UchaVerse

Lets celebrate Chukwuemeka Okore Ikoro our Co-Founder. Chukwuemeka Ikoro is a seasoned IT leader, currently based in Germany with his family, with over 15 years of experience in building and scaling technology solutions. With a strong background in cloud infrastructure, IT operations, and product development, Chukwuemeka has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering innovative solutions.   As a co-founder of UchaVerse, Chukwuemeka is driven by a mission to leverage AI, augmented reality, and other emerging technologies to preserve and promote African languages and culture. His vision is to create scalable, personalized learning experiences that connect Africans in Africa, the diaspora, and fans of African culture worldwide with their heritage, ensuring the rich traditions and languages are passed down to future generations.   Chukwuemeka’s ability to combine deep technical knowledge with strategic leadership makes him instrumental in driving Uchaverse’s growth and impact. By focusing on scalability, market disruption, and rapid execution, he is committed to building a platform that not only preserves culture but also revolutionizes how we engage with and learn about our roots. #UchaverseDreamTeam #AfricanHeritage #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse

Afolabi Olayinka Olalekan – Lead Voice, UchaVerse   Afolabi Olayinka Olalekan is a seasoned educator, storyteller, and voice artist with over a decade of experience in the teaching profession. With degrees in Educational Technology and Social Studies Education, Afolabi has dedicated his career to imparting knowledge to students from diverse backgrounds, continuously refining his skills to remain a key figure in education.   As a passionate storyteller, Afolabi uses his voice to bridge generations, sharing the richness of African culture and the Yoruba language. He is the founder of a AFOLABI vocal training school, where he trains aspiring voice talents, and his own voice features in popular advertisements, making him a recognizable figure in the world of media.   In his role as Lead Voice at Uchaverse, Afolabi combines his love for storytelling with his vocal expertise to bring African languages and traditions to life. His efforts to promote the Yoruba language reflect its growing global importance, recently acknowledged by five major Canadian banks incorporating Yoruba into their customer service options.   At UchaVerse, Afolabi plays a pivotal role in shaping the platform’s mission of delivering on the mandate and goals of UchaVerse to its customers. Vocal Tone, Vocal texture, Vocal directions as well as anchoring a character voice on the platform. Join us in celebrating olayinka afolabi’s appointment and his vision for the future of Yoruba education through UchaVerse. #UchaverseDreamTeam #AfricanHeritage #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #Akan #UchaVerse

🚀 The Power of Networking! 🚀 In the entrepreneurial world, networking is everything! It's about building bridges, sharing knowledge, and connecting with the right people to unlock new opportunities. That’s why we reached out to Daniel Kwaku Merki at @Boxplayventures, a fellow visionary and Venture Builder who’s passionate about empowering African entrepreneurs. His insights and connections are instrumental as we venture into the Ghanaian market, hunting for top talents for Uchaverse. Exciting days ahead as we bring innovative solutions to life! 🌍✨ #Networking #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Africa #Uchaverse #GhanaTalent

Lets celebrate Ndiya Dimgba our Co-Founder. Ndiya Dimgba is a living example of the need for UchaVerse. Born to a Swiss mother and Nigerian father, she grew up eager to learn her native language and culture. As a young adult, she invested nearly $2,000 in books, online courses, and community programs to connect with her heritage, but found that the results didn’t match the effort. Now, as a mother of two mixed-race children, Ndiya brings her wealth of legal expertise, managerial experience, and leadership to Uchaverse to ensure that her children—and other African children in the diaspora—won’t have to struggle as she did to learn their heritage. She has teamed up with Opagu Dimgba and Chukwuemeka Okore Ikoro to assemble a world-class team dedicated to developing UchaVerse for Africans in the diaspora.   With a distinguished career in insurance and social security law spanning over a decade, Ndiya has held diverse roles, including leading legal teams and heading legal departments. Her educational background, with a Master’s in Law from the University of Zurich, underscores her legal acumen, deep understanding of business structures, and expertise in strategic management. She is also a sophisticated project manager, having led and completed several marquee projects throughout her career. Currently, she serves as the president of the board of The Swiss Association for Aids Advice for the Disabled and Elderly (SAHB) in Switzerland, while still achoring leadership role at ProFimis, Ndiya is a trailblazer.   Beyond her legal career, Ndiya’s entrepreneurial spirit is deeply connected to her African roots. Her work with Uchaverse reflects her personal journey—her struggles with learning her native language, her tenacity to succeed, and her vision of celebrating and promoting Africa’s rich heritage through innovative, tech-driven solutions.   As a co-founder, Ndiya combines her leadership, managerial, and legal expertise, along with her passion for social and cultural impact, to shape a platform that inspires and uplifts communities worldwide.   She is the bridge between both worlds in UchaVerse Community. #UchaverseDreamTeam #AfricanHeritage #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse

