Prof. Ada Uche
AdvisorPurdue UniversityDistinguished academic leader providing strategic guidance on global STEM education standards and institutional partnerships for the World STEM Festival.
The Foundation That Powers this Initiative.
Behind the World STEM Festival stands an institution built to last, governed, accountable, and African to its core.
STEM Festival FoundationRegistered to Serve.
Registered to Serve.
Built to Endure.
“Great ideas outlive their founders when institutions carry them. The STEM Festival Foundation is that institution.”
The STEM Festival Foundation is the institutional heart of the World STEM Festival. Duly registered in West Africa under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as the non-profit vehicle that powers the STEM Festival Global Initiative.
The STEM Festival Foundation exists for one purpose: to hold the platform in trust for the generation it serves. Every registration, every sponsorship, every partnership flows through a governed structure: with milestone-based disbursement, independent reconciliation, and a full post-event Impact Report suitable for board, corporate, and public reporting.
Advisory
Board of Advisors
Highly respected leaders across global universities, industry labs, and public policy hubs connecting our World STEM Festival competitors directly to capital and opportunity.
Prof. Daniel Matthias
AdvisorNigeria Computer SocietyAssociate Professor in Scientific Computing and Database Systems, Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Computer Society (Rivers State Chapter), and Head of the Department of ICT Entrepreneurship at Rivers State University.
Dr. Osaretin Agbonavbare
AdvisorbbcmgtAIHuman-Computer Interaction (HCI) specialist, entrepreneur, speaker, and author recognized globally for advancing AI, smart technologies, and human-centered design in service of education and community impact.
Mr. Joseph Baiyekusi
AdvisorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeStrategic advisor contributing institutional insight and operational expertise to strengthen the World STEM Festival's governance framework and continental reach.
Oversight
Governing Council
Meet the localized execution committees and oversight bodies leading logistics, regional administration, and school engagement tasks for the World STEM Festival.
GMG
Executive/Creative DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeGabriel Misa Gabramns (GMG) leads the STEM Festival Global Initiative as its Executive and Creative Director, designing systems that prepare young Africans for the future of work.
Dr. Showers Inyeni
Competitions DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeA Mechanical and Robotics Engineer with over 10 years of experience developing hardware and software robotics solutions for academic research, industrial applications, and global advanced robotics competitions.
Mr. Daniel Nnwoka
Entertainment & Brand Strategy DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeStand-up comedian, actor, political satirist, events compere, entrepreneur, and media strategist with extensive experience across entertainment, media, and technology.
Mr. Ngbo-Awaji Titus
Operations & Logistics DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeDirects physical event configurations, resource procurement, and complex field coordination across all World STEM Festival zones.
Mr. Ebenezer Osuigbo
Partnership and Sponsorship DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeAn AI researcher and digital health specialist with experience leading data governance and digital transformation initiatives within complex healthcare systems, bringing strong analytical and stakeholder-engagement skills to the Festival's partnership development.
Mr. Daniel Kalio
Events DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeA Mechatronics Engineer and Chief Automation & Project Officer at STEM Professionals Ltd, leading large-scale initiatives in robotics, automation, and STEM education across Africa.
Mr. Joshua Enemisa Misa
Human Resources DirectorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeProvides strategic leadership for talent acquisition, volunteer coordination, workforce deployment, welfare, and operational support across the World STEM Festival global secretariat.
Ms. Faith Igbinosa
FinanceSTEM Festival Global InitiativeA Chartered Accountant with a B.Sc in Accounting from the University of Port Harcourt and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), committed to financial excellence, structure, and transparency.
Mrs. Princess G.
Liaison ManagerSTEM Festival Global InitiativeA skilled liaison manager and strategic communicator focused on building relationships, coordinating stakeholders, and connecting people and organizations toward shared goals.
Mr. Joshua Ogbonnia
Quality Assurance ManagerSTEM Festival Global InitiativeEnsures that the World STEM Festival's technical systems, processes, and deliverables meet consistent quality and reliability standards across all competition categories and event operations.
Mr. Promise Excel
Festival EngineerSTEM Festival Global InitiativePrepares and coaches the Elementary, Junior, and Senior competition categories, combining technical engineering expertise with mentorship to equip young innovators for international competition.
Mr. Theophilus Eze
Festival EngineerSTEM Festival Global InitiativeOversees the engineering and technical production of the World STEM Festival, including venue infrastructure, competition hardware, and on-site technical operations.
Mr. Victor Ogheneyoma
Festival EngineerSTEM Festival Global InitiativeA technology and engineering professional supporting the World STEM Festival's technical systems, infrastructure, competition hardware, and on-site operations.
Ms. Peculiar Bruce
Festival EngineerSTEM Festival Global InitiativeSupports the technical infrastructure of the World STEM Festival, including registration systems, competition platforms, and digital tooling for judges and participants.
Mr. Wilson Giami
Brand StrategistSTEM Festival Global InitiativeShapes the visual identity, brand positioning, and creative direction of the World STEM Festival across all touchpoints and markets.
Ms. Precious (Kira) Oboatarheyere
Social Media StrategistSTEM Festival Global InitiativeDrives the World STEM Festival's digital presence, audience engagement, and brand storytelling across all social platforms and online communities.
Mr. David Inem
Community CoordinatorSTEM Festival Global InitiativeA technology enthusiast with a background in Cybersecurity, Internet Governance, and digital innovation.
Foundation & Trust
STEM Festival Foundation
The STEM Festival Foundation is an independent, non-profit and association-based organization. All proceeds from sponsorships, partnerships and fees go in support of our mission: to promote the most inclusive STEM Education, Innovation, Creativity and Problem-solving across Africa and the World through the World STEM Festival.
Duly registered in West Africa under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as the non-profit vehicle that powers the STEM Festival Global initiative, it manages sponsorship funds, prize disbursements, and ensures the long-term sustainability of the World STEM Festival platform.
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