He started as a Cub Scout at Ojuwoye Community Primary School, Mushin in 1975 under the leadership of Ade Cole. He attended his Secondary education in Ogun State, where he attained various scouting experiences, courses, and training. He became Ifo LA II District Commissioner, Ogun State in Nigeria, from 1989 to 1992. He is an active and practical Scout in Nigeria, the UK, and the USA. He received most of his adult Scouting training in bothe UK and with the BSA in the USA.

Philip is a trained trainer training Scouters from over 5 countries. He has traveled to various countries as a resource person to train adult Scouters. Philip is a Leader, Trainer, and Volunteer. Currently a ScoutMaster in the USA with BSA and also the Assistant Chief Commissioner in charge of Better World Framework for the Scout Association of Nigeria.