Executive Leadership
Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation is guided by a team of professionals with experience across child and youth development, mental health, media and communications, technology, education and community development.
Our executive team brings together different areas of expertise to support the Foundation’s mission of empowering children and young people, strengthening resilience, promoting well-being and creating pathways toward greater opportunity.
Leadership Structure
The Foundation’s executive leadership structure provides strategic direction while bringing together specialist expertise across mental health, communications, technology and programme development.
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Benedicta Amirize is the Chief Executive Officer of Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation, an independent organisation committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to survive, learn, develop and be protected.
A passionate child and youth advocate, Benedicta has dedicated much of her professional and personal journey to working with children, young people and vulnerable communities. Her commitment to children began with mentoring and teaching young people in her community and has grown into a broader mission focused on education, child protection, emotional well-being, mentorship and youth development.
Benedicta has extensive experience in child and youth development, programme implementation, mentoring, training, social work and community development.
She previously worked with True Tales Publication as a Senior Editorial Staff member after graduating from Enugu State University of Science and Technology. She subsequently worked with Women, Youth & Children Initiative in Enugu (WYCI) as a Resource Training Specialist, travelling to different states to train and mentor women, children and young people affected by gender-based violence and community conflict.
She also served as a Programme Specialist for Cameo Integrated in Port Harcourt, where she worked with young people through mentoring, empowerment, training and skills-acquisition programmes. She later joined Xcel Media as a Senior Editor, further developing her experience in communication, writing and advocacy.
Her passion for vulnerable children has also led her to volunteer with orphanages in Lagos and Port Harcourt, providing support and encouragement to children in difficult circumstances.
Benedicta holds a B.Sc. in Sociology and an M.Sc. in Social Work, alongside professional qualifications and specialised training relevant to child and youth development.
As a licensed/registered social worker, Benedicta continues to strengthen her professional knowledge through specialised training in child protection, education in emergencies, mental health and psychosocial support, counselling, leadership and child development.
As an author and researcher, Benedicta has written books addressing issues affecting children, families and young people. Her research-based book, Voice of the Child, explores the experiences and challenges of children living in difficult circumstances and seeks to raise awareness about the need for stronger support and protection systems for vulnerable children.
She also authored two fiction novels titled Iron Bars and When the Hills Whisper My Name.
As CEO, Benedicta provides the Foundation’s overall leadership and strategic direction, overseeing the development and implementation of programmes, partnerships, advocacy initiatives and organisational priorities.
Through her leadership, Grace-To-Inspire seeks to advance programmes promoting education, inspiration, mentorship, emotional intelligence, adolescent mental health, resilience, child development and child protection.
Benedicta believes that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow in a safe environment, discover their potential and build a hopeful future.
Email: benie555amirize@gmail.com
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Director of Mental Health and Child Well-being
Dr. Onyebuchi Nwaokolo, DNP, is a US-based Doctor of Nursing Practice and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with dual board certifications as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C).
She is a healthcare professional, patient advocate, private practice owner and professional mentor whose work focuses on providing comprehensive and holistic healthcare across the lifespan, with particular expertise in mental health and psychiatric care.
Dr. Nwaokolo’s academic journey spans mathematics, nursing and advanced clinical practice. She holds a degree in Industrial Mathematics and Applied Statistics from Enugu State University of Science and Technology and a second degree in Nursing from the University of North Alabama.
She subsequently earned her Master’s degree with honors from Walden University and her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Georgia State University.
Her clinical practice combines physical and mental healthcare, with an emphasis on comprehensive assessment, individualized care and medication management. Her areas of clinical focus include ADHD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders and trauma-related conditions.
Dr. Nwaokolo operates private clinical practices including GLOFUSION Clinic and Mental Health, Optimal Mind Psychiatry and THEADVANCEDMED LLC. Through her practices, she provides healthcare services both in-office and through telepsychiatry across multiple locations in Georgia.
Widely recognized within the healthcare community as a patient advocate, Dr. Nwaokolo is also passionate about professional mentorship and education. She is known online as “TheAdvancedNP,” through which she shares her professional knowledge and experience.
As Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Director of Mental Health and Child Well-being, Dr. Nwaokolo supports the CEO in providing strategic and organisational leadership.
Her professional expertise provides an important clinical perspective to the Foundation’s work with children, adolescents and young people, particularly in areas relating to mental health, emotional well-being, psychosocial support and adolescent development.
In her role, she contributes to the development and professional direction of programmes designed to promote mental health awareness, early identification of challenges, resilience, healthy development and access to appropriate support.
Dr. Nwaokolo brings together her experience in mental healthcare, family healthcare, patient advocacy, professional mentorship and advanced clinical practice in support of the Foundation’s commitment to the holistic well-being of children and young people.
Email: buchinwaokolo@gmail.com
Media & Communications
Director — Media & Communications
Ngozi Emedolibe is a seasoned Nigerian journalist, art critic, media executive and publishing professional whose career spans journalism, cultural commentary, editorial leadership and media entrepreneurship.
Originally from Anambra State in southeastern Nigeria, Emedolibe has built a career at the intersection of journalism, the arts and media enterprise.
His professional journey began at Hints Magazine, published by True Tales Publications Ltd., before progressing into Nigeria’s mainstream media landscape, where he developed a reputation for analytical writing, cultural commentary and editorial excellence.
As an art critic and cultural commentator, he has contributed to the documentation and critical appreciation of contemporary Nigerian visual arts, theatre and literature. Through his writing and commentary, he has explored the relationship between culture, society and creative expression.
Emedolibe later moved into senior newsroom leadership, serving as Editor and subsequently Managing Editor of Daily Times, one of Nigeria’s historic newspaper titles.
