola initiated and executed special projects for the Authority as the secretary. He implemented different public awareness strategies, A top Corporate Communications and Business Analyst, reviewing corporate policies and enhancing Organizations’ sustainability, Damilola carried out Impact Assessment on diverse Organizations’ CSR activities and programs for several years. His impeccable success led to His recall and promotion to the position of a Director in Curoten Nigeria Limited in September 2013 where He was until He was appointed as a Secretary in Lagos State Waterways Authority.

He monitored the operations of the agency and maintained relationships with MDAs of the Government. His performance, zeal and passion for the State Waterways could not be concealed. He is currently the General Manager of Lagos State Waterways Authority having served as Secretary from October 2015- September 2017.

As part of His Community Development interests, He has pioneered several CSR initiatives like the Flags Project. He believes that teamwork, creativity, service, and determination are the keys to achieving sustainable success at the public sector. He has won awards to show His dedication to Service of the Lagos State and Nigeria.