About Us

Who We Are

A professional learning and training organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through collaborative, context-driven learning.

Our Story

How It All Began

CoCreate Learning Firm Limited was founded on the belief that the most impactful learning happens when people come together to co-create knowledge. Born from years of experience in education, development, and training across Nigeria and beyond, our organization was established to address the critical gap between traditional learning approaches and the real-world skills people need to thrive.

We recognized that sustainable change requires more than just transferring knowledge — it demands collaborative, context-driven approaches that empower learners to become active participants in their own development journey.

Our Vision

A world where every individual, institution, and community has the skills, knowledge, and opportunity to thrive through collaborative learning and sustainable development.

Our Mission

To empower individuals, institutions, and organizations to co-create knowledge, build essential life skills, and drive sustainable impact through innovative, context-driven learning programmes.

Our Values

Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do.

Collaboration

We co-create solutions with our partners and communities.

Innovation

We embrace creative approaches to learning and development.

Integrity

We uphold transparency, accountability, and ethical practice.

Inclusivity

We ensure equitable access and participation for all.

Sustainability

We design programmes that create lasting, scalable impact.

Excellence

We pursue the highest standards in all we do.

Our People

Experienced Professionals & Advisors

At CoCreate Learning Firm Limited, our strength lies in a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals and advisors committed to delivering innovative, impactful, and life-skills-driven learning solutions. Our team brings together expertise in education, leadership, research, policy, and community development — ensuring our programmes are both locally relevant and globally aligned.

Leadership

Our Founder

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Zainab Muhammad Shuaibu

Dr. Zainab Muhammad Shuaibu is a specialist in STEM education, teacher professional development, and capacity building, with extensive experience in designing and implementing innovative learning programmes at national and international levels.

She is affiliated with the National Teachers' Institute (NTI), Kaduna, where she has contributed to large-scale teacher training and education reform initiatives across Nigeria.

Her professional engagements include collaborations with international organizations such as the Geoscience Information for Teachers (GIFT) programme under the European Geosciences Union, the Commonwealth of Learning (COL), and global capacity-building initiatives focused on women leadership, blended learning, and educational innovation.

Key Programmes

Learning Recovery Programme (LRP)
SMASE (ASEI-PDSI) implementation
Integration of digital and blended learning approaches
International teacher development and knowledge exchange initiatives

Role in CoCreate Learning Firm

Provide strategic leadership and vision
Lead programme innovation and quality assurance
Drive international collaborations and partnerships
Champion life skills integration and STEM education
Represent the firm at national and global levels

Governance

Advisory Board

Distinguished experts guiding our strategy, quality, and impact.

Prof. Benson Banda

Chairperson, Advisory Board

Director, National Science Centre (NSC), Zambia

Prof. Benson Banda is Director of the National Science Centre, Ministry of Education, Zambia, and President of Strengthening Mathematics and Science Education in Africa (SMASE-Africa).

His work centers on STEM curriculum development, teacher professional growth, and lesson study, shaping national and regional policy and classroom practices across Africa. He serves as Chief Editor of the Zambia Journal for Teachers' Professional Growth, Zambia STEM Education Journal, and the Journal of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education in Africa.

A prolific researcher, Prof. Banda has published extensively on STEM education, teacher training, and curriculum implementation. His contributions to international education development earned him the JICA President's Award.

Hajiya Habiba Mohammad

Gender, Inclusion & Community Engagement

Director, Centre for Girls' Education (CGE), Zaria

Hajiya Habiba Mohammad is a leading advocate for girls' education, gender equity, and inclusive learning, with extensive experience in programme design and implementation at the community and institutional levels.

Through her leadership at the Centre for Girls' Education (CGE), she has been actively involved in promoting access to education for girls, addressing barriers to participation, and strengthening community engagement and support systems.

