The Executive Director
Valentine Chukwu is a researcher and development professional specializing in climate resilience, natural resource management, and environmental sustainability. As Executive Director of Green Earth Agrobiz and Consult, he provides strategic leadership to drive climate adaptation, agricultural innovation, and sustainable resource governance. His work bridges empirical research and field implementation, translating complex environmental science into practical, climate-smart solutions for agricultural development and natural resource conservation.
Prior to leading Green Earth Agrobiz and Consult, Valentine served as the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer at the Foundation for Investigative Journalism and Social Justice (FIJ), where he designed M&E frameworks, coordinated programme delivery, and transformed investigative reporting initiatives into fundable, donor-compliant projects. His extensive career across Nigeria, Europe, and the UK encompasses research, programme management, grant writing, and knowledge dissemination. He holds a Master’s degree in Forest Resource Management from the University of Ibadan, a Graduate Fellowship in Development Research, and is the Founder of FundingOpportunitis.com. A published researcher and panel contributor on climate change, carbon dynamics, and environmental justice, Valentine brings technical analytical expertise, institutional compliance capacity, and evidence-based leadership to advance sustainable development across Africa.
The Research Director
Dr. Chiebonam Justina Ayogu is an academic, researcher, and development practitioner specializing in forest resource governance, food and agriculture sociology, climate resilience, and rural development. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, where she gained advanced expertise in interdisciplinary research methodologies, participatory rural analysis, and community-based adaptation strategies. As a Lecturer and Researcher at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, she has published over 18 scholarly works, mentored students, and contributed significantly to agricultural extension, gender and development, forest governance, and climate change adaptation.
With a strong international footprint—presenting at conferences in New Zealand, Germany, Ghana, and India—Dr. Ayogu actively collaborates with global scholars to advance evidence-based solutions for food security, women’s empowerment, and sustainable rural livelihoods. Her work integrates social sciences, agriculture, and climate studies to design practical, climate-smart interventions that strengthen resource management and rural development. Beyond academia, she engages in policy-driven research and consultancy, offering expertise in smart agriculture, climate change, and food systems, with advanced proficiency in tools such as SPSS, Excel, and NVivo. Her blend of scholarship, mentorship, and community engagement ensures that research translates into real-world solutions for agribusiness, development agencies, and rural communities.
The Programme Officer
Johnpaul Offorma is a professional specializing in rural development and the application of technology and innovation in agricultural production. He holds a Master of Science in Farm Management and Production Economics and a Bachelor of Agriculture in Agricultural Economics and Extension from Enugu State University of Science and Technology. His expertise is further bolstered by online courses from the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) on farm data management and from the Information Training and Outreach Centre for Africa (ITOCA) on online research access.
His professional experience is a blend of academic and practical work. As a Higher Technical Officer at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, he has been involved in departmental administration since 2018, serving as the departmental ICT Representative and Chairman of the ICT/Data Management committee. His fieldwork includes his role as a Field Enumerator for the World Bank and the Commercial Agricultural Development Project (CADP), where he conducted socio-economic impact surveys and profitability analyses for various agricultural value chains. Additionally, he has served as a Mobilization Officer for the African Centre for Rural Development & Environment (ACERDEN) and an Outreach Coordinator for the Agric Information Centre & Community Radio Project (AGRICCORP).
The Clerical Officer
Eze Vivian Ugochi is an applied microbiologist and administrative professional specializing in laboratory science, financial record-keeping, and operational management. She holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Microbiology and a National Diploma (ND) in Science Laboratory Technology from Imo State Polytechnic. Her academic background provides her with technical expertise in microbiological analysis, laboratory procedures, and quality control.
Complementing her scientific training, Vivian possesses practical experience across financial administration, front-desk management, and corporate operations. She has served as an Accountant at Jesbee Empire Limited and Celtek Cyber Café, where she managed financial documentation, budget tracking, and administrative accounts. Additionally, her experience as a Receptionist at Okings Part Enterprises strengthened her expertise in customer relations, client communication, and workflow coordination. Known for her strong written and verbal communication skills, Vivian excels in high-pressure environments that demand precision, self-motivation, and effective interpersonal engagement.