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Shaping Voices. Building Leaders

We empower Africa’s next generation of communicators, leaders, and change-makers.

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Who we are

Who We Are

The African Institute of Public Speaking and Communication Excellence (AIPSCE) is Africa’s premier institute dedicated to raising a new generation of confident communicators and transformational leaders. We equip individuals and organizations with the skills to speak with clarity, courage, and global influence through world-class training, research, and community programs.

“Communication is not just a skill — it’s the foundation of leadership.”

Our Purpose

We are driven by a clear purpose and a strong set of values that guide everything we do.

our Mission

To provide high-quality learning experiences that equip individuals and organizations with the skills, confidence, and platform to communicate effectively, lead boldly, and make lasting impact across Africa and beyond.

our vision

To be Africa’s leading hub for learning and nurturing confident, world-class communicators who influence every sphere of society with clarity, courage, and authenticity.

our Aim

To build a thriving environment where individuals across Africa develop the confidence, competence, and global relevance needed to communicate with excellence in every sphere of life.

Our core values

Excellence
Imclusivity
Integrity
Innovation
Influence

meet our team

Our team of experts and fellows are dedicated to fostering communication excellence.

Dr Emmanuel Dorgbaa

Dr. Emmanuel David Dorgbaa

Founder / Executive Director

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Mrs. Stella Dorgbaa

Member, Board of Trustees / Director Finance & Operations

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Associate Prof. Sylvester Udeorah

Member, Board of Trustee

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Mojisola Olatinwo

Mojisola Olatinwo

Board of Trustees / Director Programs & Training

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Engr. George Chukwulewa Okoroma, FNSE, FAEng, JP

Engr. George Chukwulewa Okoroma, FNSE, FAEng, JP

Member, Board of Adviser

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voices of impact

Hear from those who have experienced the AIPSCE transformation.

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PROFILE OF Dr. Emmanuel David Dorgbaa

Dr. Emmanuel David Dorgbaa — fondly known as The Oxygen — is a transformational communicator, leadership coach, and the Founder / Executive Director of the African Institute of Public Speaking and Communication Excellence (AIPSCE).

A seasoned speaker and executive communication strategist, Dr. Dorgbaa has dedicated his career to helping professionals, ministers, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs find their voice, amplify their influence, and communicate with authority.

He honed his craft under the mentorship of world-renowned communication authority TJ Walker — one of the most respected public speaking and leadership communication experts in the world, with over three decades of experience coaching presidents, CEOs, and thought leaders across continents.
To complement this foundation, Dr. Dorgbaa also earned a Life Coaching Certification from the New Skills Academy, United Kingdom, expanding his capacity to integrate communication mastery with personal growth, performance psychology, and leadership transformation.

His work sits at the intersection of psychology, performance, and practical communication, empowering individuals to overcome fear, command presence, and deliver messages that move audiences to action.

Before establishing AIPSCE, Dr. Dorgbaa served as Executive Secretary of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), where he made history as the first to effectively resuscitate a moribund Branch and manage it with his primary branch simultaneously — achieving record-breaking results over five consecutive years. His leadership experience in corporate management and public engagement continues to shape his pragmatic approach to communication training and professional development.

Dr. Dorgbaa holds a B.Eng. from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), a PGD and M.Sc. in International Trade and Development, and a Ph.D in International Trade and Development Finance, all from the University of Port Harcourt.

A Certified Life Coach, Public Speaking / Communication Coach, and Sales Coach, he is also a Fellow of the Mentoring and Career Development Institute of Nigeria (FMCDI) and a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM).

Dr. Dorgbaa is a sought-after conference speaker, author, and trainer, having facilitated sessions for leading organizations including NLNG, SPDC, Nigerian Breweries, 7UP Bottling Plc, Dufil Prima Foods, NECA, and others. His published works include Simply Unique (The Art of Being Yourself), Fear to Fame, with very engaging e-books on Closing Deals with Confidence, Four Things I Did to Overcome Stage Fright, and Own the Mic.

He also hosts the radio program Find Your Voice with The Oxygen — an inspiring weekly broadcast that teaches practical communication principles for leadership, influence, and personal transformation.

Through AIPSCE, Dr. Dorgbaa is leading a new generation of African communicators — confident, ethical, articulate, and globally competitive. His vision is to institutionalize world-class communication education across Africa through research, training, and certification rooted in the Institute’s core values: Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Inclusivity, and Influence.

Dr Dorgbaa believes that “Your voice is your leadership currency. Learn to use it — and the world will listen.”

PROFILE OF DR. SYLVESTER ALOR FAVOR UDEORAH

Sylvester Udeorah, PhD, is a Development Economist with a special interest in Labour/Human Resources Economics. His research also covers specific areas such as Entrepreneurship/Business Economics, Health/Population Economics, and Agric and Rural Development Economics. He had his early education at Omorka Model Primary School and Illah Grammar School, Illah, between 1978 and 1990. He initially gained admission to study Accounting at OSISATECH Polytechnic, Emene-Enugu. Still, he later moved to Port Harcourt when he secured admission to study Management in 1993 at the University of Port Harcourt, Choba, where he graduated in 1998.

