NITAD governing council

An astute Consultant per Excellence, he has over 25 years’ experience in Training, Human Resource and Management Consulting. Trained as Quality Service Excellence Expert, he offers training and capacity building on Customer Service Excellence, Management, Strategic Management, Project Management, Procurement, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Pre-Retirement, Pension, Entrepreneurship, Finance, etc., for public and private sector’ employees. He also carries out Process and Organization Development Consulting, Training Needs Assessment, Reforms through staff audit, profiling and pigeon holing, amongst other numerous professional engagements. He Participated in several Leadership, Pre-Retirement Trainings, conducted series of Project monitoring and evaluation of several Federal Constituency Projects across the Country, including Resettlements and Empowerments for Poverty eradication and Job creation through some Federal Government MDAs.

Mr. Bulus holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, from University of Jos, two Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Human Resource Management from the National Open University of Nigeria and Nasarawa State University, Keffi, respectively. He is currently undergoing a Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) in Human Resource Management at Nasarawa State University, Keffi.

He is an accredited Management Trainer by Centre for Management Development (CMD), a member and Fellow of several professional bodies such as: Quality Service Institute of America (QSI), Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD), Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA), Certified Pension Institute of Nigeria (CPIN), Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants and a Certified Management Consultant, among others. He is currently the National 1st Vice President of Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD).

An accomplished Organization Development Specialist and Human Resource Development Expert, he has facilitated several Strategic Management Retreats, Capacity Building Programmes in MDAs at both Federal and States across the Country. He is currently the Managing Consultant of RockEdge Consulting Limited, Abuja and sits on the Board of many companies. He is married with 3 children.

Dr. Senbore is a consummate Banker, skilled, dedicated Learning & Development Professional, Human Resource Practitioner, Financial Expert, seasoned Administrator, Business Partner, Entrepreneur and well-read Faith Scholar of repute. He has over three decades of experience in Human Capital Management, and Strategic Business functions with Specialization in management and development, church and general administration, leadership, finance, development management, and Retail and Branch banking operations. His service to NITAD over the course of his years of membership include but are not limited to the following:
• National Treasurer
• Chairman, Membership/Certification Committee
• Vice Chairman, Membership Committee
• Chairman, Annual Trainers’ Conference
• Member, Governing Council of NITAD (7,8,9 and 10 Councils)
• Member, F&GP Committee
• Member, Fellowship Award Committee
• Member, Project Committee
• Member Collaboration & Consultancy Services Committee

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Benin and a Master of Science in Industrial and Labour Relations (MILR) from the University of Lagos. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (Management) (MBA) from Lagos State University, Lagos. He holds Upper Class in Advanced Diploma Facilities Management at the University of Lagos. He also studied for an Advanced Diploma in Project Management at the University of Lagos. He is studying Ph.D. Ethics at Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo State.

Olutoyin is a team player and a good Counselor by the training at the theological Seminary both at the first degree, Master and Doctoral levels, respectively. Dr. Senbore is also a good mentor, the activities he was hugely involved from the year 2005 as a Full Manager to 2009 as a Senior Manager in the First Bank of Nigeria PLC when he was assigned to mentor newly recruited young graduates in the Bank.

Dr. Senbore holds a 2nd B.Th. Bachelor of Theology from the Life Theological Seminary, Lagos. He holds a Master of Arts in Christian Leadership and Administration from Life Theological Seminary, Lagos. He holds a Doctor of Ministry (Specialization in Church Administration) from ECWA Theological Seminary, Igbaja, Kwara State. He is a trained and Ordained Minister in Christ Apostolic Church, Worldwide. DCC Olode from 2001 till date.

He attended several Leadership courses both in Nigeria and abroad. He also attended a Christian leadership course at Hagai Institute in Hawaii, USA in 2007. As part of the Award of Doctor of Ministry (Church Administration), He attended a leadership course at Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa in 2016. He is currently a Postgraduate student at Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Akure.

He is a Fellow of several Professional Bodies in Nigeria. He is happily married with a wife and children.

