Professional Journey
20+ years transforming business challenges into innovative technology solutions across UN agencies and private sector
John Agbo
ICT Expert & Digital Business Leader
With over 20 years of experience transforming business challenges into innovative technology solutions across UN agencies and private sector organizations.
Mr. Agbo brings over two decades of distinguished technology leadership experience transforming complex business challenges into innovative, technology-driven solutions. His multidisciplinary background, including a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, a Master's in Information Technology, and an MBA in Digital Business, provides him with a unique perspective on leveraging technology for organizational success. From the United Nations (2003 - 2024) to the private sector (1999-2003, 2024 - Present), Mr. Agbo has delivered impactful results across diverse ICT environments. His leadership experience encompasses strategic planning, project management, team development, and hands-on technical implementation. He is the founder of MPM Projects Ltd, delivering ICT strategy, digital transformation, and business process automation. He also co-leads the NGO, Digital Actions for Community Sustainable Development Initiative (DACSI), to advance sustainable community development using digital tools and capacity-building initiatives.
Key Accomplishments
- Pioneer Instructor at the premier Cisco Academy in Nigeria in Lagos (2003-2004) by United Nations Development Program
- Established AI for Good - Africa Youtube Channel to localize the understanding of Artificial Intelligence for the African audience
- Pioneering Technology and Process Automation: Developed and implemented over 20 customized business solutions
- Large-Scale Project Leadership: Pioneered Nigeria's first humanitarian cargo notification system, a critical tool still in use today. Also successfully designed and implemented the ICT infrastructure for the ICASA 2005 conference, ensuring seamless technology operations for over 5,000 attendees
Mr. Agbo's leadership and technical skills encompass a wide range of platforms and technologies, with proven ability to manage diverse teams, drive change, and deliver complex projects on time and within budget. His current passion is harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence for focused business goals.
John Agbo holds an MBA in Digital Business (EU Business School, Switzerland), Masters in Information Technology and B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering (Nigeria)
Career Timeline
Lead, Project and Business Solutions
MPM Projects Ltd
Overseeing planning, execution, and delivery of multiple projects while developing tailored business solutions for clients.
Founder & Director
Digital Actions for Support of Community Sustainable Development Initiatives (DACSi)
Intervening in community development projects through digital solutions and capacity-building initiatives.
Information Systems Officer
United Nations
- Automated manual business processes across multiple country offices, increasing operational efficiency
- Enhanced staff productivity through custom solutions
- Resolved 100+ field office tickets ensuring uninterrupted operations
ICT Analyst
UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
- Spearheaded development of 10+ customized business solutions including COVID-19 mobile apps
- Pioneered Nigeria's first humanitarian cargo notification system
- Coordinated ICT support across four Nigerian state offices
ICT Associate
United Nations Development Programme
- Led transition to Microsoft Office 360 and cloud solutions
- Designed customized web database applications increasing efficiency
- Implemented comprehensive security and disaster recovery plans
Various ICT Roles
Médecins Sans Frontières, UNAIDS, Cisco Systems
- ICT Officer at Médecins Sans Frontières
- ICT Associate at UNAIDS - Designed ICASA 2005 ICT infrastructure
- Cisco Instructor and Technical Manager roles
Education & Certifications
Education
Master of Business Administration - Digital Business
EU Business School
2023 - 2025
Master's Degree, Information Technology
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
2010 - 2013
Post Graduate Diploma, Computer Science
Federal University of Technology Minna
2005 - 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering
University of Agriculture, Makurdi
1992 - 1998
Core Competencies
Technical Skills
- ICT Project Management
- Digital Business Solutions
- Multivendor Cloud Solutions
- Network Infrastructure
- Business Process Automation
Leadership Skills
- Change Management
- Strategic Planning
- Team Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Digital Transformation
- Project Leadership