Role in the Firm

Guide integration of gender-responsive and inclusive approaches across programmes
Strengthen community-based interventions and outreach strategies
Support programmes focused on girls, women, and vulnerable groups
Ensure safeguarding and equitable participation in all initiatives
Enhance partnerships with organizations working in gender and education

Dr. Tom Mboya

STEM Education, Innovation & Digital Learning

Assistant Director, Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Kenya | Founder, Kenya National STEM Learning Ecosystem

Dr. Tom Mboya is a highly accomplished STEM education leader, researcher, and innovator with over 33 years of experience in teacher education, curriculum development, educational leadership, and digital learning transformation. A trained Physics and Mathematics educator, he has served as a high school teacher, deputy principal, university lecturer, National SMASE Physics Trainer, and currently as Assistant Director at the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Kenya, where he oversees Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) and Remote Learning Methodology (RLM).

He is a key contributor to the implementation of Kenya's Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) as both curriculum designer and master trainer. He holds a Doctorate in Education from the Australian Catholic University, Australia, alongside advanced qualifications in Educational Research and Evaluation, and has participated in international professional development programmes in Japan, Israel, Tanzania, and Kenya.

Dr. Mboya is the Founder and Lead of the Kenya National STEM Learning Ecosystem and the Community of Practice for Invention Educators (CoPIE Kenya), championing innovative, inclusive, and technology-driven STEM learning across Africa. Through partnerships with Harvard University's LabXChange, the Royal Academy of Engineering (UK), Nottingham University's Afriscene, and the Lemelson Foundation, he has mobilized support for transformative STEM programmes.

He is widely recognized for pioneering livestreamed lessons, virtual laboratories, robotics and coding competitions, STEM Ambassadors programmes, and community makerspaces aimed at expanding digital inclusion for underserved learners. His mentorship has contributed to teachers receiving prestigious African Union Continental Teacher Awards.

Role in the Firm

Provide expertise in competency-based education and curriculum design
Guide STEM ecosystem development and innovation initiatives
Support teacher professional development across Africa
Advise on educational technology integration and digital learning
Strengthen strategic educational leadership and partnerships

Dr. Owunna Vivian Ifeyinwa

Teacher Development, STEM & Innovation

Mathematics Education Specialist | SUBEB Imo | International Trainer

Dr. Owunna Vivian Ifeyinwa is a specialist in Mathematics Education, teacher professional development, and educational innovation, with extensive experience in training teachers and education officers across Nigeria.

She has participated in several international programmes in Malaysia, Japan, Zambia, and other global platforms, focusing on improving teaching methodologies, lesson study practices, and curriculum development. Her expertise includes SMASE (ASEI-PDSI) INSET training, the 5E instructional model, blended and technology-integrated learning, and curriculum and textbook development.

Role in the Firm

Provide technical expertise in teacher training and STEM education
Support design and delivery of innovative teaching methodologies
Guide integration of global best practices into local training programmes
Strengthen capacity-building initiatives for teachers and educators
Contribute to research, training materials, and programme quality

Aminu Abdulazez Jumare

Legal & Governance Advisor

Law Graduate | Postgraduate Researcher, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

Aminu Abdulazez Jumare is a Nigerian law graduate from IUA and currently pursuing postgraduate studies at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He has a strong academic background in law, with a growing focus on governance, compliance, and institutional development.

Role in the Firm

Provide legal advisory on contracts, agreements, and partnerships
Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements
Support development of governance policies and institutional frameworks
Advise on risk management and legal implications of programmes
Promote ethical standards and accountability within the organization

Senior Technical Advisors & Core Team

Technical Advisors & Core Team

The people leading delivery, content, and day-to-day operations.

Alabi Baba Asaju

Policy, Quality Assurance & Education Systems

Former Director, Quality Assurance, UBEC

Alabi Baba Asaju is a seasoned education administrator with decades of experience in Nigeria's basic education system. His distinguished career includes serving as UBEC State Coordinator in Enugu and Lagos States, Acting Zonal Director in both South-East and South-West zones, and rising to the position of Director, Quality Assurance at the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).