Mrs. Nnenna Christopher Nwadike, is an accomplished professional and has MSc., PGDE, and B.Tech. (Hons) degrees. She is a Chief Training Development Officer at the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Headquarters in Jos, Plateau State. With a comprehensive skill set, she specializes in conducting performance and productivity improvement surveys, along with safety surveys in various industries/companies.

Her role extends to the design and development of training programs, where she not only facilitates but also leads syndicate sessions during workshops and courses. She meticulously reviews and updates existing training packages, prepares instructional media, and adeptly coordinates training logistics. Additionally, Mrs. Nwadike is engaged in valuable research and evaluation endeavors.

Her expertise further extends to quality management systems, as she holds certifications as a Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor (PECB, Canada), actively participates in QMS Audits of ITF processes. She is also a Certified ISO 45001:2018 Lead Implementer in Occupational Health and Safety, showcasing her commitment to ensuring workplace safety standards.

Mrs. Nwadike's proficiency in environmental matters is evident through her passing the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) UK (Practical) - Assessing Environmental Aspects and Associated Impacts. She serves as a resource person with the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD) and the Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Mrs. Nwadike has been actively involved in the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government Owned Companies (SSASCGOC) ITF Branch, where she held the positions of 2nd Vice President for four years and later as the 1st Vice President for another four years, from 2015 to 2023. She represented SSASCGOC as a delegate to conferences and seminars nationwide, including Trade Union Congress (TUC) Women Commission, contributing significantly to the organization's initiatives.

Her commitment to professional development is evident through her journey with NITAD, where she began as an Associate Member in 2011, progressed to a Full Member, and achieved the prestigious status of Fellow in 2024. Currently serving as the Chairman of the Plateau State Branch, she previously held the interim Chairman position during its inauguration. Additionally, she serves as the Treasurer of the Institute of Safety Professionals, Plateau State Branch.

Mrs. Nwadike's contributions to NITAD have been recognized with the NITAD Appreciation Award for the successful conduct of the Maiden Edition of E-Voting at the 29th Annual Trainers' Conference in August 2022, where she served as a member of the electoral committee. Under her leadership, the Plateau State Branch has witnessed a notable increase in membership and received Most Improved Upcoming Branch at the 29th ATC. In addition, hosted the NITAD AGM in 2023 with an impressive turnout.

She has been an integral part of NITAD's governance, serving on both the 9th and 10th NITAD Councils, further showcasing her dedication to advancing the objectives of the Institute. With a diverse background spanning academia, training and managerial roles, Mrs. Nwadike continues to make significant contributions to the professional landscape in Nigeria.

Adeyemi Ajayi is a versatile professional who has consistently delivered values across various value chains and industry. He has handled various projects within and outside Nigeria. He has delivered various papers, spoken at different for a and trained over 15,000 persons within the past 6 years. He is a Globally Recognized HR Influencer and Facilitator; highly numerate and analytical. He possesses hands-on and brains-on experience in Human Resources, Business Analytics, Data Science, Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, Strategy & Advocacy, Business Process Management, Learning & Development, Training & Facilitation, Regulatory Compliance, Investment Management and Business Advisory.

Adeyemi Ajayi started his career in Akintola Williams Deloitte as a professional accountant and external auditor. He has worked as Internal Control Officer & Risk Manager in Bank PHB (now Keystone Bank). He has worked as pioneer Head, Risk Management Department of ARM Pensions; Head of Risk Management & Compliance with Alternative Capital Partners Ltd. Yemi is a Director in Synergy Insight, ACCAD Capital and Zurfol Consulting. He was the Director of Strategy, Advocacy and Stakeholders’ Relations with Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria. He was the African Regional Director- Talent Expertise International and currently the MD/CEO of Exitum Consulting Limited.

