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Kelvin Uwaibi[edit]
Kelvin Uwaibi is a Nigerian professional with a background in development, finance, and public service. He currently serves as the Managing Director of the Edo State Investment Promotion Office (ESIPO), a Nigerian Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) established in 2018 to facilitate investments and support investors in reducing entry barriers into the Nigerian market.
Early Life and Education[edit]
Kelvin Uwaibi earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Literature from Ambrose Ali University in Nigeria. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Humanities from the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom. Uwaibi has also completed executive education programs at prestigious institutions including the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, and the Harvard Kennedy School.
Career[edit]
Edo State Government, Nigeria[edit]
As the Managing Director of the Edo State Investment Promotion Office (ESIPO), Uwaibi works closely with various government departments and agencies to promote investment in Edo State. He organizes investment outreach missions and roadshows to attract investors and provides advice on investment regulations and policies. Uwaibi also focuses on building the capacity of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and resolving conflicts between investors and host communities.[1]
United Bank for Africa, Nigeria[edit]
Before joining the Edo State Government, Uwaibi served as the Team Lead (Public Sector Group) at United Bank for Africa (UBA). In this role, he liaised with government ministries, departments, and agencies to meet their banking needs and manage relationships between the bank and its public sector clients.
British Council, Nigeria[edit]
Uwaibi worked as a facilitator for the British Council's Debate to Action Programme, where he organized workshops on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and facilitated discussions with various stakeholders.
Centre for African Policy and Peace Strategy, United Kingdom[edit]
As an Africa Programme Officer at the Centre for African Policy and Peace Strategy, Uwaibi initiated bilateral and multilateral understanding with donor agencies, government, and non-government organizations.
Public Service and Leadership Roles[edit]
Kelvin Uwaibi holds several leadership positions within the Edo State Government, including Secretary of the Edo State Ease of Doing Business Council[2], Chairman of the Arable Land Committee, and Secretary of the Tax Harmonization Committee. In these roles, he is involved in initiatives to improve the business environment, promote agriculture, and harmonize taxation policies.
Academic Background[edit]
In addition to his professional career, Uwaibi continues to pursue academic and professional development opportunities. He has participated in executive education programs at renowned institutions and is currently enrolled in the ALU Public Sector Fellowship at African Leadership University and pursuing a Master in Business Administration (MBA) in Sustainability at Nexford University.
Achievements[edit]
- Facilitation of over $2 Billion of investments since the inception of Edo State Investment Promotion Office.[3]
- Securing partnership with Foton Motor Group to establish a state-of-the-art vehicle manufacturing and assembly plant in Edo State.[4]
- Attraction of Japanese Investors[5][6]
Awards and Recognition[edit]
- Innovative Man Award at 6th BOEA in Edo[7]
- ^ "Edo State to ensure MSMEs survival through alternative sources of energy". 20 July 2023.
- ^ "Edo targets top ranking on ease of doing business reforms by 2023 – Businessday NG".
- ^ "We've attracted over $2.5bn investments to Edo - ESIPO boss, Uwaibi". 25 August 2023.
- ^ "Edo, Foton Motor Group to establish world-class vehicle manufacturing, assembling plant – Businessday NG".
- ^ "Edo woos 41 Japanese investors". 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Edo Investment Promotion Office, Strengthens Ties with Japanese Investors - New Telegraph". 10 November 2023.
- ^ "Uwaibi bags Innovative Man Award at 6th BOEA in Edo". 6 September 2023.