Speak with Bofy Idiodi - Lead Consultant
Founder and Lead Consultant, Acquire Centre Ltd
Bofy is the founder and Lead Consultant at Acquire Centre Ltd, a professional training organization established in 2019 to provide certifications and training in IT, Project Management, and other business-related programs. With excellent interpersonal communication skills and a knack for diagnosing and resolving problems and training needs, Bofy has built a reputation as a resourceful and results-oriented professional.
Education and Certifications:
- Ph.D. Candidate: Computer Science, Delta State University, Abraka
- Master of Science: Computer Networks, Middlesex University, London, UK
- Bachelor of Arts: Religion (major), with minors in Computer Science and Business Administration, Andrews University, MI, USA
- Certifications:
- PRINCE2 Practitioner
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Professional SCRUM Master I (PSM-I)
- CompTIA Project+, DataSys+, Security+
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
- ISO/IEC certifications in Network Security & Incident Management
- Lead SOC 2 Analyst and more
Areas of Expertise:
- Project Management & Risk Management
- Quality Assurance & Network Security
- Incident Management & SOC 2 Analysis
- Training and Education Management
- Business Development & Organizational Culture
- Digital Literacy Training & Technology Integration
- Public Speaking and Mentorship
Career Highlights:
- Acquire Centre Ltd (2019 – Present):
As Founder and Lead Consultant, Bofy oversees strategic direction, IT solutions consulting, and project management training. Highlights include:- Training and certifying over 300 students in IT and project management.
- Providing IT consultation to 20+ companies to enhance network security and risk management.
- Building industry partnerships with organizations such as CompTIA and British Council.
- Alvina School (2009 – 2019):
As Administrator & IT Director, Bofy led operations and IT infrastructure development for the school, achieving:- A 300% increase in student enrollment.
- Improved digital literacy among 150+ staff through targeted training.
- Implementation of robust IT policies and continuity plans.
- WESA Tours Ltd (2012 – Present):
Founded a travel company showcasing West, East, and Southern African destinations, blending his passion for travel and business. - Previous Roles in the UK:
Bofy worked with organizations like Barclays Capital, BBC, Channel 4, and Amazon UK in roles ranging from IT Support Engineer to Quality Control Officer.
Mentorship and Community Engagement:
- TIMFA-certified Master Mentor, guiding individuals in:
- Vision Statement Creation
- SMART goal setting
- Money and time management
- Self-esteem improvement and assertiveness
- Founder of “Love in Action” NGO, leading initiatives to provide resources to schools and orphanages in Delta State.
- Past chairman of the debate society for the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools in Delta State.
- Active mentor since 2007, impacting hundreds through church prison ministry and youth programs.
Notable Achievements:
- Digitized Alvina School’s processes, leading to a 95% final exam success rate.
- Reduced operational costs by 25% through technology integration.
- Developed strategic partnerships resulting in impactful collaborations.
Technical Skills and Tools:
- Software: Excel, MS Project, Power BI, ServiceNow, Jira
- Networking: Active Directory, Hyper-V, Windows Server
- Security: Wireshark, Nessus, Nmap
- Platforms: Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, TeamViewer
Personal Life:
Bofy is a devoted family man, happily married with three children. He enjoys traveling, public speaking, and constant personal development.
- ICT Certification and Training
- Project Management Training
- Personal Development
- IELTS Masterclass
- Family-life & Marriage
- School Administration & Leadership
- Travel and Relocation