He is a member of a few professional bodies which includes ACCA, Global Association of Risk Professional, USA; Institute of Operational Risk in UK; Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, Nigerian Institute of Training & Development; International Association of Facilitators; Compliance Institute of Nigeria; Institute of Credit Administration of Nigeria; ISO31000 Certified Lead Manager and Global Mentor on LinkedIn. Adeyemi was a Chairman of Research and Publication Committee of CIPM and a representative of the Institute on the Tripartite Committee for the review of minimum wage of Labour in Nigeria. He has developed over 1,000 business policies and executed several management projects; which include process re-engineering, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Project, Business Continuity Management and Disaster Recovery Planning, Business Process Management, Human Capital Management, Product Development, Strategy Formulation and Research. He has been a Researcher for the Pensions Industry for over 10 years.

Adeyemi is a Researcher, Facilitator, Trainer, Risk Manager, Corporate Governance Expert, Management’s Consultant and a Writer.

He presented a paper to Harvard Business School MBA Class 2011 on "Reaching the unbanked in Africa".

Other awards and recognition: Top 150 Global HR Influencer, Top 8 African HR Thought Leader 2020, Salesbury HR Award Winner 2021.
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Mrs. Ayoade Abike Igbeyi was the President and Chairman of the 9th and 10th Council of NITAD.

She is an alumnus of University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University), Ile-Ife. She attended, bagged degrees and certificates from:
• University of Jos
• Stellenbosch University, South Africa
• Galilee Institute of Management, Israel (GIMI)
• National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Nigeria
• A member of Association of Talent Developers, USA.

She started her work career as a broadcaster with Plateau Television, Jos, as a programmes producer. She moved to Industrial Training Fund (ITF), where she retired meritoriously as a Director of Training, after 31+ years. Industrial Training Fund is Federal Government of Nigeria's foremost training Agency.

She led the team that won the "STAR PARTNER" Award in Entrepreneurship for the ITF in 2017, presented by the Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo (GCON).

She attended several self-development and sponsored programmes in Nigeria and in diaspora. She is a resource person in both public and private sectors of the Nigeria economy in relationship management, and entrepreneurship.

A practicing Learning and Development consultant with 34+ years experience, she is passionate in the development of youths through mentoring, coaching and counseling.

She is a silent achiever in her sphere of influence. A philanthropist, people Manager, she loves travelling and expanding her network. She's also a mother and an elegant grandma.

Kayode Ayodele Adejumo garnered cognate experience spanning over 25 years in Human Resource, Administration and General Management.

He is a seasoned Human Resource Practitioner and a Fellow of Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (FITD) and Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (FCIPM), as well as Full Member, Nigeria Institute of Management (MNIM). He holds Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Management from Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in Management) from University of Calabar and Advanced Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management from University of Lagos. He is a Licensed Human Resource Practitioner (HRPL), Licensed Learning and Development Practitioner – Nigerian Institute of Training & Development (NITAD) and a Certified Management Trainer by the Centre for Management Development (NCMD).

He was the HR Services Manager of Nigerite Limited where he served for 26 years before his retirement in July 2018; while in Nigerite, he was in charge of Recruitment, Industrial Relations, Staff Welfare and Administration, HR Information Systems, Performance Management, HR Policies and Procedures, Compensation and Reward Management amongst others.

Kayode was the Chief Operating Officer of Pageone Global Services between 2018 and 2020 before his appointment as Registrar / Chief Executive of Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD) in November 2020 till date. He is married with children.

Onwuliri, Edmund Chukwuma is a graduate of Theatre Arts from the University of Jos. He holds a PGD in Mass Communication from the National Open University of Nigeria, a Masters in Media Arts from the University of Abuja, where he is currently undertaking a Ph.D. in Media Arts. Edmund Onwuliri, is a researcher, an ardent learner and a prolific writer with publications in foreign and domestic journals including several book chapters and an edited volume. His research interests include Film (Documentary), Online Journalism, Social Media, Public Relations, and Cultural Studies.

He has put in over 30 years of meritorious service in the Nigerian public service. His tour of duty has seen him serve in the Information and Public Relations, General Administrative and Learning and Development sectors. He is the current Director, Planning, Research and Statistics at the National Directorate of Employment (NDE). Between 2022 and 2023, he served as the NITAD Coordinator for the South East Zone where he was responsible for advancing the vision of NITAD in the five South Eastern States. Apart from NITAD, Edmund Onwuliri, belongs to several professional bodies including the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE), Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN), Society of Nigeria Theatre Artists (SONTA) and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). He hails from Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State Nigeria and is happily married with children.

