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.”
PAULA OKO
HR/ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Paula Oko
Paula Oko is a human rights activist and writer. She is passionate about educating people about the ills of illegal migration.
Adaji Andrew
PROGRAM MANAGER
ADAJI ANDREW
Development) at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. He is also working towards a Doctor of Philosophy in Leadership and Development Studies from Federal University Lokoja. With over twelve years of professional experience, Andrew has significantly contributed to project and program management, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), business development, and capacity development/system strengthening. He has worked with numerous NGOs and CBOs on projects funded by international bodies such as PEPFAR, the Global Fund, USAID, US Embassy, and the World Bank in Nigeria.
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
JULINAN ONOUHA
FINANCE OFFICER
JULINAN ONOUHA
Juliana Onuoha is a first-class graduate from Bingham University with a BSc in Accounting (Honors). She is an associate chartered accountant with ICAN and is experienced in the intricacies of tax, audit, financial management, and internal control systems. She has served in various capacities as a Financial Consultant to industries such as Oil & Gas, Hospitality, Education, NGO and the Real Estate Sector. She is self-motivated, smart and full of energy to work in any given capacity, especially in the areas of Strategic Planning, Vision mapping and Financial Management. She is a high executioner who hopes to expand in Financial Technology and Forensic Accounting via a Masters’s Programme in the aforementioned field. She enjoys travelling, YouTubing, Researching Mentorship, and writing
Uboho Anthony
Monitoring & Evaluation OFFICER
UBOHO ANTHONY
Uboho Anthony is a public health consultant and Monitoring, evaluation, learning and knowledge management expert and has navigated the development sector for half a decade now. He is an indigen of Akwa Ibom state, a graduate of Biochemistry from the University of Uyo with a master’s degree in public health(completing) from Amadu Bellow University, Zaria. He is a passionate reader and positive thinker who advocates for the rights of orphans and vulnerable children as well as human rights through participatory processes of various projects he co-implemented. He hopes and believes that through his concerted effort, the world can be co-created in a more meaningful way so that every member of society, irrespective of race, tribe, class, etc., has a sense of belonging with zero stereotypes.
Janet Homo
Project Lead, Lagos State
Janet Homo
PETER MADUOMA
Audiovisual/Graphics ASSISTANT
Jennifer Ikwueze
COMMUNICATION ASSISTANT
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.
Winifred Iorkaha
FINANCE Intern
WINIFRED IORKAHA
My name is Winifred Iember Iorkaha, and I am from Benue State, specifically from the Buruku Local Government Area. I have a background in Accounting. Currently, I am serving as the Finance Intern at the Devaatop Centre For Africa Development in Abuja. In my leisure time, I enjoy discovering new things and reading.
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
ADMIN INTERN (nysc)
PRAISE ESEAGWU
Becky Ene Akor
CASE MANAGER &VICTIM SUPPORT ASSISTANT
BECKY ENE AKOR
Deborah Abdul
Community Liaison Assistant, Lagos State
DEBORAH ABDUL
As a Community Liaison Assistant, I excel in fostering positive relationships between diverse community groups and the organization. With strong interpersonal skills, I facilitate effective communication, address concerns, and collaborate on initiatives that enhance community engagement. My commitment to understanding community needs and bridging gaps ensures a harmonious and inclusive environment.
Hannah Okodike
Community Liaison Assistant, Lagos State
Hannah Okodike
Peculiar Inana
Monitoring &Evaluation Lead, Lagos State
Peculiar Inana
Muhammed Suleiman
Admin Assistant (Intern)
Muhammed Suleiman
Muhammed Suleiman is a Mass Communication Graduate from Kaduna Polytechnic and he is interests include Research, Traveling, Football and Serving Humanity.
Simiat Kotun
Program INTERN (NYSC)
SIMIAT KOTUN
Emmanuel Augustine
ICT OFFICER
Emmanuel Augustine
Emmanuel Augustine is a seasoned IT Specialist with over six years of experience in IT Administration. His expertise spans a wide range of functions, including system and network support, hardware/software installation, deployment, and troubleshooting, ensuring the smooth and reliable operation of computer systems.
He has a proven track record of coordinating and managing the communication aspects of international donor-funded projects such as USAID, UNFPA, the US Embassy, and the Freedom Fund.
Emmanuel’s skill set is diverse and includes hardware/software configurations, backup and disaster recovery management, and communication strategy development and implementation. He also possesses strong competencies in website design and management, search engine optimization, and digital media.
In addition to his technical skills, Augustine is adept at social media campaign creation and marketing. His diverse proficiencies enable him to contribute effectively to any organization’s IT and communication needs. His commitment to excellence and broad skill set make him a valuable asset to any team.
Nora Doove Nongu
PROGRAM OFFICER
NORA DOOVE NONGU
Nora Doove Nongu is a dedicated and highly skilled professional with a robust background in project management, administrative, development and humanitarian initiatives. With over 11 years of experience in field and technical roles within the private, development and humanitarian sectors. Nora’s commitment to driving positive change is evident through her multifaceted skill set, including strong analytical research abilities and interdisciplinary problem-solving approaches. She is an advocate of gender equality and social inclusion in programming. Nora’s extensive trainings and certifications in humanitarian leadership, project management, disaster risk mitigation, and advocacy further underscore her dedication to professional development and making meaningful contributions to societal challenges. Nora aspires to leverage her skills and experiences to drive impactful change
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.
