Creating Pathways for Young People in Tech
Chioma Okpara has emerged as a transformative force in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, leading a movement that empowers young Nigerians by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive in the digital age. Through her platform, she has mentored, trained,
and connected aspiring tech professionals to industry leaders, breaking barriers for those who may not have had the privilege of formal tech education or industry access.
Her initiative has become a lifeline for young Nigerians, particularly those who come from diverse and often overlooked backgrounds. Whether they are graduates struggling to secure jobs, young people from churches, and community centers, or individuals who could not access university education, Chioma provides them with structured training, internship placements, and direct mentorship to help them navigate the tech industry.
By doing so, she is not only bridging the gap between talent an opportunity but also fostering a new generation of digital innovators who are shaping the future of Nigeria’s technology space.
A Journey from Medical Sciences to Tech Leadership
Chioma’s passion for technology wasn’t born out of a traditional path. She started her academic journey in Medical Sciences at the University of Lagos, with no initial intention of entering the tech field. However, her life took a turn when a mentor introduced her to the world of technology. This single opportunity opened doors she never imagined, igniting a passion that would shape her future.
Determined to make an impact, she transitioned from her medical sciences background into technology, securing roles at Microsoft, Dell, Lenovo, and Micromax, where she made significant contributions to digital transformation and innovation.
A Tech Startup Founder: Driving Digital Innovation for SMEs
Beyond her work in talent development, Chioma is also the co-founder of Promethean Consulting Limited, a technology solutions company that focuses on helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) leverage digital transformation to grow and thrive.
Recognizing that SMEs are the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, Chioma and her team at Promethean Consulting provide innovative IT solutions tailored to help businesses scale efficiently, secure their data, and optimize operations. The company offers:
- Managed IT Services – Round-the-clock maintenance and security for business operations.
- Cloud Computing & Security Solutions – Helping businesses migrate, secure, and manage
cloud infrastructure. - Vulnerability Assessments & Penetration Testing (VAPT) – Identifying and addressing
cybersecurity threats. - Business Intelligence & Data Analytics – Helping SMEs make data-driven decisions.
Through Promethean Consulting, Chioma is not only enabling business efficiency but also creating employment opportunities for young talents in Nigeria. She ensures that the company actively hires and trains young professionals—many of whom have come from her mentorship programs—allowing them to gain real-world experience while contributing to business transformation.
Breaking the Cycle: Reducing Workforce Recycling in Tech
One of the most notable impacts of Chioma’s work is how she breaks the cycle of workforce recycling in Nigeria’s tech industry. Traditionally, tech companies tend to rehire from the same small pool of experienced professionals, leaving new talent without opportunities to break into the
sector.
Chioma’s platform introduces fresh, highly skilled young professionals into the industry pipeline, creating an influx of new ideas, fresh perspectives, and an expanded workforce. This has helped companies grow and innovate, while giving young professionals a chance to thrive in the tech sector.
Early Tech Education: Inspiring the Next Generation
Chioma firmly believes that early exposure to technology is key to building future innovators. To achieve this, she regularly visits primary and secondary schools, educating students about career opportunities in technology and encouraging them to develop an interest in STEM fields at an early stage.
By introducing children to coding, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and emerging technologies, she is laying the foundation for Nigeria’s next generation of tech leaders.
A Recognized Industry Leader
Chioma’s expertise and contributions to the technology sector have earned her recognition as a leader and mentor in the industry. She is an active member of several prestigious organizations, including:
1. Nigerian Computer Society (NCS)
2. Computer Professionals of Nigeria (CPN)
3. ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association)
4. AITP (Association of Information Technology Professionals)
Her membership and contributions to these organizations further solidify her impact in the tech
space, positioning her as a thought leader and an advocate for digital transformation in Nigeria.
A Commitment to the Future of Tech and Business
Chioma Okpara’s vision and contributions extend beyond her own success. She is nurturing talent,
fostering business innovation, and shaping the future of Nigeria’s tech industry.
Her membership and contributions to these organizations further solidify her impact in the tech space, positioning her as a thought leader and an advocate for digital transformation in Nigeria.
A Commitment to the Future of Tech and Business
Chioma Okpara’s vision and contributions extend beyond her own success. She is nurturing talent, fostering business innovation, and shaping the future of Nigeria’s tech industry.
Her dual impact—both in empowering young people to enter the tech sector and in supporting SMEs through digital transformation—demonstrates a deep commitment to advancing technology
as a force for human and business progress.
As she continues to mentor, train, and provide opportunities for young talents while expanding tech solutions for businesses, Chioma remains a key figure in shaping the future of Nigeria’s digital economy.
Her work is not just about technology—it is about creating a lasting legacy of opportunities for generations to come.
