Management Team
Meet The Team
Mrs. Halima E. Oke
Director of Schools
Mrs. Halima Oke is the Founder and Director of Halifield Schools. She is a qualified and seasoned educationist, as well as a management expert. She has a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Ahmadu Bello University and the University of Lagos, respectively.
She worked for several years in the education sector, and also as a manager at the National Universities Commission (NUC). She resigned from the Commission and established Halifield Elementary School in 1996. She believes in laying a solid educational foundation, for young minds, for lifelong learning. Mrs. Oke has a strong taste for standard, quality, and uniqueness without compromise.
She worked for several years in the education sector, and also as a manager at the National Universities Commission (NUC). She resigned from the Commission and established Halifield Elementary School in 1996. She believes in laying a solid educational foundation, for young minds, for lifelong learning. Mrs. Oke has a strong taste for standard, quality, and uniqueness without compromise.
Mrs. Mariam Akinrinmade
School Administrator
Mrs Mariam Akinrinmade is a graduate of Environmental Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. She has had extensive work experience managing Engineering Projects in Maryland USA.
She has worked at Halified Schools for over 12 years and is the School Administrator responsible for the general running of the School.
She has worked at Halified Schools for over 12 years and is the School Administrator responsible for the general running of the School.
Ms. Patricia Okafor
Head, Health, Safety and Environment
Ms. Patricia Okafor is a seasoned teacher and administrator. Patricia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Olabisi Onabanjo University (formally Ogun State University) Ago Iwoye in Ogun State Nigeria. Her teaching experience spans 15 Years. Her passion for mentoring young minds is to be reckoned with. This passion has translated into inspiring great confidence in her students which has helped them in their various endeavors.
She is a disciplined planner and executor of school processes and ensures all non-academic sections are run with military precision. She has attended various educational development workshops and conferences in the United States, South Africa and Nigeria.
She is a disciplined planner and executor of school processes and ensures all non-academic sections are run with military precision. She has attended various educational development workshops and conferences in the United States, South Africa and Nigeria.
Mr. Adebanjo Adegbohun
Head Teacher
Mr. Adebanjo Paul Adegbohun is an accomplished educator with over 20 years of teaching experience. He is versatile and multi-talented with a penchant for technology, creative writing, music, and sports. He exudes a passion for teaching and personal development.
Banjo is an alumnus of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria, and the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay, USA.
He is the Head Teacher at Halifield Schools where he engages with students and teachers on daily basis to improve the quality of teaching and learning.
He is the Head Teacher at Halifield Schools where he engages with students and teachers on daily basis to improve the quality of teaching and learning.
Mrs. Maureen Ken-Nwankwo
Deputy Head Teacher
Mrs. Maureen Ken-Nwankwo is an administrator and a certified passionate educator with over two
decades of teaching experience. She specialises in Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Education
with a blend of British Nigerian curriculum. She oversees the Lekki school.
She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), University of Lagos, Government and Administration (B.Sc.), Abia State University. She is trained in Jolly Phonics and Montessori early childhood practice, in addition to various professional and leadership training and certifications.
She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), University of Lagos, Government and Administration (B.Sc.), Abia State University. She is trained in Jolly Phonics and Montessori early childhood practice, in addition to various professional and leadership training and certifications.
Mrs. Osibodu Zainab
Head of Admissions and Marketing
Mrs. Zainab Osibodu is a graduate of Communications and Telecommunications Management from Towson University, Maryland, and Morgan State University USA.
She has over 14 years of experience in Communications, Sales, Content Marketing, Brand Management, and Research in companies such as PFC Energy, NBC, Carefirst Bluecross Blueshield in Washington Dc, Airtel Nigeria, Nestle Nigeria, Mnet Africa, MainOne Cable.
She currently heads the Admissions and Marketing department at Halifield Schools and is passionate about driving enrollment in the school.
She has over 14 years of experience in Communications, Sales, Content Marketing, Brand Management, and Research in companies such as PFC Energy, NBC, Carefirst Bluecross Blueshield in Washington Dc, Airtel Nigeria, Nestle Nigeria, Mnet Africa, MainOne Cable.
She currently heads the Admissions and Marketing department at Halifield Schools and is passionate about driving enrollment in the school.
Mr. Matthew Rotifa
Head of Audit
Mr. Matthew Rotifa has over 20 years experience in the financial and educational sectors, working in different capacities in a bid to blend his two passions.
He has a B.Sc. in Accounting and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education as well as several professional affiliations related to the financial and educational world. He is also a WAEC and NECO examiner and has vast knowledge of IGCSE and A/L examinations.
He has a B.Sc. in Accounting and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education as well as several professional affiliations related to the financial and educational world. He is also a WAEC and NECO examiner and has vast knowledge of IGCSE and A/L examinations.
Mrs. Cornelia Ohiro
Head of Co-curricular Activities, Junior College
Mrs Cornelia Ohiro possesses excellent communication skill and the ability to innovate using technology to creatively bring to light the best in students. An excellent team player and forward looking to always achieve outstanding results for students and self.