His extensive editorial experience has given him a strong understanding of journalism, newsroom management, media strategy, publishing and communications.
His passion for media entrepreneurship led to the establishment of Bellbird Media Ltd, a media relations company. He is also a co-publisher and plays an operational and editorial role in national publishing through The Daily Monitor newspaper under Samlibe Comms Ltd.
At Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation, he serves as Project Manager — Media & Communications, contributing his experience in media, communications, publishing and strategic storytelling to support the Foundation’s programmes, public engagement and visibility.
His responsibilities include supporting media relations, programme documentation, public awareness campaigns, editorial content, digital communications, media partnerships and documentation of the Foundation’s impact.
Beyond journalism, Emedolibe remains passionate about Nigerian culture, indigenous identity and responsible media practice. He is also a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Digital Media Core Advocates (ADMCA).
Email: ngomedos@yahoo.com
Technical & Innovation Lead
Director, Technical & Innovation Lead
Engr. Bobby Omatsola is an Electronics Engineer, technology professional and mentor with extensive experience in electronics engineering, embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT), automation and technical project development.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Electronics Engineering, with a specialisation in Embedded Systems and Internet of Things (IoT).
With more than a decade of hands-on experience in engineering and technology, Bobby has worked across areas including circuit design, printed circuit board (PCB) development, microcontroller programming, automation systems and industrial control solutions.
His technical expertise includes Arduino, ESP32 and STM32, as well as engineering and programming tools including Altium Designer, Proteus, MATLAB, C/C++, Python and Embedded C.
Throughout his career, he has designed and implemented practical technology solutions, including automatic school bell systems, IoT-based home automation systems and industrial control panels.
Beyond his professional work in engineering, Bobby has a strong passion for working with and mentoring children and young people. He believes that every child is unique, capable of learning and deserving of opportunities to discover and develop their potential.
As Technical & Innovation Lead at Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation, Bobby contributes his engineering and technology expertise to initiatives that expose children and young people to technology, innovation, STEM, problem-solving, creativity and future-ready skills.
He is particularly interested in helping young people understand that technology is not only something to consume but also a tool they can use to create, innovate and develop solutions to problems within their communities.
Email: omatby@gmail.com
Program Manager
Program Manager | Childcare, Mentorship & Youth Development
Iheoma Joshua Akara serves as the Project Manager of Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation, bringing passion, patience, dedication and a strong commitment to supporting children and young people.
He is passionate about creating supportive environments where children can learn, participate, develop confidence, discover their abilities and grow socially, spiritually, academically, physically and personally. His experience working with children includes involvement in Bible programmes, music activities and sports coaching, giving him practical experience in engaging children through educational, creative, spiritual and recreational activities.
As Project Manager, Iheoma supports the planning, coordination and implementation of Foundation programmes and activities. He brings an organised and people-focused approach to teamwork, communication, activity coordination and ensuring that programmes remain focused on their intended objectives.
His experience in children’s Bible programmes has enabled him to encourage positive values, moral development, faith and participation through Bible stories, prayers and interactive activities.
Through music, he has encouraged children to express themselves creatively, develop their abilities, participate in groups and build confidence.
His involvement in sports coaching has also provided opportunities to encourage teamwork, discipline, cooperation, confidence, physical activity and good sportsmanship.
At Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation, Iheoma is committed to contributing to initiatives that promote education, mentorship, emotional wellbeing, creativity, leadership, positive values and holistic child and youth development.
Through his role, he supports programmes that create meaningful opportunities for children and young people to learn, participate, develop their abilities and build confidence.
Iheoma believes that every child deserves attention, encouragement, guidance and an environment where they can discover and develop their potential.
Through his role at Grace-To-Inspire Child & Youth Development Foundation, he is committed to contributing his time, skills, creativity, leadership and passion to programmes that give children and young people opportunities to learn, grow, participate and thrive.
He is particularly passionate about being part of initiatives that create meaningful experiences for children, help them feel valued and included, and encourage them to develop confidence and a positive outlook toward their future.
Youth Development & Digital Communications
Youth Development Advocate | Digital Communications Professional | Mental Health Awareness Supporter
Abiodun Bashua is a Computer Engineering graduate, digital communications professional and youth development enthusiast with a passion for personal growth, emotional well-being and empowering the next generation.
With a background in technology, digital marketing and communications, Abiodun brings a unique blend of analytical thinking, creativity and people-focused communication to initiatives that seek to create meaningful social impact.
He believes that every child, teenager and young adult deserves a safe and supportive environment where they can express themselves, be heard without judgment and access the guidance and resources they need to thrive.
His interest in personal development, relationships and the challenges young people face in navigating life informs his commitment to promoting conversations around mental health, emotional resilience, self-awareness and the importance of seeking support when needed.
Through effective communication, community engagement and digital advocacy, Abiodun hopes to help challenge the stigma surrounding mental health, encourage open and honest conversations and make mental health information more accessible to young people and their support networks.
He believes that investing in the emotional and psychological well-being of young people is essential to building healthier individuals, stronger families and more resilient communities.
As a Computer Engineering graduate and digital communications professional, Abiodun brings an understanding of technology, digital marketing and communication strategies to initiatives focused on social impact and youth development.
He is passionate about using digital platforms and effective communication to share meaningful information, promote awareness and create opportunities for positive engagement among children, teenagers and young adults.
Abiodun is committed to using his skills, voice and passion for human development to support initiatives that inspire hope, promote understanding and create positive, lasting change in the lives of children, teenagers and young adults.
His vision is to contribute to a society where mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health and where no young person feels alone in their struggles.
Through his commitment to youth development, emotional well-being and digital advocacy, he hopes to help create an environment where young people feel valued, supported and empowered to build healthier and more fulfilling futures.