MEET OUR FOUNDER . Opagu Dimgba is a visionary entrepreneur and a passionate advocate for African culture and Business frameworks and systems. Driven by a desire to preserve his heritage for his kids, he founded UchaVerse, an AI enabled EdTech and media streaming company that leverages on animation and storytelling to teach and preserve Indigenous African languages, culture, and traditions for Africans in the diaspora.    Having passed through the prestigous Government College Umuahia where he met his co-founder Chukwuemeka Ikoro and further graduating from Federal University of Technology Owerri with a Bachelors in Agricultural Engineering and Currently honning his skills further in the prestigious Business School Lausanne Switzerland in an Executive MBA. Growing up with a deep appreciation for African culture, Opagu recognized the need for culturally relevant content for African children in the diaspora in 2022 When he relocated to Switzerland. This passion drives his dedication to creating authentic, high-quality educational materials that connect young minds to their rich cultural roots.   With a decade of experience in international business and management, Opagu has built a strong team that shares his commitment to innovation and cultural preservation. His strategic leadership style fosters collaboration, creativity, and a deep appreciation for African heritage. Through UchaVerse, Opagu is empowering the next generation of Africans to connect with their roots and embrace the beauty of their cultural identity. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, he is creating a legacy that connect Africans in diaspora to their cultural heritages. Join us in celebrating our Founder Opagu Dimgba. #UchaverseDreamTeam #AfricanHeritage #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse

Mrs. Olusola Lydia Oluwatoyin: Academic Head of Yoruba Language     Mrs. Olusola Oluwatoyin is our Academic Head for Yoruba Language at UchaVerse. On this Incredible young shoulder lies a passion for Yoruba and African Languages and Literatures. For almost 1 decade Olusola has engaged in the traditional mode of teaching Yoruba in various leading language institutions ranging from Progressive group of schools, lagos, Nesto group of schools etc to anchor news Broadcast in Native Yoruba Language for Sobi FM Ilorin, Nigeria. Mrs. Olusola Lydia Oluwatoyin is an academician, poet and storyteller expert in Yoruba language and cultural studies.   Mrs. Oluwatoyin ’s work is driven by a deep-seated passion for preserving the Yoruba language, particularly in the diaspora (Amsterdam) where cultural identity can often fade. Her innovative teaching techniques and use of digital platforms have made her a pioneer in language education, making Yoruba accessible and engaging for students of all ages.   She has led numerous projects aimed at promoting Yoruba culture and language, including collaborations with international organizations to create educational content for children and adults alike Mrs. Oluwatoyin believes that teaching the Yoruba language is not just about communication but about passing down the rich cultural heritage embedded in every word. Mrs. Olusola Lydia Oluwatoyin will be sparehearing the academic excellence of UchaVerse content on the Yoruba Segment. Join us in celebrating Mrs. Olusola Oluwatoyin’s appointment and his vision for the future of Yoruba education through UchaVerse. #UchaverseDreamTeam #TeamBuilding #AfricanHeritage #Recruitment #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse

