Obiora Ezika Mba

Obiora Ezika, MBA, PMP has a diverse work experience spanning over 14 years across various industries. Obiora currently holds the position of Business Development Manager at Interswitch Group since October 2022.

Prior to this role, from December 2019 to September 2022, Obiora worked at Unified Payment Services Limited as a Business Development & Relationship Manager. In this capacity, they were responsible for developing and expanding businesses, including payments and acceptance infrastructure, sales of payment terminals hardware and software, and growing the customer base. Obiora also focused on driving the issuance of cards, POS acquiring, interbank transfers, and other payment solutions.

Before joining Unified Payment Services Limited, Obiora worked at Sterling Bank Plc as a Relationship Officer from June 2019 to November 2019.

From January 2014 to May 2019, they served as a Lending/Relationship Officer at Diamond Bank Plc.

At the start of their career, Obiora worked as a Customer Service Executive at Entranic Technology Limited from March 2011 to December 2013.

During their National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Obiora worked at Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited as an Infrastructure Support Analyst from August 2008 to September 2009.

Obiora Ezika, MBA, PMP has a strong educational background. Obiora obtained their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the University of Lagos, where they studied from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Computer Engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, from 2004 to 2008.

In addition to their formal education, Obiora has also obtained several certifications to enhance their skills and knowledge. Obiora earned the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute in December 2020. Moreover, in December 2014, they completed the CFA Program offered by the CFA Institute.

Obiora has further expanded their expertise by obtaining additional certifications. In June 2022, they acquired the Digital Payments certification from the Lafferty Group. Obiora also holds a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification from GoLeanSixSigma.com, which they obtained in November 2022. Recently, in May 2023, they completed the Fintech Foundation Program Flex and the Fintech Expert Program Flex from 10x1000 Tech for Inclusion.

Overall, Obiora Ezika's education history showcases their commitment to continuous learning and professional development. With a solid educational foundation and a range of certifications, they have equipped himself with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in various domains.