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Delivered high-quality Over-the-Phone (OPI) and Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) sessions in English to Igbo (vice-versa), serving clients across medical and social service sectors. Interpreted for sensitive healthcare encounters including mental health consultations, hospital discharges, and Medicaid services.

Designed and delivered core undergraduate curricula in Igbo language, translation, and literature, ensuring high academic standards and student engagement. Oversaw critical research and practical translation projects, providing expert guidance and contributing to the professional development of future linguists.

Co-developed and translated the official Teachers’ Guide for Nigeria’s Revised 9-Year Basic Education Curriculum (BEC), achieving linguistic precision, cultural relevance, and pedagogical clarity in Igbo. Facilitated national-level curriculum validation, collaborating with key education leaders to significantly enhance accessibility and instructional quality for Igbo-speaking learners.

Annotated 4+ hours of audio using ELAN for use in AI and NLP datasets.

Translated trade guides for small-scale cross-border traders for women in West Africa’s agrifood markets.

Delivered strategic translation and cultural insights to elevate business projects, guaranteeing accurate and culturally attuned communication.

Delivered 500+ words/minutes of high-quality translation and voiceover services for critical NAATI accreditation materials, ensuring linguistic precision remotely. Rigorous evaluation and grading of 200+ entry-level Igbo translation/interpreting test submissions, directly upholding national certification standards.

Led a remote team in the end-to-end creation and translation of comprehensive Igbo learning materials, ensuring dialectal accuracy and cultural relevance for diverse language learners. Directed linguistic quality assurance for all Igbo content, guaranteeing precise dialectal representation and deep cultural resonance.

Created 5,000+ Igbo headwords with dialectal variations and example sentences for the first Igbo language API.

Completed a Ph.D. in Igbo Literature & Translation, focusing on advanced research and scholarly contributions to the field. Engaged in in-depth study and analysis of Igbo literary works and translation theories.

Grade: Distinction

Achieved a Master of Arts in Igbo Literature with Distinction, demonstrating high academic performance and expertise in the subject. Conducted extensive research and analysis in Igbo literary studies.

Obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, gaining foundational knowledge in educational theories and practices. Prepared for a career in teaching and curriculum development.

Grade: 2nd Class Upper

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Igbo Studies with a 2nd Class Upper classification. Developed a comprehensive understanding of Igbo language, culture, and history.