Meet the md/ceo
Ifeanyi Igwebike Mbanefo
Museums and Monuments Academy Limited, has vast experience in journalism, public service, community relations, public affairs, corporate communication and speech writing. He had previously worked with The Guardian Newspapers {Nigeria}, as Copy Editor, African Concord Magazine as Assistant Editor, Independent Newspapers {Nigeria} as Political Editor, Reuters International News Agency as Stringer and Federal Civil Service {Nigeria} as Chief Public Affairs Officer.
African Gold Quill Award winner for Crises Communication, finalist for World Gold Quill Award Competition (IABC, 2011) and finalist Golden World Awards for Corporate Communication, International Public Relations Association 2011, Igwebike has vast connections within the media at local, regional and continental {African} levels.
Igwebike who retired from Nigeria LNG Limited in December 2017 held several positions, including Manager, Corporate Communication and Public Affairs, Manager, Community Relations and Manager, Corporate Business Logistic Services. He is currently a visiting member of the Editorial Board of several newspapers, Nigeria.
Igwebike is mostly remembered in Nigeria for his weekly profile columns in The Guardian, and for initiating Africa’s most prestigious prizes – The Nigeria Prize for Science and The Nigeria Prize for Literature – sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited, the yearly prestigious gala for award of the prizes – The Grand Award Night, the company’s N500 million Microcredit Scheme for host communities and extensive reforms of the company’s host community.
DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR
Rosemary Ebele Nwangwu
Rosemary Ebele Nwangwu holds a PhD. in Education accompanied with a teaching career that spans through secondary to tertiary up to Senior Lecturer in the University of Lagos. With over thirty years post PhD research and practice experience work in both emergency, humanitarian and development contexts, Rosemary is a seasoned technocrat grounded in education at policy and implementation levels and versed in issues and challenges of massifying education and learning in developing contexts.
Constantly exploring strategies and techniques for widening access for every child, Rosemary has engaged governments, communities, parents, and guardians in evolving sustainable solutions to widening access. With programming experience in UNESCO, UNICEF, and extended partnerships with development agencies including the World Bank, USAID, FCDO among others, Rosemary has started and concluded participatory conversations that have generated evidence and sustainable strategies that successfully addressed access and quality in education. Rosemary has worked with government partners in Nigeria, Eritrea, Erbil (Iraq), South Sudan, and Liberia and developed for these countries, strategies and frameworks for addressing out-of-school children, planning for education and training teachers for enhanced quality in their art of teaching and service delivery.
As a Research Fellow and Assistant Team Lead in the conduct of a landmark Japan-in-Trust funded, and UNESCO supported Education Sector Analysis (ESA, 2001-2003), Rosemary managed 45 consultants who worked on primary 45 studies spanning from early childhood education to tertiary education including adult and non-formal education; editing and summarizing the reports and coming up with a synthesis that has been tagged with the responsibility of re-engineering the education sector in Nigeria.
Getrude Ossi
• Pioneered Health Insurance Program rollout in Nigeria
• Expertise in Remote Caregiving and Public Health Management
• Proven track record in program implementation and accreditation
• Passionate advocate for community health and empowerment
• Leader with exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Ossi Getrude is a luminary and a beacon of compassion and expertise in the healthcare landscape.
With a rich Nursing background and a Master's in Public Health Education, Ossi brings over 30 years of dedication to the forefront of public health.
Her illustrious career spans esteemed institutions like Eko Hospitals Plc, Nigerian Reinsurance, and the National Health Insurance Scheme, where she has masterfully planned, implemented, and managed transformative public healthcare programs – both within and beyond hospital settings.
As a Director at the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Ossi pioneered the rollout of Nigeria's Health Insurance Program, spearheading initiatives in the South Eastern and South South States. Her meticulous approach ensured seamless implementation, accreditation, and data-driven success.
Ossi's expertise shines in Remote Caregiving Consultations, problem-solving, and fostering exceptional interpersonal relationships. Her passion for empowering communities is evident in her work with CENFET, where she educated mothers on nutrition and childcare.
Detail-oriented and driven by a deep love for her work, Ossi Gertrude embodies the perfect blend of technical prowess and heartfelt service. Her legacy is a testament to the power of dedication and compassion in shaping a healthier tomorrow.
Getrude is a director in charge of National Operations and Geriatric care with NU3A.
GBOB CHIBUIKE NWANGWU
- Strategic Project Development - Financial Management & Oversight - Leadership & Organizational Growth - Community Impact & Advocacy Accomplished Estate Developer and Businessman, Bob Chibuike Nwangwu spearheads, (or leads) multiple high-impact projects across Nigeria's major cities. He specializes in turnkey developments and project incubation, leveraging his expertise to conceptualize, structure, and deliver large-scale projects from inception to completion. A seasoned Accountant with a proven track record in financial management and strategic oversight, Bob brings precision and foresight to every venture. His academic credentials include a Master's in International Human Resources from the University of Glasgow, blending financial acumen with global insights on leadership and organizational development. Committed to driving positive change, Bob is an Executive Director at CENFET and Gabriel's Disability Initiative. He is passionate about politics, current affairs, and social issues that shape society. A fitness enthusiast, avid traveller and engaging conversationalist, Bob embodies a unique blend of professional excellence and personal integrity.
Who we are
U3A (University of the Third Age) is a global movement for older adults (retired or semi-retired) to learn, stay active, and socialize in informal, peer-led groups, focusing on lifelong learning, well-being, and sharing skills, with local groups and online opportunities available, promoting an active and healthy older life. It’s about continuing education and engagement outside formal careers, fostering friendship and fun.
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