Lagos, Nigeria, October 2024 – The uLesson Group, a leading edtech company transforming education across Africa, is excited to announce several key leadership promotions that will steer the group’s strategic initiatives forward. These promotions span across both uLesson K-12 and Miva Open University, further strengthening the company’s mission to revolutionize education through technology.
The following individuals have been promoted to pivotal roles within the organization:
- Aniekeme Umoh – Chief Operations Officer
- Iheanyichukwu Akwitti – Chief Academic Officer
- AyoOluwa Nihinlola – Chief Content Officer
- Oladipo Olugbemi, SPHRi, PMP, MILR – Chief People Officer
- Lanre Samson Akisanya – Chief Technology Officer
These leaders will continue to drive uLesson and Miva Open University toward new heights, pushing boundaries in education innovation. Their expanded roles will further elevate the company’s impact on the educational landscape across Africa and beyond.
Aniekeme Umoh – Chief Operations Officer
Aniekeme, who has been promoted to Chief Operations Officer, will continue to lead operations across Miva Open University and uLesson Education. Previously serving as Vice President of Operations at Miva Open University, Aniekeme was instrumental in building the operational framework of Nigeria’s leading private online university. With over a decade of experience in strategic operations and leadership, she brings a wealth of expertise from her time as Founder of Aniekeme Admissions Consulting, guiding clients towards top US business schools.
Iheanyichukwu Akwitti – Chief Academic Officer
In his new role as Chief Academic Officer, Iheanyichukwu will oversee academic strategy and drive educational innovation at both uLesson and Miva Open University. Previously, as Senior Vice President of Academics at uLesson and Registrar at Miva Open University, he successfully led numerous initiatives to elevate academic standards. His career spans over 15 years in education, including a leadership position as Principal at Supreme Education Foundation School, where he significantly improved academic performance and guided students toward international higher education opportunities.
AyoOluwa Nihinlola – Chief Content Officer
AyoOluwa’s promotion to Chief Content Officer reflects his exceptional leadership in content development at uLesson K-12. He has been a driving force behind the group’s educational content, leading the development of thousands of video lessons and forging strategic partnerships, including with Multichoice for broadcasting uLesson content. AyoOluwa’s background includes roles in academic content development and operational leadership, and his vision continues to shape uLesson’s innovative learning experiences.
Oladipo Olugbemi, SPHRi, PMP, MILR – Chief People Officer
As the newly promoted Chief People Officer, Oladipo will lead the people and culture strategy across The uLesson Group. With over 15 years of experience in human resources and people management, Oladipo brings a track record of driving organizational change and developing HR frameworks that foster employee growth and engagement. His previous roles include Group Head of Human Resources at Iwosan Investments and Human Resources Manager at Lagoon Hospitals, where he spearheaded performance management and employee development initiatives.
Lanre Samson Akisanya – Chief Technology Officer
Lanre has been promoted to Chief Technology Officer, where he will lead uLesson’s technological transformation. With extensive experience in Android development and software engineering, Lanre has been pivotal in driving the group’s digital infrastructure. His career includes various senior engineering roles across renowned companies such as Nokia and Zava, where he was responsible for delivering innovative solutions that enhance user experience and digital accessibility.
These key promotions solidify the company’s commitment to driving innovation in education and enhancing the quality of learning experiences across Africa. Each leader brings deep expertise and a proven track record of success, ensuring uLesson and Miva Open University continue to break new ground in the education sector.
The uLesson Group extends its gratitude to its Group CEO, Sim Shagaya, whose visionary leadership continues to shape the future of education.
About The uLesson Group
At uLesson, the mission is to equip African students with relevant and engaging education through cutting-edge media and technology. With a unique approach tailored to local syllabi and cultural contexts, uLesson offers an interactive and enriching learning experience.
Miva Open University, a subsidiary of The uLesson Group, is Nigeria’s foremost private online university, designed to provide in-demand skills for the modern workforce through accessible, world-class education.
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