Profile of Our Chairman

    Lady Dr. Oyaide Erhiyoja Juliana

    Lady Dr. Oyaide Erhiyoja Juliana

    Chairman, Board of Directors

    "The measure of a leader is not the number of people who serve him but the number of people he serves." - John C. Maxwell

    Servant-Leader

    Lady Dr. Juliana embodies the essence of servant-leadership, consistently using her influence to empower others and effect meaningful change. Her life story is a testament to resilience, academic excellence, professional dedication, and selfless service to humanity.

    A Humble Beginning

    Born on July 1, 1964, in Owhrode, Udu Local Government Area, Delta State, Lady Dr. Juliana began her journey in a close-knit family of industrious parents, Alfred Oforitse and Agnes Okpini. These early years laid the foundation for her humility, compassion, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

    She embarked on her education at Nana Primary School and Sacred Heart College, Ubiaja, where her brilliance shone. Her academic journey took her to Lagos State College of Education (now Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education), where she earned her National Certificate in Education (NCE). Furthering her education, she pursued a B.Sc. in Biology at the University of Lagos and later achieved a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration and a Master's degree in Educational Administration & Planning from the University of Abuja.

    In recognition of her outstanding contributions to education and humanitarianism, she was conferred with an honorary doctorate degree by Cornerstone University & Theological Seminary, Jerusalem, Israel.

    A Distinguished Career

    Lady Dr. Juliana has dedicated her life to shaping lives through education and public service. Her teaching career began in Delta State and later extended to Lagos, where she taught at prestigious schools such as Tendertouch College, FESTAC Town. In August 2000, she transitioned to the Federal Ministry of Education, where she currently serves as Assistant Director of Education.

    Her tenure at the ministry is marked by transformative initiatives aimed at improving education delivery across Nigeria. She has demonstrated exceptional leadership by mentoring colleagues, advocating for better policies, and contributing to national education reforms.

    Passion for Lifelong Learning

    A proponent of continuous development, Lady Dr. Juliana has attended numerous local and international workshops, conferences, and training programs.

    • A 3-Day ICT Training on Computer Driving License, Minna, Niger State
    • The 1st Regional Education Summit on HIV/AIDS in Africa (RESHAA 2011), Abuja
    • Capacity Building Improvement Workshops on Data Management for FME EMIS Officers, Abuja
    • UNESCO workshops on sustainable development, energy advocacy, and digital literacy

    Awards and Recognitions

    A testament to her tireless dedication, Lady Dr. Juliana has received over 100 awards from local, national, and international organizations. Prominent accolades include:

    • Good Mother (2005) – For her immense support to the Church and community
    • Mother of Hope (2007) – Recognizing her efforts in assisting the downtrodden
    • Ambassador Award (2015) – For her outstanding contributions to humanitarianism
    • Merit Guest Speaker & Icon of Letters (2017) – Acknowledging her voice for the voiceless
    • Humanitarian Personality of Repute (2018) – Highlighting her selfless dedication to the well-being of others

    Faith and Family

    A devout Catholic and Jerusalem Pilgrim, Lady Dr. Juliana is a pillar of her church community, actively participating in organizations such as the Ladies Auxiliary of Knights of St. John International and the Catholic Women Organization (CWO). Her faith has been a guiding force in her life, inspiring her every action.

    She is happily married to Sir Festus Ewherunu Oyaide, and together they are blessed with three children. Their union is a testament to love, partnership, and shared values.