Key skills and expertise.

With 39 years of experience, the expert is highly skilled in real estate valuation, urban planning, and education. Key qualifications include a Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning and certifications as a Chartered Valuation Surveyor and Ontario-Registered Planner. The expert has led international projects in countries such as Canada, the UK, and Papua New Guinea, contributing to sustainable urban development and capacity building. Career highlights include serving as a Full Professor, managing complex multi-national projects, and providing consultancy services. Proficient in software tools like Excel, SPSS, and Argus Developer, the expert excels in interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

Project experience and donor exposure.

Bringing extensive experience in international development, the expert has engaged in projects that focus on enhancing urban planning and real estate management. While specific donor names are not detailed, the expert's involvement in international cooperation projects is evident through contributions to sustainable urban development and capacity building across multiple countries. This experience includes working with local and international teams to implement best practices in urban planning and environmental assessments.

Sectors and geographic focus.

The expert has worked across various sectors, including environment and natural resource management, urban development, statistics, public administration, and regional integration. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Chairman and Planner, Professor and Head of Department, and Real Estate Consultant. The expert has demonstrated interdisciplinary expertise in integrating urban planning with environmental assessments and property management. The geographic scope of work spans multiple countries, including Canada, the UK, and Papua New Guinea, focusing on sustainable development and capacity building initiatives. Additionally, the expert has extensive geographic experience across Namibia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Spain, and Zambia, contributing to regional development and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education.

The expert is highly proficient in English and is a native speaker of Yoruba. These language skills have been utilized in international professional settings, including work in multilingual teams across various countries such as Canada, the UK, and Papua New Guinea.

The expert holds a Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, and a Master of Urban and Regional Planning from the same institution. Additionally, the expert earned a B.Sc. in Estate Management and Valuation from the University of East London, UK. Furthermore, the expert obtained a Diploma in Town Planning from The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Nigeria.