Seth Abakah: Academic Head of Twi Language We are excited to introduce Seth Abakah as the Academic Head for Twi Language at Uchaverse. With a rich background in teaching Twi across different educational levels, Seth has a bachelor is Education from the University of Cape Coast. Seth Abakah brings over a decade of experience in both traditional and digital classrooms.   Seth’s passion for the Twi language is rooted in his deep connection to Ghanaian culture. His academic journey has been marked by a relentless drive to ensure that the Twi language is not just taught but lived and experienced by his students. He has led several successful initiatives aimed at revitalizing the language among young Ghanaians in the diaspora.   Currently a Tutor in Prestigous IHC Class, Seth had also taught Twi and Fante in Association International school. Seth is a season Twi and Fante tutor with an intimidating record of over 500 students home and abroad. As an advocate for cultural preservation, Seth is committed to using innovative teaching methods to make Twi engaging and relevant in today’s world. He sees UchaVerse as the perfect platform to reach a global audience, ensuring that Twi thrives for generations to come. He will be spearheading the academic excellence of UchaVerse content for Ghana - Twi.   We are proud to have Seth Abakah on board and look forward to the impact he will make. #UchaverseDreamTeam #TeamBuilding #AfricanHeritage #Recruitment #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse

Meet Our Animation Advisor . Chinedu Ndukwe is a Highly motivated and detail-oriented 3D Animator with close to half a decade of experience creating engaging animations for various brands and projects. Successfully spearheaded the animation team on the Are We Nok documentary project for the Muta Africa company in 2022, leading to the delivery of an optimum quality historically accurate visuals that enhanced the project's overall impact.   He has lead character animator for CGI characters in movies like 'Cold' Produced and directed by Bakia T. Thomas, Glamorbit productions' Copy Cat and Margaret Produced by Franklin Okwonna and directed by Charles Chukukere.   Chinedu holds a B.A in Linguistics which extremely gives him a great insight to our objectives at UchaVerse. He is Proficient in Autodesk Maya, Blender, and other relevant software. Possesses strong skills in video editing, and animation techniques, ideal for crafting compelling age appropriate visuals.   He is an African Language and culture Enthusiast, who sees UchaVerse as an immense innovation in the space of preservation of African languages and he is happy to add his expertise to guide the decision making of the team. Join us in celebrating Chinedu Ndukwe`s appointment to the UchaVerse Team. #UchaverseDreamTeam #AfricanHeritage #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse

We are thrilled to welcome Maazi Obioha Nmezi Obioha Nmezi as the Academic Head for Igbo Language at UchaVerse. With over 1 decade of experience in teaching Igbo Language, Maazi Nmezi, as an Igbo enthusiast, has dedicated his career to preserving and promoting the Igbo language and culture.   Having taught across several language institutions, Maazi Nmezi now champions the campaign to empower diaspora Igbo indigenes and language tourists with the knowledge of Igbo language on Verbling. As a tutor on Verbling Maazi Nmezi has taught over 300 Igbo people and clocked close to 5000 hours in tutoring. His work in #Igbolanguage preservation, particularly in the diaspora, has been instrumental in ensuring that the next generation of Igbo speakers remains connected to their roots. He has also worked for Nkọwa okwu where he led a team of lexicographers to create a robust online Igbo language dictionary which explains Igbo language words as never seen before on the internet.   Obioha has worked as an English-Igbo translator for government parastatals and non-profit organizations. He also consults for teachers on how best to teach Igbo language to English native speakers in an environment where Igbo language is very seldom spoken or heard. Born and raised in Igbo land, Obioha Nmezi ensures that all materials or information he is putting out there reflects the true perception of a natural Igbo mind.   Maazi Nmezi is driven by a mission to make the Igbo language accessible to all, using modern educational tools and methodologies and will be sparehearing the academic excellence of UchaVerse content on the Igbo Segment.   Join us in celebrating Maazi Nmezi’s appointment and his vision for the future of Igbo language education through UchaVerse.

At Uchaverse, we believe that recruitment and team building are the backbone of any visionary project and a sustainable business. Building a dream team requires more than just finding skilled professionals—it demands a shared conviction in the mission and values of the organization. That’s why at Uchaverse, we are committed to ensuring that every team member is 100% aligned with our dedication to African culture, tradition, and education. To executive and develop the solutions that best meets our customers pain we have assembled a world-class team that brings not only expertise but also a deep-rooted passion for preserving and promoting Africa’s rich heritage. Together, we are creating innovative solutions that will connect Africans in the diaspora with their cultural roots in meaningful ways. Meet the UchaVerse Team. #UchaverseDreamTeam #TeamBuilding #AfricanHeritage #Recruitment #Innovation #Igbo #Yoruba #Twi #UchaVerse