Osuigwe Joseph
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Osuigwe Joseph
Joseph Osuigwe is a human rights advocate, social entrepreneur, and author with over 12 years of experience in the human rights field and educational sector.
During his National Youth Service in 2013, he initiated a groundbreaking community development project aimed at training over 2000 students and teachers across five communities in combating human trafficking and providing educational support. This project received an award from the Federal Capital Territory and later evolved into the establishment of Devatop Centre for Africa Development, a human rights organization officially incorporated in 2016.
As the visionary founder of TALKAM Human Rights Initiative, Joseph drives a transformative civic tech initiative that harnesses innovative technologies like the TALKAM App to catalyze actions towards the promotion and protection of human rights in Africa.
He is the initiator of The Academy for Prevention of Human Trafficking and Other Related Matters (TAPHOM).
In 2018, he was selected by the U.S Government for an International Visitors Leadership Program focusing on anti-trafficking efforts in the United States.
He has served as a technical advisor to European Union-funded project (The Action Against Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants in Nigeria)
As the Executive Director of Devatop Centre for Africa Development, Joseph has worked with his creative team to propel the organization to the forefront of civic-tech utilization in human rights advocacy. Under his leadership, the organization has globally deployed TALKAM Human Rights App(www.talkam.app), thereby expanding its impact “From Africa to the World.”
Nora Doove Nongu
HEAD OF PROGRAM
NORA DOOVE NONGU
Nora Doove Nongu is a human rights activist and writer. She is passionate about educating people about the ills of illegal migration.
Ojo Wale Samuel
Head Of ICT
Ojo Wale Samuel
I am a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Support Engineer with over Ten (10) years of experience in managing and troubleshooting IT infrastructure, systems, and networks. I have developed a diverse set of skills, knowledge, and experience through a combination of academic studies, leisure pursuits, and work experience. I am a highly motivated and diligent individual, I effectively collaborate with others, while also possessing the ability to work independently and take initiative. I approach work with enthusiasm and maintain a keen eye for detail when required, as well as having the ability to plan and prioritize projects effectively, even when faced with conflicting demands. I am seeking a challenging position in a dynamic organization where my technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and leadership abilities can be fully utilized. I am committed to building a successful and fulfilling career with a forward-thinking company that values personal and professional development. Moreover, I am a man of integrity, guided by a strong moral, ethical, and social compass.
Jubilee Ibik
Programs Assistant (Enugu)
Jubilee
Jubilee is a creative free thinker with excellent communication and project management skills. With a keen eye for detail, she ensures seamless execution of all programs in Enugu
Matthew Animasahun
PROJECT ASSISTANT (SOKOTO)
Matthew Sunday Animasahun
Matthew Sunday Animasahun is a Project Assistant at Devatop Center For Africa Development in Sokoto State with more than Five years working experience in the Humanitarian Sector. I am a graduate from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Currently serving as the focal person in Sokoto State for TATIP project funded by USAID and Palladium and Implemented by Devatop Centre for Africa Development.
Jennifer Ikwueze
CORPS MEMBER
SHAIBU ONUVAVA TAHIR
FINANCE OFFICER
Shaibu Onuvava Tahir
I am self –motivated finance expert with over 20 years working experience as a
Finance/Admin Officer. I worked with non-profit and for- profit organizations with
high level of professionalism. I am an Associate Cost and Management Accountant
(ACMA) From the Chartered Institute of Cost and Management Accountant, Abuja. I
holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting and has served as Acting
Head of Department, Finance and Admin in Gobarau Microfinance Bank and also as
an Auditor in Adeshina Kamar & co, a Chartered Accounting firm where i served as
Audit Trainee.
I worked as Finance Officer with Family Health and Youth Empowerment
Organization (FAHYE) implementing the Core Group Polio Project (CGPP) and
Reaching and Empowering Adolescents to make informed Choices of their Health
(REACH) project funded by Save the Children International (SCI) in Katsina state.
I have also worked with the Initiative for Women and Girls Right Advancement
(IWOGRA) as Finance Officer for Strengthening the Capacity of Local Women’s
Right Organizations to Combat Violence Against Women and Girls (SLOC-VAWG)
Project funded by Action Aid Nigeria (AAN) in FCT, Abuja.
I am currently with Devatop Centre for Africa Development.as Finance Officer in
FCT. Devatop Centre for Africa Development is a leading youth-led anti-human
trafficking and human rights organization in Nigeria, with focus on combating human
trafficking, gender-based violence, irregular migration, and supporting survivors and
at-risk youth.
I have attended series of training in Financial Management /Donor compliance,
Auditing. These have given me the opportunity to successfully manage critical
accounts/finance issues.
I actively involved in Budget/work planning, and Procurement processing for the
Organization according to the organization / Donor’s policy.
Beside these, I am proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications with
emphasis on Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Quick book accounting
software.
Janet Homo
Project Lead, Lagos State
Janet Homo
Muhammed Suleiman
HR/Admin Assistant
Muhammed Suleiman
Muhammed Suleiman is a Mass Communication Graduate from Kaduna Polytechnic and he is interests include Research, Traveling, Football and Serving Humanity.
