Engr. IFEANYI JUDE NGAMA, mni

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Engr. Ifeanyi Jude Ngama, mni, is a beacon of innovation, leadership, and service whose life’s work reflects a deep commitment to national development through technology and policy. With an enduring passion for the transformative power of ICT and the digital economy, Engr. Ngama has spent over two decades pioneering solutions that uplift communities, empower individuals, and drive Nigeria’s socio-economic progress. Born on 15th May, 1976 in Alaike Ozuomee Urualla, Ideato North LGA of Imo State, Engr. Ngama was raised in a family grounded in values of service, discipline, and excellence. These values shaped his early aspirations and propelled him to pursue a career that marries technology with purpose. A graduate of Mechanical Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, and an alumnus of prestigious institutions like the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) and the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, Engr. Ngama stands at the intersection of technical mastery and strategic governance. His credentials, fortified with numerous certifications from around the globe—including India, South Africa, Botswana, and Korea—are a testament to his commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Throughout his career, he has held transformative roles across the public and private sectors. From his foundational leadership as CEO of EXWHYZEE Technologies Ltd. to his pioneering work at JURAY Smart Solutions, Engr. Ngama has built and led enterprises that deliver impactful digital solutions. His current public service as Special Adviser to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, and Publicity Secretary of the Association of the National Institute (AANI) reflects his dedication to national transformation through effective policy advocacy and thought leadership. A Fellow of multiple professional institutes including the Nigerian Society of Engineers, West African Institute for Public Administrators and Managers, and the Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration, Engr. Ngama is widely recognized as a thought leader in digital policy, e-governance, and entrepreneurship development. He is a relentless advocate for digital inclusion, particularly in underserved communities. His belief in the potential of emerging technologies—like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and IoT—to redefine Nigeria’s future is both passionate and pragmatic. Through his numerous research works and international engagements, including appearances at the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and the Nutrition for Growth Conference in Paris, he continues to champion innovative, human-centered policies. Beyond his professional achievements, Engr. Ngama is admired for his humility, mentoring spirit, and unwavering belief in the power of youth-driven innovation. His legacy is not only in the systems he builds or the strategies he designs—but in the lives he touches, the minds he inspires, and the future he envisions. When he is not designing ICT solutions or shaping public policy, you’ll likely find him enjoying a quiet round of golf, engaging in strategic thought leadership, or offering guidance to the next generation of Nigerian innovators.