Emmanuel Olukosoko
| Emmanuel Olukosoko | |
|---|---|
 olu-kosoko.jpg | |
| Native name | Oluwatosin |
| Born | 1982/05/20 Lagos, Nigeria |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Nigerian |
| 🏫 Education | (BA) (MA) |
| 🎓 Alma mater | University of Lagos Cardiff University |
| 💼 Occupation | |
| 🏢 Organisation | Olukosoko Foundation |
| Title | Visionary |
| 🏛️ Political party | All Progressives Congress (APC) |
| Movement | Political Party |
| 🌐 Website | https://www.olukosoko.com/ |
| olukosoko | |
| prince.olu.kosoko | |
| olukosoko | |
Kosoko Oluwatosin Emmanuel (born 20 May 1982) is a Nigerian philanthropist, an entrepreneur, and business analyst. He is the Olu Kosoko Foundation's Visionary.[1][2] He is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Early Life
Prince Olu Kosoko was born 20 May 1982 to His Royal Majesty, Dr. Oladele Friday Kosoko JP. Ogundeyi II, the Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom, Badagry, Lagos Nigeria and his wife.
In Badagry, he started his early education. He completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English at the University of Lagos, where he graduated with Second Class Upper Division. Olu subsequently went on to earn an MA in International Public Relations from Cardiff University in Wales.
Olu is a student member of the United Kingdom's Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), a member of the UK Public Affairs Council (UKPAC), and an associate member of the Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM).
He has also attended numerous trainings and workshops.
Education History
Olu has a Master of Arts (MA) in International Public Relations from Cardiff University, Wales and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English from the University of Lagos, Nigeria.
Olu is a student member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) in the United Kingdom, a member of the UK Public Affairs Council (UKPAC), and an associate member of the Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM).
Professional Overview
Olu Kosoko (PMP, MA) is a resourceful leader who is able to adapt to new situations in multicultural environments. For 11 years, Olu has worked as a manager of teams in the United Kingdom and Africa, helping clients in the areas of know-your-customers (KYC), anti-money laundering (AML), financial crime, and compliance management. He gets a rush out of turning business obstacles into attainable outcomes with the help of his great problem-solving abilities and flexible communication skills.
Joining Aston Carter in 2022, Olu extended his track record to client liaison and CDD, completing 7,000+ cases for clients and implementing performance improvement strategies to increase business efficiency.
Olu's management consulting career started as a Business Analyst with Capita and the end client was one of the largest banks in United Kingdom, working with some of the finest small and medium enterprises (SMEs) on risk management, compliance management, corporate governance, and customer service management. Since leaving Capita, Olu has worked with 2 of the Big 4 consulting firms: Deloitte UK and KPMG UK.
Tourism and development are one of Olu's interests. He is the CEO, Discover Badagry which is a content creation company to showcase the natural potential of Badagry for Tourism and Business. He serves as the Principal Consultant of Alpha Gravida Limited, a global consulting business with a combined 30 years work experience in media and brand development, tourism branding, real estate development, and project management. He serves clients across Europe and Africa.
AML and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) are Olu's playing ground. He is a formidable force, having led multiple teams on 10+ projects to increase revenue lines and financial integrity at Deloitte UK and KPMG UK. One notable project is the Orphaned Product Remediation Program for one of Scotland’s biggest banks, revamping the bank’s due diligence pattern to minimize risk exposure at all levels.
Humanitarian Activity
The Olu Kosoko Foundation (OK Foundation) oversees his philanthropic initiatives. Olu focuses on four key themes: Education, Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, and Environment (4 Es), adding value to people's lives and promoting sustainable development goals (SDGs).[3]
Prince Olu's commitment to making a difference in the lives of others is evident in his foundation's various programs. Notably, the OK Foundation's COVID-19 relief package reached over 300 families with cash gifts and meal packages during the 2020 pandemic's height, providing support for vulnerable groups such as widows, older people, and youths.[4][5][6]
Prince Olu Kosoko is a passionate and result-driven leader in the non-profit sector, strongly committed to creating positive impacts in African grassroots communities.
References
- ↑ "Olu Kosoko marks birthday, launches digital Centre in Badagry". Vanguard News. 20 May 2021. Retrieved 27 September 2023.
- ↑ "Foundation opens digital hub to empower youths in Badagry". TheGuardian. 23 May 2021. Retrieved 27 September 2023.
- ↑ "THE SDG 17 GOALS".
- ↑ "Foundation feeds, donates cash to Badagry residents". Punch. 21 May 2020. Retrieved 27 September 2023.
- ↑ "Olu Kosoko Foundation Shows Love To Badagry Families". The Octopus News. 3 May 2020. Retrieved 27 September 2023.
- ↑ "Covid-19: Olu Kosoko Foundation Supports 200 Families in Badagry". Today NG. 30 April 2020. Retrieved 27 September 2023.
