Key skills and expertise

With 29 years of professional experience, the expert possesses a diverse skill set across logistics, tourism, banking, ICT, and marketing. Career highlights include roles such as Business Development Manager, where responsibilities included coordinating market surveys and managing client relations, and Tourism Officer, overseeing event management. Technical skills feature ICT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office 365 and systems troubleshooting. Leadership capabilities are demonstrated through managing teams, developing departmental plans, and ensuring timely project implementation, contributing to successful sales and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has a comprehensive professional background spanning logistics, tourism, banking, media and communications, ICT, SME and private sector, and marketing. Previously held roles such as Business Development Manager and Tourism Officer have focused on market surveys, client relations, event management, and sales. Expertise includes integrating ICT solutions in business development and enhancing customer experiences in the tourism sector. Work primarily covers Nigeria but also extends to Mauritius, reflecting a broad geographic and sectoral scope. Extensive experience in Nigeria and Mauritius demonstrates a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics. In Nigeria, work spans multiple sectors, including tourism, banking, and ICT, with a focus on regional development and business management. Academic pursuits in Mauritius further contribute to expertise in communication and public relations within an international context.

Languages and education

Bringing fluency in English and French, both UN official languages, the expert has utilized these language skills in professional settings across various sectors, including tourism and ICT, and in countries such as Nigeria and Mauritius. Additionally, proficiency in Hausa and Yoruba enhances the ability to work effectively in multilingual teams and diverse cultural environments. Educational background includes pursuing an MA in Communication and Public Relations at the University of Technology, Mauritius. The expert holds an MSc in Information Technology from the National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja, and has earned a Higher National Diploma and a National Diploma in Tourism from Kaduna Polytechnic, Nigeria.