Our Advisory Team
Dr. Nneka Idam
Has over 25 years global experience working with private, public and not-for-profit organisations in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. She has shaped HR strategy, workforce capability and governance across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Trusted by executive teams, Nneka delivered high-value transformation projects, aligning people strategy with business growth and cultural transformation. Nneka’s career spans management consultancy, interim management, in-house HR leadership and academia. This skill mix enables her create measurable business impact while building sustainable, future-ready organisations.
Trusted by executive teams, Nneka delivered high-value transformation projects, aligning people strategy with business growth and cultural transformation. Nneka’s career spans management consultancy, interim management, in-house HR leadership and academia. This skill mix enables her create measurable business impact while building sustainable, future-ready organisations.
She is the Vice-Chair for the Research and Publications Committee, and also Chairs the HR Educators’ Network - both of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM).
She supports several voluntary initiatives including Theseabilities Foundation as a disability advocate and Board Advisor; CAFOD (Catholic Agency for Overseas Development), JustBe (women’s development charity), and Baytree Centre. She is also a published academic author.
She supports several voluntary initiatives including Theseabilities Foundation as a disability advocate and Board Advisor; CAFOD (Catholic Agency for Overseas Development), JustBe (women’s development charity), and Baytree Centre. She is also a published academic author.
Mr. Ola Belgore
Is an accomplished investment management executive with over 20 years of extensive experience in the Nigerian financial services sector. Renowned for his strategic vision, transformative leadership, and results-oriented mindset, he has consistently delivered significant growth and operational excellence across multiple high-profile institutions.
A dedicated and analytical problem-solver, Ola combines his deep industry knowledge with an innate ability to build strong teams, cultivate meaningful relationships, and drive sustainable business outcomes. Currently serving as the Managing Director of Utica Capital Limited, Ola has successfully overseen the company’s daily operations, developed growth strategies, and ensured regulatory compliance since October 2020.
Under his leadership, the firm experienced remarkable growth, expanding its Assets Under Management (AuM). Before this, he served as Managing Director of Afrinvest Asset Management Limited between 2014 and 2020. He also spearheaded the launch of the Afrinvest Plutus Fund and managed three Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)-licensed funds, solidifying his reputation as a trailblazer in asset management.
A dedicated and analytical problem-solver, Ola combines his deep industry knowledge with an innate ability to build strong teams, cultivate meaningful relationships, and drive sustainable business outcomes. Currently serving as the Managing Director of Utica Capital Limited, Ola has successfully overseen the company’s daily operations, developed growth strategies, and ensured regulatory compliance since October 2020.
Under his leadership, the firm experienced remarkable growth, expanding its Assets Under Management (AuM). Before this, he served as Managing Director of Afrinvest Asset Management Limited between 2014 and 2020. He also spearheaded the launch of the Afrinvest Plutus Fund and managed three Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)-licensed funds, solidifying his reputation as a trailblazer in asset management.
Mr. Adesanya Ehinmidu
Is a Lead Software Engineer and Salesforce Technical Lead with over two decades of experience in the tech industry.
With approximately 20 years of experience across various roles in project management, Salesforce consulting, software engineering, and business analysis.
With approximately 20 years of experience across various roles in project management, Salesforce consulting, software engineering, and business analysis.
Engr. Olumuyiwa Oshomoji
He is based in Canada, is currently the Chief Marketing Officer at C&I Leasing Plc. Olumuyiwa Oshomoji brings experience from previous roles at BOURBON.
Olumuyiwa Oshomoji holds a 2014 - 2016 Executive MBA at EMLYON Business School in Master of Business Administration (EMBA), General, Business Administration and Management @ emlyon business school.
With a robust skill set that includes Operations Management, Shipping, Contract Management, Logistics Management, Logistics and more.
Olumuyiwa Oshomoji holds a 2014 - 2016 Executive MBA at EMLYON Business School in Master of Business Administration (EMBA), General, Business Administration and Management @ emlyon business school.
With a robust skill set that includes Operations Management, Shipping, Contract Management, Logistics Management, Logistics and more.
Engr. Niyi Ajibola
He is a Mechanical Engineer with over 29 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
He is a retail investor and financial education sponsor known on various investing forums He is passionate about educating people on how to use financial intelligence to make smart investment decisions toward wealth creation.
He is a retail investor and financial education sponsor known on various investing forums He is passionate about educating people on how to use financial intelligence to make smart investment decisions toward wealth creation.
Mrs. Patience Akande
She is a passionate educator, a relentless advocate for persons with disability, and continuously raises awareness and advocates for inclusive education.
She holds degrees in computer science and in computer mathematics, as well as certificates in special needs education and in dyslexia.
Patience has almost two decades of experience teaching students, and adapts her inclusive and engaging instruction styles to empower learners at all levels.
Patience has helped scores of individuals achieve their reading and writing goals, and has created a niche for herself in teaching individuals with specific learning difficulties.
She has received several recognitions and awards as an advocate for inclusion.
Patience has almost two decades of experience teaching students, and adapts her inclusive and engaging instruction styles to empower learners at all levels.
Patience has helped scores of individuals achieve their reading and writing goals, and has created a niche for herself in teaching individuals with specific learning difficulties.
She has received several recognitions and awards as an advocate for inclusion.
Mr. Ayodele Awobona
Mr. Ayodele Awobona serves as both the Chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) and the Chairman of the Spinal Cord Injury Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter.
A seasoned disability peer mentor and a spinal cord injury survivor of 29 years, he stands as a beacon of hope and resilience for individuals navigating similar challenges. Drawing from his lived experience, he offers empathetic guidance and practical advice, empowering fellow survivors to adapt, thrive, and embrace life with renewed purpose.
Through his mentorship, Mr. Awobona fosters a supportive community that emphasizes resilience, self-advocacy, and the boundless possibilities that exist beyond disability. Deeply committed to social impact, Mr. Awobona has dedicated his efforts to advancing disability advocacy and empowerment.
He has been a driving force behind initiatives that support individuals with physical challenges, working actively with numerous service organizations and NGOs to champion inclusion, dignity, and equal opportunity
A seasoned disability peer mentor and a spinal cord injury survivor of 29 years, he stands as a beacon of hope and resilience for individuals navigating similar challenges. Drawing from his lived experience, he offers empathetic guidance and practical advice, empowering fellow survivors to adapt, thrive, and embrace life with renewed purpose.
Through his mentorship, Mr. Awobona fosters a supportive community that emphasizes resilience, self-advocacy, and the boundless possibilities that exist beyond disability. Deeply committed to social impact, Mr. Awobona has dedicated his efforts to advancing disability advocacy and empowerment.
He has been a driving force behind initiatives that support individuals with physical challenges, working actively with numerous service organizations and NGOs to champion inclusion, dignity, and equal opportunity
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