Dr. Sylvester Udeorah joined the services of the University of Port Harcourt in 2002 as an Administrative Assistant (AA), from where he rose to the rank of Principal Assistant Registrar (PAR) in 2013. In 2015, he transferred from administration to academic cadre in the same university, having obtained a Masters and PhD in Economics in 2008 and 2012, respectively. Since joining academia, he has taught several courses both at the Undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He is equally a participating lecturer at the University Sandwich Programme, College of Continuing Education (CCE), and an adjunct lecturer at the Graduate School of Business, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (UOE), and University of Port Harcourt Business School (UPBS).

He has supervised many students’ projects, theses, and dissertations. He has equally contributed to community service in various ways. Dr. Udeorah is the author of Illah of our Dream: Issues in our Community Development, among other books, as well as an Editor of two books of Reading – Cultism: Death Trap on our Campuses and Man, His Environment, Footprint and Legacy. He presently has over thirty (40) published journal articles as well as some chapters in books. Dr. Sylvester Udeorah has attended several workshops and conferences both locally and internationally.

Sylvester Udeorah has served and is still serving in many administrative positions in the University. For instance, he was Assistant Hall Warden, Aminu Kano Hall B, 2007-2009, Hall Warden, Nelson Mandela Block C, 2009-2011, Head, Protocol and Logistics, Vice-Chancellor’s Office, 2012-2015, Focal Person/Liaison Officer, Department of Economics Graduate Programme Anti-Plagiarism, Deputy Director & Coordinator of Programmes Institute of International Trade and Development (IITD) among others. Also, Udeorah has served as a Member, Secretary, or Chairman in over forty (40) University ad hoc and statutory committees since joining the services of the University, including the Steering Committee on Eradication of Cultism 2000-2005, Board of Survey 2010 – 2015, Convocation Committee 2002 – Date. He was the Congregation Representative on the Capital/Procurement Committee of the University.

He was a Member of, Committee on Development of new programmes /curriculum for PGD, MSC programmes at the Institute of International Trade and Development (IITD) 2018 – 2019. He was also the Consultant in the Development of the University of Port Harcourt Business District (PPP/BOT)- Business Development between the University of Port Harcourt and Everyday Group of Company Ltd.

Udeorah is a Member of the World Association of Academic Doctors (WAAD), Maryland, USA, Nigerian Economic Society (NES), Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), Association of Nigerian Universities Professional Administrators (ANUPA), and a Fellow of the Institute of Policy Management Development. He is equally an Alumnus of the London Training Institute, London, UK.

He is the President and Founder of the Club for Christ Int’l (2004) and, Leadership Drill Forum (2010). Udeorah sits on the Board of several Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), including Knit Together Initiative (KTI) and Legacy and Footprint Foundation (LFF). He has equally served his native community of Illah in different capacities. For instance, he was the Secretary General of the Illah Development Union of Nigeria (IDUN), President, Illah Youth Association, Port Harcourt Branch, and Chairman, Electoral Committee, Illah Development Union.

He has received several laurels/awards, including a letter of recognition for leadership by the authorities of the University of Port Harcourt (2008). In 2014, Udeorah was yet conferred with the honour of Distinguished Alumnus of the Faculty of Social Sciences. In 2025, he was honoured with an award by the Nigerian Institute for International Affairs (NIIA), Lagos, and also by the  World Association for Academic Doctors (WAAD), Maryland, USA.

Udeorah enjoys travelling and meeting people, and nurturing ideas for societal development. He is happily married to Dr. Florence Udeorah.

 

profile of Mojisola Olatinwo

Mojisola Olatinwo is a strategic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in business strategy, curriculum design, training facilitation, and organizational development. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Institute of Public Speaking, where she oversees curriculum design and development.

Mojisola is also the Head of Strategy at Good Worths Partners Limited and a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Project Management of Nigeria (CIPMN). Her diverse background spans leadership and training roles at the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), West Africa Center for Innovative Development (WACID), Ehealth4Everyone, and Family Impact Nigeria.

She holds a degree in Library, Information and Archival Science from the University of Ibadan and is completing an MBA in Human Resource Management at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

PROFILE OF Engr. George Chukwulewa Okoroma

Engr. George Chukwulewa Okoroma, FNSE, FAEng, JP, is the Group Managing Director (GDM) of Gambeta Groupe Limited. He is a distinguished professional engineer, philanthropist, and leader who believes that integrity, honesty, and professionalism remain the core values of professional practice. His mission for the industry is to bridge the gap between local companies, best practices, and excellence in Engineering for sustainable development.

Engr. George graduated as a Civil Engineer from Paul Sabatier University, Toulouse, France in 1981. He holds a Master of Science (MSc.) in Project Management from the United Kingdom. Engr. George, after years of working in the Built and Natural Environment on several projects, co-founded Gambeta Nigeria Limited, Gapec Consultants Limited, and other engineering firms in Nigeria.

Engr. George is an active member and fellow of various professional associations in Nigeria and overseas. He has received several distinguished services awards. He is a Justice of Peace by the Rivers State Government, Past President of ACEN, Chairman of COREN South-South Steering Committee, Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering (FAEng.), and

President-Elect of Fidic Africa.