Management Team

Honestus Ayobami Obadiora (PhD) is a development professional with over 15 years of experience implementing and coordinating community-based interventions in the NGO sector. He is certified in public health, business management & consultancy, result-based project management, and international development. Dr. Obadiora is passionately committed to sustainable development initiatives among the vulnerable groups.

Dr. Victor Osaretin Noruwa is a seasoned professional with over twenty (20) years practical experience in microfinance operations and management. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Economics and Statistics from the University of Benin, an MBA from Delta State University, Abraka, and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Atlantic International University, Honolulu,…

Mrs. Philomena Irowa Elijah holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education and Higher National Diploma (HND) in Secretarial Administration. She is highly experienced in Office Technology, Programing, Gender Mainstreaming, Enterprise Development and Management of NGOs, among others. She joined LAPO in 2000. Her previous engagements include Okungbowa and Sons, Benin City, Elf Oil Nigeria Ltd and…

Tessa Anota has over 23 years of progressive leadership experience in Programme/Project Management, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, Training Facilitation, Strategic Planning, Research, System Strengthening, Organizational Development and Performance management. A certified Management Consultant and a Chartered Strategic Management and Performance Consultant, she holds B.Sc. and Master’s degrees in Public Health Education

Dr James-Wisdom Abhulimen is an acknowledged Programme, Public Relations and Communications Specialist with over 20 years’ experience in community development, development communications and policy advocacy. A certified member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), he holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc) degree in Mass Media and Communication from the Atlantic International University, Honolulu,…

Mr. Andrew Udah holds Master’s degree in Agricultural Extension, Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Management and Higher National Diploma (HND) in Agricultural Extension and Management. He is a specialist in Community/Rural Development and has been involved in several rural development initiatives in LAPO.

Mr Alfred Oboh joined the organisation in 2003 and has served meritoriously in various capacities. A member of the Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management (CILRM) and a certified Microfinance Banker by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), he holds B.Sc. degree in Mathematics Education.

Stella Kieran-Ibekwe is head of Corporate Secretariat, Legal & Compliance unit. A certified Microfinance Banker and member of the Chartered Institute of Loan and Risk Management (CILRM), she is vastly experienced in money laundering and administrative control. Kieran-Ibekwe’s career spans over 18 years in the organization with a leading role in the design and implementation of…

Mr. Omotoye has over 14 years of experience in Microfinance with a specialization in Credit Operations. A member of the Chartered Institute of Loan & Risk Management (CILRM), he holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Town and Regional Planning from the Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo.

A Chartered Accountant, Mr. Idahosa Lucky holds B.Sc. degree in Accounting and Finance from the Delta State University, Abraka. He joined LAPO in 2009 as an Internal Auditor, appointed Regional Auditor in 2011, Head, Internal Audit & Control in 2013 and appointed Head, Finance & Accounts in August 2021.