He was responsible for ensuring standards in teaching, learning, school supervision, and system performance across the country, contributing significantly to improving education quality at scale. He holds an M.Ed. in Administration and Planning, with additional expertise in data management and education systems.

Role in the Firm

Provide expert guidance on quality assurance and standards
Support alignment with national education policies and UBEC frameworks
Strengthen monitoring, supervision, and evaluation systems
Guide large-scale programme implementation and scalability
Enhance engagement with government institutions and policy stakeholders

Aliyu Abdullahi Odiai

Senior Advisor — School Improvement & Teacher Development

Aliyu Abdullahi Odiai is a highly experienced educationist with a distinguished career spanning several decades in the Nigerian education system. Beginning as a classroom teacher, he rose through roles including Head Teacher, School Support Officer, District School Support Officer, and ultimately Team Lead of the School Improvement Team.

His career reflects deep expertise in school supervision, teacher mentoring, and institutional improvement, with a strong track record of enhancing educational quality at the grassroots level.

Role in the Firm

Provide practical insights into school-based implementation of training programmes
Support teacher professional development and mentoring initiatives
Guide design of context-relevant education interventions
Strengthen school improvement and supervision strategies
Mentor facilitators and support field-level implementation

Yusuf Muhammad Damisah

Content & Media Specialist

Yusuf Muhammad Damisah is a content creator and media specialist with a strong focus on digital communication, storytelling, and educational content development. He brings creativity and technical skills to producing engaging multimedia content that enhances learning experiences and organizational visibility.

He plays a critical role in translating CoCreate Learning Firm's programmes, activities, and impact into compelling visual and digital content for diverse audiences.

Role in the Firm

Develop and manage digital content — articles, visuals, videos, social media
Document training programmes and field activities
Produce learning and communication materials aligned with our methodology
Manage website content updates and resource uploads
Enhance online presence and brand visibility
Support knowledge management and storytelling of impact

Faruk Sani Aiman

Digital Literacy & AI Expert

Software Engineer | Founder, Aymern AI & Automation Solutions

Faruk Sani Aiman is a Digital Literacy and Artificial Intelligence expert dedicated to equipping individuals and organizations with practical, future-ready skills. He is a Software Engineer with professional training experience at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), where he has been exposed to emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and data-driven systems.

Faruk is the founder of Aymern AI and Automation Solutions, a company focused on helping businesses streamline operations, reduce manual workload, and improve efficiency through intelligent automation.

With a strong passion for education, he specializes in teaching digital skills to beginners and supporting educators who are not yet conversant with modern technologies. His approach simplifies complex concepts, making digital tools and AI accessible, relevant, and easy to apply in everyday work and learning environments.

Role in the Firm

Lead digital literacy and AI capacity-building programmes
Design practical, beginner-friendly technology training for educators
Advise on integration of AI and automation across firm operations
Develop digital learning tools and automation workflows
Support technology-enabled programme delivery and innovation

Abdallah Ishaq Shuaibu

Human Resources & Administration

Abdallah Ishaq Shuaibu is responsible for human resource management and organizational development within CoCreate Learning Firm Limited. He supports the development of a structured, efficient, and people-centered work environment that enables the team to perform effectively.

He plays a key role in ensuring that the firm attracts, develops, and retains competent professionals aligned with its vision and values.

Role in the Firm

Manage recruitment, onboarding, and staff coordination
Develop and implement HR policies and procedures
Support staff development, training, and performance management
Ensure effective team structure and role clarity
Promote organizational culture and professional standards
Support administrative coordination of programmes and operations

Our Extended Team

We collaborate with a network of associate experts, facilitators, and consultants across education, agriculture, STEM, entrepreneurship, psychosocial support, and research — enabling us to deliver flexible, high-quality, and scalable programmes tailored to diverse contexts.

In Closing

Our team combines experience, expertise, and passion to deliver learning solutions that are practical, inclusive, and impactful — driving transformation at individual, institutional, and societal levels.