
Guiding principle
Throughout my career, my mission has remained the same: advancing Africa’s economic sovereignty through industrialization, trade, infrastructure, and innovation.
Professional Experience
Public Service & Leadership in the African Union
2022 to present
2019 to 2022
2018 to 2019
2014 to 2018
2014
2012 to 2014
2007 to 2011
2001 to 2007
Director of Economic Integration, Industrialization & Infrastructure – AUDA-NEPAD
Managing key continental initiatives, including:
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Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA): Strengthening regional connectivity in transport, energy, water, and digital infrastructure.
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AfCFTA Implementation: Enhancing intra-African trade and supply chains..
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Special Economic Zones (SEZs) Financing: Developing investment-ready industrial parks.
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Continental Power Systems Master Plan (CMP): Driving Africa’s unified electricity market.
Director of Programme Execution & Coordination – AUDA-NEPAD
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Oversaw industrialization, trade facilitation, infrastructure, and agriculture projects aligned with Agenda 2063.
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Led the AfCFTA impact assessment and PIDA implementation.o
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Spearheaded private sector engagement to accelerate Africa’s economic transformation.
Director of Operations – AUDA-NEPAD
Spearheaded the transformation of NEPAD into AUDA-NEPAD, securing key financial
and institutional reforms.
Director of Administration & HR – African Union Commission
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Led major institutional reforms, modernized HR and procurement systems.
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Introduced SAP-based ERP solutions, enhancing operational efficiency.
Private Sector Leadership
Ecobank
Directed organizational development strategies, integrating HR systems and leadership programs across 35+ markets.
Nestlé Asia, Oceania, Africa
Led industrial performance and leadership development across multiple markets, enhancing operational excellence.
Nestlé Côte d’Ivoire
Served as HR Director, driving workforce optimization, talent development, and industrial relations.
Schlumberger
Led HRIS implementation across West and Southern Africa, optimizing workforce planning.