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United by the philosophy of Ubuntu, we work as Team

People Driving Climate Action Forward

United by the philosophy of Ubuntu, we work alongside communities, institutions, and partners to deliver measurable environmental and social impact.

Nafesat Lawal

Lead Project Architect & Principal Agricultural Scientist

Nafesat Lawal

Lead Project Architect & Principal Agricultural Scientist

Founder, UGCF | Global Laureate (NGIN 2023) | WUR Certified
Nafesat Lawal is an agricultural scientist and Founder of the Ubuntu Green Climate Foundation (UGCF). An NGIN Global Laureate (Rome, 2023) and WUR-certified specialist, she engineers data-integrated climate adaptation models—including precision nursery frameworks and human-centric stewardship models; that turn climate theory into field-verified, high-survival reality across African communities.

Dr. Julius Bulus

Principal Scientific Advisor - Plant Health & Soil Ecology

Dr. Julius Bulus

Principal Scientific Advisor - Plant Health & Soil Ecology

Lecturer & Applied Nematologist, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria
Dr. Julius Bulus is an Applied Nematologist and Crop Protection Researcher at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. Holding a Ph.D. in Crop Protection, Dr. Bulus guides UGCF's scientific advisory model—integrating eco-friendly botanical bio-protection, soil biological health tracking, and precise nursery growth indicators to ensure high plant survival rates and project longevity across all environmental restoration sites.

Sir Innocent Oleru

Human Fence Lead Strategist

Sir Innocent Oleru

Human Fence Lead Strategist

Sociologist & Community Governance Specialist
Sir Innocent Oleru is a Sociologist and retired Correctional Officer serving as the Human Fence Lead Strategist at the Ubuntu Green Climate Foundation. Combining decades of experience in human behavior and social administration, Sir Innocent drives local community engagement and grassroots cultural governance. He leads the field execution of UGCF’s Mandatory Stewardship Model, working directly with households and local stakeholders to foster community ownership, long-term care, and active stewardship for every environmental restoration setup.

Mariam Abdulsalam

Agroecologist & Climate Systems Consultant

Mariam Abdulsalam

Agroecologist & Climate Systems Consultant

Environmental Scientist & Ecosystem Data Specialist
Mariam Abdulsalam is an Environmental Scientist specializing in translating complex ecosystem data into actionable climate resilience. With a background in research collaborations with global institutions like CNRS and INRAE, she brings technical expertise in {CO}_2 flux analysis, numerical modeling, and automated data pipelines. Mariam provides independent remote

Rasheed Lawal

Circular Economy & Sustainability Advisor

Rasheed Lawal

Circular Economy & Sustainability Advisor

Sustainability Advisor, Wates Group (UK)
Rasheed Lawal is a sustainability professional and Circular Economy Advisor to the Ubuntu Green Climate Foundation. Currently serving as a Sustainability Advisor for the Wates Group in the UK, Rasheed brings extensive expertise in net-zero transition strategies, clean energy deployment, and environmental management. His advisory for UGCF focuses on circular economy frameworks, green and blue infrastructure retrofits, and sustainable livelihood management—aligning environmental restoration with global best practices for long-term ecological and community resilience.

Dr. Evelyn Bitrus

Creative Design & Floral Specialist

Dr. Evelyn Bitrus

Creative Design & Floral Specialist

Medical Doctor & Environmental Advocate
Dr. Evelyn Bitrus is a Medical Doctor, environmental advocate, and practical agriculturalist with a specialized passion for floriculture. Bridging medical science, hands-on farming, and eco-aesthetics, Dr. Evelyn actively collaborates with the CAGIA team to lead creative eco-design initiatives. She mentors young climate actors and accelerators in recycling, upcycling, and repurposing practices—turning environmental waste into functional art and sustainable floral installations that inspire community-led climate action.

Let’s Turn Climate Action Into Real Impact

Communities need more than climate promises. They need practical solutions that restore ecosystems, strengthen livelihoods, and build resilience for the future.

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People Driving Climate Action Forward

Nafesat Lawal

Dr. Julius Bulus

Sir Innocent Oleru

Mariam Abdulsalam

Rasheed Lawal

Dr. Evelyn Bitrus

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