QUALIFICATIONS:
B.A Linguistics (University of Benin), PGDE (University of Lagos), Certificate in Leadership (University of South Africa)
QUALIFICATIONS:
B.A Linguistics (University of Benin), PGDE (University of Lagos), Certificate in Leadership (University of South Africa)
Mr. Abass J. Morayo
Deputy Head Teacher, Academics/ Upper Elementary Coordinator
Mr Morayo Abass is a seasoned Educationist with many years experience. He has an N.C.E., Diploma in Desktop publishing, B. ED, M. ED (In view).
He is very resourceful and creative and has a profound sense of dedication. He is the Upper Elementary Coordinator.
He is very resourceful and creative and has a profound sense of dedication. He is the Upper Elementary Coordinator.
Mrs. Frances Osuchukwu
School Principal
Mrs. Frances Osuchukwu is a seasoned educationist and administrator with over 30 years of teaching experience. She holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degrees in Education from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and University of Lagos respectively.
She is very enthusiastic about her work and is adept at helping others grow in their job.
Mrs. Osuchukwu is the Quality Assurance Administrator and Principal at Halifield Schools whose goal is to ensure the improvement of the quality of education and services provided for every child and parent in the school.
She attended various leadership trainings, workshops and conferences in Nigeria, South Africa and United States of America.
Mrs. Osuchukwu is the Quality Assurance Administrator and Principal at Halifield Schools whose goal is to ensure the improvement of the quality of education and services provided for every child and parent in the school.
She attended various leadership trainings, workshops and conferences in Nigeria, South Africa and United States of America.
Mr. Joseph Aihonwalan
V.P. Academics/ Senior School Coordinator (College)
Mr. Joseph Aihonwalan is an educationist and a GIS analyst, who has been in the line of education for the past 12years. He is highly tech-savvy, innovative, disciplined, courageous, determined and meticulous.
He is a graduate of Ambrose Alli University, Edo state, where he obtained his first degree in the department of Geography and Regional Planning and also, a graduate of the University of Lagos, where he obtained his masters' degree in Geographic Information Systems. He has other educational and professional qualifications in addition.
He is currently the Head of Pastoral, Senior School, in Halifield Schools.
His quote is "Don't be distracted by criticism. Remember, the only taste of success some people get is to take a bite out of you."
He is a graduate of Ambrose Alli University, Edo state, where he obtained his first degree in the department of Geography and Regional Planning and also, a graduate of the University of Lagos, where he obtained his masters' degree in Geographic Information Systems. He has other educational and professional qualifications in addition.
He is currently the Head of Pastoral, Senior School, in Halifield Schools.
His quote is "Don't be distracted by criticism. Remember, the only taste of success some people get is to take a bite out of you."
Mrs. Olapeju Koya
V.P. Student Affair/ Junior School Coordinator (College)
Olapeju Koya holds a first degree in English Language & Literature from Olabisi Onabanjo University and a Postgraduate degree in Education from University of Lagos. She is also an Associate member of the Nigerian Institute of Management.
She has over twenty years experience as a seasoned teacher and manager and is the Head of Pastoral, Junior School.
She has over twenty years experience as a seasoned teacher and manager and is the Head of Pastoral, Junior School.
Mrs. Busola Olaogun
Deputy Head Teacher, Student Affairs/ Head, Programs & Events
Mrs. Busola Olaogun is a seasoned and certified. Early Childhood Educator.
She is a Creative and Experienced teacher who is passionate about helping pupils reach their full potential and creating a strong foundation for them to build upon for a successful educational future.
Fosters strong relationships with pupils and parents through communication, flexibility, patience and creativity.
She is currently the Head, Programs and Events in Halifield Schools.
Qualifications:
NCE - Federal College of Education, Abeokuta.
B. ED - University of Lagos.
Fosters strong relationships with pupils and parents through communication, flexibility, patience and creativity.
She is currently the Head, Programs and Events in Halifield Schools.
Qualifications:
NCE - Federal College of Education, Abeokuta.
B. ED - University of Lagos.
Mrs. Chinyelu Akpaka
Head, Early Years
For more than a decade, Chinyelu Akpaka has been an enthusiastic teacher specializing in early childhood development and elementary education. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Lagos State University, a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from the University of Lagos, and a Child Psychology certification. She is dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging atmosphere for young students. She presently leads Halifield Schools' Early Years department.
Chinyelu thinks that every child is different and learns at their own pace and that the best way to provide them with a strong educational foundation is to catch them early. She promotes creativity, inquiry, and curiosity in the classroom through play-based learning, which is the core of her teaching philosophy. She tries to establish a nurturing environment.
She works to establish a warm and welcoming environment where pupils can express themselves and grow to love learning.
Outside of school, Chinyelu enjoys reading and composing poetry. She values family time. She enjoys dancing, cooking, and cleaning. She is always thrilled to support and mentor her pupils.
Chinyelu thinks that every child is different and learns at their own pace and that the best way to provide them with a strong educational foundation is to catch them early. She promotes creativity, inquiry, and curiosity in the classroom through play-based learning, which is the core of her teaching philosophy. She tries to establish a nurturing environment.
She works to establish a warm and welcoming environment where pupils can express themselves and grow to love learning.
Outside of school, Chinyelu enjoys reading and composing poetry. She values family time. She enjoys dancing, cooking, and cleaning. She is always thrilled to support and mentor her pupils.