Passion Fuels Aspiration!
A Bit About Me
My interests extend beyond the digital and athletic realms. I have a passion for culinary exploration and am constantly experimenting with different types of cuisine. I can confidently say I am a true foodie. I love reading, particularly social and historical genres, and I have a fascination with numbers, which has led to my obsession with mathematics. I am fluent in English, and as the son of a diplomat, I have lived in two different countries during my formative years, apart from my home country of Nigeria. Currently, I reside in a third country, England (the United Kingdom).
Experience
Information Technology Support Specialist @Frannberry School
2022 | Lagos State, NigeriaI was responsible for setting up and deploying computer hardware and peripherals to optimize their functionality. I diagnosed and resolved software-related issues in computer systems, offering technical assistance and support to the staff at Frannberry School. Additionally, I installed and performed software updates on computers throughout the school.
Technical Support Engineer @Tek Experts
2021-2022 | Lagos State, NigeriaI provided remote technical support for Microsoft 365 customers in NOAM and EMEA, resolving Microsoft Entra ID issues, managing identity synchronization, and assisting with user and group management to ensure smooth integration and authentication.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Trainee) @Prime Atlantic Cegelec
2019-2021 | Lagos State, NigeriaI maintained and installed pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical actuators, handled transmission systems, performed metal fabrication, and serviced prime movers.
Information Technology Support Specialist @Frannberry School
2017-2019 | Lagos State, NigeriaI set up and deployed computer hardware, resolved software issues, and provided technical support to staff at Frannberry School, including installing and updating software across school systems.
Corps Member @National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
2016-2017 | Niger State, NigeriaI worked on agricultural projects in Lafiaji and Raba, Niger State, under VSO supervision, aimed at improving maize and millet productivity
Education
Master of Science in Computer Science
2022-2023 | Birmingham City UniversityThe program strengthened my computer science expertise through various modules. 'Software Development' refined my programming skills, while 'Software Analysis and Design' covered engineering life cycles. Additionally, the curriculum included 'AI Fundamentals' and 'Research Methods and Project Management', culminating in an 'Individual Masters Project' that applied my skills to real world research.
British Computer Society Certificate in IT
2021 | Compunet LimitedIn the Information Systems syllabus, I studied computer and network technology, data management, requirements analysis, and quality assurance, emphasising database design and the systems development life cycle. The Software Development module covered programming fundamentals, algorithm design, and testing principles.
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
2009-2015 | University of BeninDuring my Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering at the University of Benin, I gained expertise in analyzing, planning, and designing computer systems, encompassing hardware, software, networks, and multimedia. The curriculum included practical lab work and a SIWES (Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme) for real-world application of theoretical concepts.