Nigeria boasts a population of approximately 200 million with about 70% of the population under 30, and 42% under the age of 15.
Despite this, the correlation between investment in human capital and the country’s economic growth and development has not yielded substantial results.
This is partly due to unemployment, poverty, and insecurity. Of course, this social and economic situation makes migration attractive to young people.
However, a recent report by PricewaterhouseCoopers highlights Nigeria’s significant Brain Capital advantage, with a large youthful population averaging 19 years old.
This demographic stands in contrast to the ageing populations observed in countries such as Germany, Japan, Italy, and the United States, where it’s projected that the worldwide working-age population will experience a 10% decline by 2060.
Nigeria has already demonstrated prowess across various service sectors, including entertainment and sports, showcasing talent capable of competing and excelling in the global market.
At the forefront of this dynamic industry are core professionals adept at identifying and nurturing talent, building experience and boosting portfolios to compete not only locally but on the international job market.
In the tradition of Nairametrics, we spotlight some influential female human capital professionals within various industries based on their experience and companies in their career portfolios.
Jumoke Aleoke-Malachi is the Head of Talent Management at Wema Bank Plc, Jumoke continues to redefine HR paradigms and drive innovation in people strategies.
In her current role, Jumoke spearheads talent management initiatives, leveraging her skills in project management, HR strategy, and senior stakeholder management to optimize workforce performance and development.
Her profound impact on organizational culture and career development has earned her accolades, including recognition as one of the Top 20 Disruptive People Leaders and being named among the Top 100 Career Women in Africa.
Jumoke’s commitment to nurturing talent extends beyond her corporate responsibilities. As the Lead Coach at WorkplacewithJAM, she dedicates herself to empowering individuals to excel in their careers and lives.
Moreover, Jumoke’s influence extends to the global stage, where she serves as an Accredited Organizational Culture Consulting Partner at The Culture Factor Africa.
Prior to her current roles, Jumoke held key positions at TVC Communications. Her achievements include securing Great Place to Work accreditation for TVC Communications and championing initiatives like International Women’s Day events and employee engagement programs.
Jumoke’s journey in HR leadership also includes roles at Aldelia, IHS Towers, Human Edge Limited, and Associate Consultant.