PETER MADUOMA
Audiovisual/Graphics ASSISTANT
Peter Maduoma
Peter Maduoma is a Graphic Designer and Video Editor. He is passionate about Design, Content Creation and Photography.
Jennifer Ikwueze
COMMUNICATION ASSISTANT
Jennifer Ikwueze
Ikwueze Chiamaka Jennifer is a graduate of History and Diplomatic Studies from the University of Abuja. with more than 3 years of working experience in the Humanitarian Sector as a Communications Specialist. She is passionate about impacting the society positively and continuous self development.
Matthew Animasahun
PROJECT ASSISTANT (SOKOTO)
Matthew Sunday Animasahun
Matthew Sunday Animasahun is a Project Assistant at Devatop Center For Africa Development in Sokoto State with more than Five years working experience in the Humanitarian Sector. I am a graduate from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Currently serving as the focal person in Sokoto State for TATIP project funded by USAID and Palladium and Implemented by Devatop Centre for Africa Development.
Olushi Sunday Ibirogba
ADMIN LEAD, Lagos State
OLUSHI SUNDAY IBIROGBA
Graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State & National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos. Passionate about social, community and humanitarian development.
Praise Eseagwu
Finance Assistant
PRAISE ESEAGWU
Peculiar Inana
Monitoring &Evaluation Lead, Lagos State
Peculiar Inana
Alheri Zwandor
CASE MANAGER & VICTIM SUPPORT ASSISTANT
Alheri
With over 8 years of experience in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Alheri is a compassionate and impact-driven professional committed to the healing and empowerment of vulnerable populations. As a Case Management and Survivor Support Assistant, she brings a trauma-informed, survivor-centred approach to psychosocial care, ensuring that individuals, particularly, receive the support they need to recover and rebuild.
Alheri is skilled in coordinating esteem-building programs, facilitating gender-based violence (GBV) awareness campaigns, and connecting survivors to vital resources and services. Her background in project management and social advocacy enhances her ability to design and implement holistic interventions that foster emotional resilience and social reintegration.
Known for her empathetic nature and strategic mindset, Alheri is deeply passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces where individuals can thrive mentally, emotionally, and socially. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to human dignity, mental wellness, and transformative support.
Hannah Okodike
Community Liaison Assistant, Lagos State
Hannah Okodike
Victor ABBA EDACHE
Community Liaison Assistant, Lagos State
Victor
Victor Abba is a dedicated community development professional with over a decade of experience working at the grassroots level to drive social impact. At DEVATOP, he serves as a Community Liaison Assistant, supporting community engagement, awareness campaigns, and local partnerships to combat human trafficking and exploitation.
Victor has previously worked with the Nigerian Red Cross Society as a Community Field Officer, where he mobilized and sensitized communities, facilitated change-oriented initiatives, and led project implementation. His experience also includes roles in project management, client liaison, and administrative consulting with organizations such as Empowering Eve, Enovell Telecoms, and 3HF Foundation.
With strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, Victor plays a vital role in fostering community trust and collaboration in DEVATOP’s field operations. He is passionate about education, youth empowerment, and social justice.
Ozor Ugonna Kingsley
Project Assistant, Enugu State.
OZOR UGONNA KINGSLEY
Ozor Ugonna Kingsley is a Community Development enthusiast, serial Volunteer, Social Crusader and Human Capital Development specialist. Ozor’s special interest is on Youth, Technology and Agricultural Development. With vast experiences in community organizing, he has a great knack for working in Rural Communities owing to his passion in closing the vulnerability gaps in all facets of human interactions especially as it affects underprivileged groups.
Ozor, is currently serving in different leadership capacities within the Civic Space as a member of various local and international Civil Society Coalitions and his disposition to excellence fused with active Civic Engagement has sustained his relevance in the Sector while he is contributing significantly to the grooming of young Change Makers since 2005 leading to his impressive track records.
Ozor has not compromised consistency since he chose the path of Charity and Activism hence his far-reaching humanitarian impacts.
He is a trained and certified Community Volunteer (CV), Community Facilitator (CF), Community Mobilizer (CM), Case Manager (CM), Field Enumerator (FE), Field Assistant (FA), Election Observer (EO), Community Champion and Leadership Coach.
As a renowned Rural Advocate, he is also a trained Sociologist and Anthropologist with Enugu State University of Science and Technology, (ESUT).
Augustine Emmanuel
ICT OFFICER
Janet Homo
Admin Lead, Lagos State
Janet Homo
Osuigwe Joseph
Executive Director
Osuigwe Joseph is anti-human trafficking advocate, author, educator, and gender equality champion. He studied education and mathematics from University of Nigeria Nsukka.
Emmanuel Obiabor
Grant & Program Coordinator
Grace Kalu
Program OFFICER
Shaibu Tahir
ACCOUNT OFFICER
Paula Oko
HR/Administrative Assistant
Paula Oko is a human rights activist and writer. She is passionate about educating people about the ills of illegal migration.
