Oluwaferanmi Iyanda

Feranmi Iyanda is the Director Programmes at Step Up Nigeria and Manager of the South-West office in Lagos State. She is a development professional with specific expertise in anti-corruption education, communications and government relations. She is the coordinator of Step Up Nigeria’s Catch Them Young Initiative and the annual Anti-corruption Star Awards. Feranmi also serves as the communications manager and anchor of Step Up Nigeria’s podcast series and YouTube channel. Feranmi is currently the West African Youth Anti-corruption Ambassador. 

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Andrew Idoko

Andrew Idoko is a social development worker and currently the Deputy Director of Programmes at Step Up Nigeria. He possesses a wealth of knowledge, experience and skills in development, having worked for over five (5) years in the development sector and has a Masters in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Prior to his current position with Step Up Nigeria, he worked with several INGOs and NGOs in the design and implementation of projects aimed at promoting good governance, effective service delivery, gender equality, human rights as well as secure and stable communities in challenging environments of North East and North Central Nigeria.

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Grace Ezema

Grace Ezema is the Head of Operations at Step Up Nigeria. She is an experienced professional in financial advisory, budget management, administration, human resource and programme support to the team. She is certified in Accounting Principles, Strategy and Operations from the International Business Management Institute – Germany (IBMI).

Halimat Olufade

Halimat Olufade is the Head of Programme Delivery at Step Up Nigeria. She provides programme, monitoring and evaluation, and business development support to the team. She holds a masters in Peace and Development.

Alhamdu Saidu

Alhamdu Saidu is a Programme Admin & Logistics Associate at Step Up Nigeria where he provides support to the administrative, programs, and finance team. He also manages logistics functions for Step Up Nigeria.

Gina Anthony Essien

Gina Anthony Essien is a Senior Programme Associate at Step Up Nigeria. She provides support to the Programme Associates, Program Manager and the Programme Director. She has experience in community engagement, client relationships and admin/operations.

Faith James

Faith James is a Programme Associate at Step Up Nigeria, where she supports programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation of data. She is keen on advocacy around good governance and civic participation which is key to her work with the team. She is certified in Agile project management which gives her an edge in implementing projects efficiently.

Godfrey Itatu

Godfrey Itatu is a human capacity development enthusiast with strong interest in youth entrepreneurship, business development and achievement motivation. He is passionate about the intersection between data and decision making and currently serves as a Programme Associate and Data Analyst at Step Up Nigeria where he helps to collate, store, analyse and report on the data findings of the organization.

Judith Wobin

Judith Wobin serves as a Programme Assistant at Step Up Nigeria, where she offers support to the team and maintains the office.

Goodness James

Goodness James is a Programme Associate at Step Up Nigeria. She holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations and diplomacy and a master’s degree in peace and conflict studies.
She is enthusiastic about the developmental space, early childhood education, and technology. She loves to plan, design and organize programmes. She finds children fascinating and dedicates her time and investment to educating them. When she is not working, she visits new places, listens to podcasts, or can be found reading a book. She is an avid reader and loves to read African literature.

Iyua Hannah Gbamwuan

Iyua Hannah Gbamwuan is a Programme and Finance Associate at Step Up Nigeria. Hannah is a highly motivated and dedicated individual with a passion for continuous learning and personal growth, inspired by the desire to contribute to positive change and development. Beyond her professional endeavors, she is an avid learner, constantly seeking new knowledge and challenges to broaden her horizons. Her drive to make a difference, combined with a positive and adaptable mindset, makes her a valuable addition. In her free time, she enjoys staying physically active through various sports and exploring outlets like reading and interacting with people.

Joshua Odidi

Joshua Odidi is a media enthusiast, passionate about social change and a dedicated member of the Step Up Nigeria team. As a Programme and Communications Intern, Joshua plays an important role in recording podcast, copywriting, curating stories and creating graphical contents aimed at contributing to the fight against corruption. Joshua holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Jos and is a Fellow of Search for Common Ground (SFCG). His academic background is well carried out in this role at Step Up Nigeria, where he believes in holding public officers accountable, while also requesting for better service delivery in Nigeria.

Abdulrasheed Aliyu

Abdulrasheed Aliyu is a passionate advocate for social change and a dedicated member of the Step Up Nigeria team. As a Programmes and Learning Intern, Abdulrasheed plays a pivotal supporting role in shaping the organization’s initiatives, fostering a culture of learning, and contributing to the fight against corruption and social injustice in Nigeria.
Abdulrasheed holds a Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology and is an alumnus of Teach for Nigeria. His academic background and strong belief in the power of education to transform lives led him to Step Up Nigeria, where he aims to make a meaningful impact in the fight against corruption.

Hadiza Abubakar

Hadiza Abubakar is a dedicated and dynamic member of the Step Up Nigeria team, contributing her skills and enthusiasm as a Programmes and Communications Intern. Beyond her passion for driving positive change in society she recognizes the power of social media and the digital world in promoting good service delivery.
Hadiza holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Adeleke University which has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective communication and advocacy. Her educational background aligns seamlessly with her role at Step Up Nigeria, where she plays a crucial part in bridging the gap between the organization and its stakeholders as the social media manager.
Beyond her professional duties, Hadiza loves to create content and watch funny videos.

Shulammite Okafor

Shulammite Okafor is a Programme Associate at Step Up Nigeria where she provides programme, monitoring, evaluation, and business development support to the team. She is enthusiastic about social work and advocacy and making a difference in the lives of people.

Elizabeth Awonusi

Elizabeth Awonusi is a Senior Programme Assistant at Step Up Nigeria, where she provides support for projects implementation and other administrative tasks. She loves relating with children and influencing them positively to maximize their potentials. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Soil Science, enjoys listening to music and trying out crafts.

Uzoamaka Onukaogu

Uzoamaka Onukaogu is a Programme and Learning intern at Step Up Nigeria where she provides support to the Lagos administrative officer as well as the monitoring and evaluation team in areas of project implementation and other administrative tasks.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management and Toxicology and hopes to further her studies in Renewable energy with a focus on sustainability, technology, and business.
Beyond her professional pursuits, she enjoys listening to podcasts that cut across various segments.

Abideen Owolabi

Abideen Owolabi is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young learners.
One of his visions is to drive positive change by inspiring others and fostering a culture of honesty and good governance.
As a humanitarian, he believes in the importance of giving back and creating sustainable change. Abideen is also an academic tutor and passionate advocate for community development as well as children’s education.

Shekwogaza Ibrahim Kure 

Shekwogaza Ibrahim Kure is a Junior Programme Associate at Step Up Nigeria. He is an experienced advocator, cinematographer, event organizer and provides collaborative support to the team. 
He is a Veterinary Surgeon from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi – Nigeria.