A vote for Edmund Chukwuma Onwuliri, is a vote for innovation, transparency and service.

Long live NITAD!

Adepoju Adenike Abiodun was born on 29th December, 1969 in Ibadan.

She had her primary education at Islamic Mission School I Bode Ibadan between 1976 - 1981. She had her Secondary Education at St. David’s High School Kudeti Ibadan between 1981 - 1986. She had her post secondary education at Go-Ahead Institute of Secretaries, Molete, Ibadan where she obtained a Diploma in Secretarial Studies between 1987 and 1989. She obtained Certificate in Computer from Ladoke Akintola University in 1994 She joined the Oyo State Government Civil Service on 14th August, 1990 as a Secretarial Assistant Grd.III GL.04 and rose to the post of Chief Staff Development Officer GL.14 in January 2022. She was admitted into Olabisi Onabanjo University to study Secretarial Administration and came out with Second Class Upper Division (2:1) in January 2007.

In 2015, she had her Master's Degree in Education - Business Education (Office Option).
She had her Ph.D in Business Education in November, 2022. She got married to Pastor Oladimeji Onayemi Adepoju. The union is blessed with beautiful children to the glory of God. She had attended many workshops/seminars and conferences too numerous to mention.

• Facilitated over 50 training programmes.
• Serves as resource person to training consultants at the Local Government Service Commission.
• Coordinated Teaching/Learning and Development activities at SASDC.
• Served as Chief Examiner at SASDC.
• Nominated and received award as Best Worker of the Year twice.
• Member of the Alumni of St. David's High School, Ibadan.
• President, Alumni of Second Coming of Jesus Christ Evangelical Church, Ibadan.
• Pastor, Head of Protocol and Sunday School Teacher at Followers of Christ Evangelical Global Ministry, where she's also the P.A. to the General Overseer.

Dr. (Mrs.) Adepoju, Adenike Abiodun is a goal-getter, resilient, dogged, hardworking, dutiful and charismatic woman who does not take no for an answer. She joined the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development in 2013 and has been active in all the activities of the Institute till date:
• Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development.
• Participated in over 20 webinar training sessions at the Institute.
• Participated in 3 out of 4 ATC held between 2019 and 2023.
• Passionate about getting new members enrolment into NITAD.

She is a very active Member of the Oyo State Chapter of NITAD of which she was a former Executive (Treasurer).

Adenrele Onikosi is the Founder/CEO of Conegelics Consulting International Ltd, a People Transformation Company. He is the Publisher of the Afrocentric Leadership Magazine. He is the Lead Faculty at the Maverick Manager® Institute.

Adenrele is a Fellow of Nigeria Institute of Training & Development (FITD), an Accredited Management Consultant (AMC), Associate Member of Association of Professional Recruitment Consultants (APRC),Fellow of International Management Consultants Board™ (FIMCB), a Strategic Business Development Professional (SBDP), Project Management Practitioner (PMP), Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management MCIPM, an HR Licensed Professional HRPL and a Certified Coach. He is a Learning and Development Specialist (LDS), from the LDNI (Leaning & Development Network International) an affiliate of ATD, USA.

Mr. Onikosi received training and certifications in Human Resource Management, Coaching, Leadership,Brand Management, Life Insurance, Business Development, Project Management, Positive Psychiatry &Mental Health and Electrical & Computer Engineering.

He is a certified Trainer & Consultant with General Electric, in the EMEA [Europe. Middle East & Sub Sahara] region. An Examiner with the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in Digital Banking & Disruptive Innovation, and he co-authored the Digital Banking & Agency Banking Study Pack for the CIBN professional Examination. He received his Trainers’ certification from the Leadership Acceleration for Business (LAB), a Mubadala Corporation & General Electric Global Learning Partnership in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

He has facilitated learning interventions (corporate training, leadership & corporate retreats & leadership coaching) in the UAE (Dubai & Abu Dhabi), Angola, South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria & Germany, with more than 15 nationalities in attendance. He was a columnist for 3 National Dailies in Nigeria and the author of 10 books including Mastering the Art of Presentation.

Fanope James Adekunle was born into the royal dynasty of the Fanope’s in Kabba, Kogi State, in the year 1968.

He had his primary and secondary education in Kabba, before proceeding to Kwara State College of Technology Ilorin, in 1986, where he bagged a Diploma in Project Management. He proceeded to the University of Jos in the year 1988 and came out successfully in 1991, with a B.Sc. Degree in Political Science (Second Class Hons., Upper Division). He's also a Master of Science Degree Holder in Industrial Relation and Personnel Management.

Fanope James Adekunle, is the Deputy Director/Training Manager, Industrial Training Fund/Industrial Skills Training Centre, Ikeja.

Professional Bodies:
1. Nigerian Institute of Training & Development (NITAD) since 2001.
2. Nigeria Institute for Industrial Relations & Personnel Management.
3. Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria.
4. Fellow of Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (awarded May, 2022).

Fanope is well travelled and have attended several courses, workshops, seminars and conferences, locally and internationally. The Fund (ITF) sponsored him for a Specialist Diploma Programme in Industrial Engineering and Productivity Improvement at PSB Academy, Singapore in 2011. He was also sponsored by the ITF to attend "Safety Professional Certification in Occupational Health and Safety" awarded by NEBOSH IGC-HSE at Astutis, London, in the year 2013.

He equally has attended several self-development courses in Nigeria sponsored by himself and the Industrial Training Fund.

Fanope is happily married with children.

Commonwealth Secretariat-trained trainer, Taofeeq Oladiran Ajetunmobi is a consummate educator, trainer and communication practitioner with over two decades of practice experience in Public Affairs and Organisational Communication. He is a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD) and a Member of the Association of Communication Scholars and Practitioners of Nigeria (ACSPN).

An elected member of the 10th Council of the Institute and currently the Chairman of the Communications Committee, he has contributed to the development of the Institute in the following ways:
• He led the successful pitch for website service providers in the desire of the Institute to revitalise and rebuild the website of the Institute;
• Consistently served as Master of Ceremonies/Compere at the Annual Trainers Conference;
• Worked with the Learning and Development Committee to ensure effective moderation of the Institute’s webinars;
• Worked with the Secretariat to ensure favourable mention of the Institute in the Mass Media consistent with available resources.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree from the University of Ife, a PG Diploma from the Nigerian Institute of Journalism in Public Relations, a Diploma in Computer Utilisation and Desktop Publishing and a Master of Public and International Affairs Degree from the University of Lagos.

He has attended several local and international training programmes and conferences including the highly rated International Public Administration and Management Course at the Galilee International Management Institute (GIMI) Israel and the Organisational Development programme titled Project Khaedu by the South African National School of Government.

He is currently the Lead Consultant at Successrite Consultancy Services Limited, a firm with specialisation in Public Sector Management and Leadership, after having retired as Director of Public Affairs and Programme Leader at Lagos State Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC) Magodo, where he combined PR practice with facilitating learning on communication, Public Relations, leadership, general management and ICT training programmes.

He is happily married with children.

Theophilus Oghenetega ADEGOR holds a B.Sc. degree in Geography (1989) and an MBA in Management (2006). Professionally, he is a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD), a Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM), and also an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC Nigeria).

Theo Adegor has about 30 years working experience, with about 20 years in the Private Sector, including stints at Nigerian Breweries Pie (NB Pie), Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), and about 13 years in the Public Sector with Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). His working experiences, through which he gained key skills and knowledge, were in diverse areas spanning Personnel/HR Management, HR and Training Consultancy, Logistics Management, Sales and Marketing Management, and Government Relations.

Currently, he is the Ag. Director of the Career & Skills Development Department of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, overseeing the FIRS Training School nationwide. This department manages all knowledge, capacity, skills and competence development of all staff in the Service.

Theo has facilitated on a number of courses/programmes on topics covering HR Management, Leadership Development, Marketing and also Pre-Retirement programmes.