Hakeem Tyrone Dawodu (born July 2, 1991) is a Canadian mixed martial artist currently competing in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Two years later, his counselor placed him in Muay Thai training as a means of controlling his anger.

[3][4] On February 21, 2014, Dawodu made his professional debut at WSOF Canada 1 against Behrang Yousefi.

[18] Replacing Alexandre de Almeida, Dawodu faced UFC vet Steven Siler at WSOF 35 March 18, 2017.

[22][23] Dawodu faced Danny Henry on March 17, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 127.

[29] Dawodu faced promotional newcomer Yoshinori Horie on July 27, 2019, at UFC 240[30] He won the fight via knockout in round three.

[35] Tukhugov missed weight, and was subsequently fined a percentage of his purse, which will go to Dawodu.

[37] As the first bout of his new four-fight contract, Dawodu was expected to face Shane Burgos on January 24, 2021 at UFC 257.

[42] Dawodu faced Michael Trizano on February 5, 2022, at UFC Fight Night 200.

[49] Dawodu faced Cub Swanson on August 12, 2023, at UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos.