Christopher graduated from  Annunciation Catholic College  Irrua in 1992. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the famous Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT) Ireland, now renamed the Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), and a Master’s degree in Industrial  Management and Technology from Central Michigan University USA.

As an accomplished professional, Christopher is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), Canada and other professional certifications and memberships. His areas of expertise are in Engineering, Operations Management, Project Management, and Maintenance Management. He has demonstrated a successful and progressive career in providing leadership in metal, mining, construction and chemical processing operations both in Canada and abroad. Throughout his career, he has excelled in implementing strategies to optimize production, reduce operating costs, and foster collaborative environments.

He is currently an Operational Readiness Consultant with one of the largest EPCM and operation service providers to the energy and resources sector in Canada.

He is a lover of his community and very involved with his local church, helping spread the gospel of our Lord in various ministries. Christopher is happily married and blessed with children.

Emmanuel Igein Airemen graduated from Annunciation Catholic College Irrua (ACC) in 1990. During his time at ACC he was recognized by the principal as one of the two best students during the Junior Secondary School Examination, which was being introduced at that time in the state. He was subsequently appointed as President of Scripture Union and Food prefect.

Upon his graduation from ACC Irrua, he proceeded to Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma in 1992 to study Mechanical Engineering. He was active in student affairs and was a member of the Rotaract club in campus.

Upon his graduation from Mechanical Engineering in the 1997/1998 school year, he proceeded to Port Harcourt in 1999 for his national youth service scheme where he was exposed to the Oil and Gas Industry working for an indigenous company and he later joined Schlumberger in 2001.  Subsequently he completed a Masters degree in Engineering Management (MEM) at the University of Port Harcourt in 2005. He was an active member of ACC old boys association ( ACCIOBA) Port Harcourt branch and was at one time the branch Financial Secretary.

He was also a member of the Oil workers union and was later elected as Financial Secretary and Vice Chairman of the workers union at different times.

He grew through the ranks in Schlumberger after joining as a Maintenance Engineer. He held several positions including Maintenance Team Leader, Maintenance Supervisor, Lean Champion and was the Country Maintenance Manager before he was transferred to the US in 2011 as the Global InTouch Engineer for Drilling Motors. He held other positions including Project Manager and Customer Service Manager before leaving Schlumberger in 2020.

He completed his MBA in strategic management from the University of Houston-Victoria in 2020.

Recently he has worked in other industries including the Cold Supply Chain industry, Seal manufacturing and is presently working in the Chemical Industry for Westlake Corporation as the Customer Experience Manager. He is happily married to Onyinye and they are blessed with 4 children.

Cyril graduated from Annunciation Catholic College, Irrua in 1984, and continued his academic journey at Ambrose Alli University, where he specialized in Microbiology. His early career in Nigeria was with notable organizations and NGOs, including Citizens Bank, later rebranded as Spring Bank.

Cyril later moved to Canada, where he has established himself in the settlement/immigrant serving sector. He currently works as a Community Services Supervisor with the Toronto District School Board where he engages with internationally trained immigrants who are new to Canada, providing them with much needed support and guidance as they navigate their integration into the Canadian community.

Cyril holds a Project Management certificate from the University of Toronto, and a Conflict Resolution/Peace Building certificate from St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Cyril is an active participant in the settlement services sector, and he is actively involved with the Greater Toronto Area’s Local Immigration Partnerships. His engagement underscores his passion for contributing to the successful integration of newcomers into Canadian society and his deep dedication to fostering inclusivity and harmonious relationships among diverse communities in Toronto.

Cyril is married with two children.