I am currently an assistant Biodiversity Manager with Lagos Free Zone, Nigeria. I am leading the biodiversity conservation projects of the Company ranging from flora and fauna diversity of the Zone, development of about 40 hectares green and blue covers within the Zone to biodiversity offset projects on over 1,000 hectares in two different sites (Omo Forest & Ekiadolor Forest Reserve) outside the Zones.
Similarly, I am also remotely coordinating the Southwest Atlas Team of the Nigerian Bird Atlas Project of the A.P. Leventis Ornithological Research Institute (APLORI), Jos. The aim of the project is to document the distributions and status of the Nigerian avifauna species.
I have 13 Years+ of experience in education and research, environmental sustainability and conservation. I hold a Master’s degree in Environmental Toxicology & Pollution Management, diploma in Estimation of GHG Emissions & Carbon Sequestration in AFOLU - WBG Institute USA, diploma in Introductory Ornithology Field Course - APLORI / National Geographic Society, HSE-MS PMPI certified. I am an IBA / KBA Mapping and Monitoring Specialist, Environmental Risk Assessor, Spatial Data Analyst (QGIS), Biodiversity and socio-economy researcher, Wildlife Hazard Assessor, Avian Ecologist, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) advocate, Protected Area Management Specialist. I am a Member of British Ecological Society (BES) UK, Associate member of Society for Environmental Toxicology and Pollution Management (SETPOM), Member of Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), Member of Environmental Conservation Volunteer (ECV), Member of Nigerian Society for Environmental Conservation (NSEC), Member of Ibadan Bird Club (IBC). Bi-lingual in English & Yoruba.
I am a PhD candidate at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU), Vienna, Austria, researching how citizen science and participatory approaches can support forest fire risk reduction in mountainous regions.
I’ve played sports since high school, so I joined a local softball league to stay in shape and meet new people in the area. I’m the captain of our team this year, so I ask my team to show up an hour early to warm up and run some plays before the game. I even helped a fellow team members improve their swing. I encourage everyone to communicate during the game and try to keep each player involved so they can get more experience. I want to be a leader in my next employment position, and my experience as a team captain has provided me with opportunities to conduct training and boost morale in tough situations.
Caring for the Earth is as essential as protecting the organisms within it. Growing up in a community rich in natural resources, yet the lack of ecological awareness led to the vulnerability of biodiversity (flora and fauna) due to devastating environmental degradation. This sparked a pivotal shift in my career path. Instead of healing people (children) as a pediatrician, I chose to heal ecosystems as a Wildlife Biologist and Ecologist.
I am currently pursuing an MPhil in Wildlife and Range Management at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). I have spent the last five years actively contributing to conservation efforts in Ghana. My experience spans roles at the Kumasi Zoological Gardens, Safari Valley Eco Resort (Safari Eco Park), Resource Management Support Center (RMSC), and field research at Mole National Park. I have developed interpersonal, technical, and soft skills in education, outreach, and tour guiding, wildlife Management and research, and GIS and remote sensing applications.
I am driven by the ambition to be a Voice for Wildlife, and I am eager to contribute my skills to a multidisciplinary team like the WildHub Community, where I can help protect Earth’s biodiversity. My love for wildlife and biodiversity has motivated me in every step of my career in the new phase of my life. I hope to take the right direction in fulfilling my passion of caring for wildlife and nature that nurtures us.
Being a Voice for Wildlife
I am a dedicated project coordinator with a strong background in skill development and livelihood projects, currently based in Jharkhand, India. With a Master's degree in social work, I have spent several years working in various community-focused initiatives, aiming to uplift and empower individuals and communities. However, my true passion lies in the wild, and I have an ardent desire to embark on a career dedicated to wildlife conservation. At 36 years of age, I am eagerly looking forward to combining my skills and experience with my love for the natural world, to make a meaningful contribution to wildlife preservation and protection.
I am an aquatic scientist and marine conservationist with over a decade of dedicated experience in fisheries management, community empowerment, and sustainable marine resource governance. Driven by impact and community-centered approaches, I continue to champion innovative marine solutions that integrate biodiversity protection, economic empowerment, and climate resilience along Kenya’s coastal waters.
