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Nwakaego Bede-Nwokoye is an Educationist, Teacher Training Consultant and Social Entrepreneur.

Nwakaego is a passionate advocate for Quality, Adaptive, Equitable, Accessible & Affordable Education and Children’s Rights, – particularly for Early Childhood Education, Children with Special Needs, and Healthy Nutrition Intervention. She is also the co-founder of Kholia Group of Schools, Gbagada Lagos - an encompassing and hands-on Leadership Centre for Junior Kindergarten (JK) to Sixth Graders; focused on raising a generation of young Well-rounded, Ethical, Empathetic, Creative, Disciplined, Resilient, Critical Thinkers and Problem-solvers.

She is one of the co-founders of The ABC Project and iSERVE volunteer network, which is focused on supporting schools in rural and under-served urban communities through various direct interventions: Literacy & Numeracy workshops for teachers and Students using interactive learning tools both in face-to-face and online platforms. She is also on the Board of FORTEM Inspire – an NGO with a focused on Education, Leadership, and Sports Development for Teenagers.

Over the past two decades, her background and professional experiences span both the Financial Services and Education sectors. She has coached and mentored several high performance entry-level Teachers, and has also provided consulting services to some School Proprietors in the set up and management of various learning platforms, educational projects and curricula designs.

She is a social entrepreneur, community leader and life-long learner with diverse interests such as: Traveling with her family, Reading, Mentoring, Volunteering and Teaching.

Highlights of Educational and Professional Background
BSc. – Accountancy
University of Nigeria [UNN], Nsukka, Enugu, Nigeria - 1998

• Completed the National Youth Service Corp [NYSC] - 1999
• Worked in both First Atlantic and Fin Bank [Started her career in Banking as a Teller]
• Progressed in her career to the position of Head of Operations: 2000 - 2012
• Post-Graduate Diploma Certificate – Early Childhood Education [ECE] - 2012

Heritage House Montessori Centre [Accredited by MActe]

• Achieved her life-long career transition goal into the Education Sector - 2012
• Started her vocation of working with children and founded Kholia School - 2012

Post-Graduate Diploma– Education [PGDE] - 2023
National Open University Nigeria [NOUN]

• Achieved the professional capacity of imparting children from crèche, Nursery, Primary and Secondary schools

Teacher’s Registration Council of Nigeria: 2023

• Achieved the status of a professional teacher
• Achieved worldwide recognition as a teacher

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Joy Oparaji is an experienced Strategic Planning Manager with a strong track record of driving project execution to successful conclusions, supporting the development of business execution plans, and managing internal business plans. Skilled in data analysis, business cases, and high-degree commercial acumen. Strong planning and forecasting capabilities, with experience in senior management positions.

She is interested in education development, helping school to function effectively as teaching and learning communities by taking actions aimed at enhancing teaching. She is a specialists in this area and provides consultation on teaching, including class organization, evaluation of students, in-class teaching methods, active learning strategies, and all aspects of emerging teaching and learning technologies.

She has over 20 years of experience as management staff in the financial and education sector. she holds a first degree in English Education from the university of Calabar, with a master degree in Business administration from the university of Roehampton in united kingdom amongst other professional certifications – Six sigma Green belt , Six sigma black belt, a certified quality management lead auditor, certified manager of quality and organizational culture etc.

Top skills

• Business execution
• Cross functional collaboration
• Stakeholder management
• Resource planning
• Decision making
• Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis

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Seth is a highly creative Multimedia Journalist and Communications Executive with a keen interest in media relations and corporate PR and how they are applied to industry trends and developments.

He has a Master's degree in Advertising and Marketing from the University of Hull, where he also led a team of 30 postgraduate students to organize a successful event for Hull and East Yorkshire Children’s University, increasing media coverage by 10% over the previous year. Before that, he was a Broadcast Journalist and Communications Officer at Nigeria Info FM, Abuja, Nigeria where he surpassed monthly show listenership ratings by 60% through research and social media monitoring and enhanced the station’s brand affinity by 50% by addressing customers’ pain points and updating their online presence.

His core competencies include storytelling, event organization, reputation management, marketing strategy, and creating and strategizing omnichannel content distribution, with an understanding of traditional and emerging marketing channels essential in improving brand visibility and creating consistent customer experience with different target audiences. He is a problem solver with a creative flair, detail-oriented, thoughtful, and considerate. Seth is passionate about media relations and aspires to create impactful and engaging communications that resonate with diverse audiences.

He currently resides in Manchester, United Kingdom where he works as an Operational Communications Executive with Capita EMS.

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Yunis Benard is a seasoned professional in the field of finance and accounting,having my 1st degree in Insurance and another in Accounting from two indigenous Institution in Nigeria.I am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria(ICAN) as well as a proud member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN).I also hold an MSc in christian counseling from the Christian Leadership University (CLU) NY, USA.

Beyond my professional credentials, I actively contribute to the community through my role as a finance adviser for the Teenage Outreach Ministry PH (TOM). This voluntary position allows me to combine financial acumen with a passion for outreach, supporting TOM in its mission to make a positive impact on teenagers' lives.

In addition to my finance advisory role, I also serve as a valuable member of TOM's content team, ensuring that financial wisdom is seamlessly integrated into educational initiatives. This dual role highlights my ability to bridge the worlds of finance and education, leveraging my extensive experience as both a class teacher and a finance professional.

With a multifaceted background, I have honed my skills not only in the meticulous realms of accounting and taxation but also in the dynamic landscape of education. This diverse experience equips me with a unique perspective, allowing me to contribute strategically to Zohar School's financial management while understanding the nuances of an educational institution.

My journey as a Director of Finance is not just about numbers; it's about fostering financial health to support Zohar School's mission. I bring a blend of financial expertise, educational insight, and a passion for community service to create a well-rounded approach to financial leadership.

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Agomuo Chidimma Monica, HND, PGD, MBA, PGDE is a resourceful educationist, an administrator and an education consultant.

She is a certified licensed teacher with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). She bagged a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (2004). She also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from the National Teachers Institute (2012).

In pursuit of her life-long passion in education, Mrs Agomuo obtained certificates in young and early childhood learning which includes; certificate in Jolly Phonics- Chelis Education Consult, and Montessori training - Little Saints Montessori. She also attended and participated in numerous trainings, workshops and seminars such as Education Convention - Meadow Hall Foundation, Total School Branding - Flourish Gate Consult.

Mrs Agomuo has over twenty years working experience, with a holistic approach to both academic and administrative aspect of school.

Over the years, she has progressed through the hierarchy of school organisational structure. She served meritoriously as a class teacher in Imperial Springs Schools, Lekki. Then Edidot school, as class teacher and then a supervisor. Having excelled in her leadership skills, she was privileged to serve as Head of Schools for two schools; Master Moulders International Academy and Cicero Schools.

Mrs Agomuo Chidimma M. Is passionate about the learning, unlearning, and relearning of every young child.

Using her God- given talent, she will continue to render selfless services in mobilising parents/guardians, educators and care-givers to the development and overall well being of every young child into an excellent grown adult.

She is unequivocally committed to building a total child with her holistic approach to education.