Etymology
Eko is a word that transcends several languages, religions and traditions. The single word evokes positive meanings across all of them.
In Yoruba, Eko (Ẹkọ́) is the traditional name of Lagos, the largest city in Nigeria, and the place where the company’s founder lived when he established the organisation. It also means farmstead, a direct reference to nature, and an alignment to our sustainable practices.
In Japanese, Eko (エコ) is commonly used as an abbreviation for “Ecology” (エコロジー, Ekoroji), further speaking to our prioritisation and implementation of eco-friendly concepts.
Many other eurasian languages also adopt the abbreviation to denote environmentally friendly practices, for example, “ekologiczny” in Polish, “ekologinen” in Finnish and “ekologisk” in Swedish.
In Greek, Eko (ἥκω) means “I have come” or “I am present”, just as we are here to drive change.
In Indonesian, Eko is a common name given to the first child. We intend to be the first in many areas of innovation.
In Buddhism, Eko (回向) refers to the practice of dedicating merits or blessings to others. It means to transfer the positive karma, virtues, or merits gained from good deeds, prayers, or spiritual practices to benefit others. We remain committed to being a positive force on the world.
In Filipino, Eko is derived from “Echo”, referring to sound repetition. It is a testament to the fact that the impact of our works will be heard and felt across all corners of the world.
The ‘cet’ acronym embodies our core expertise across three vital sectors: Construction, Energy, and Technology.
This ubiquitous name highlights our vision to drive unified sustainable development across the world.
CEO’s Statement
At Ekocet, we are committed to building a future where innovation, sustainability, and excellence define every project we undertake. Our work is driven by a vision to create resilient communities, power industries sustainably, and advance technological solutions that shape tomorrow.
As we grow, our focus remains on delivering world-class projects that integrate cutting-edge solutions, smart technologies, and accessible financing. We believe in strong partnerships, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence to redefine industry standards.
Together, we are building a smarter, greener, and more connected world.
Ekocet consists of a team of seasoned experts with several years of experience across engineering, technology and finance. They bring knowledge from global organisations and industry leaders to provide best-in-class services.
Executive
Ukela Michael
Chief Executive Officer
Ukela is an engineer and business leader focused on using innovative technology to drive efficiency, access and growth. He has extensive experience in project management, strategy, operations, and data analytics, having worked for two of the Big 4 consultancies and some of the most reputable multinational companies. His industry competence spans Real Estate, Construction, Energy, Commerce, Financial Services, and Technology.
Management
Faisal Shittu
Mechanical and Plumbing
Faisal is a well established engineer. He specialises in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance sustainability in building services, with ongoing doctoral research covering corrosion and bacterial growth prediction in closed-loop polymeric HVAC systems. With expertise in machine learning, data analysis, and environmental science, he works across disciplines to develop innovative solutions that promote a more sustainable future.
Khalid Shittu
Electrical and Renewable Energy
Khalid is an expert in the building services and energy industries. He is immersed in engineering design, specialising on BIM (Building Information Modelling) using AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) collaboration tools for information exchange and model coordination. His aptitude extends to MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing), energy network modelling and diagnostics, power grid design and network simulation.
Kazeem Musa
Project Management
Kazeem is a skilled energy economist and certified project management professional with a strong background in solar energy solutions, energy regulation, and public sector project management. With a track record of delivering impactful off-grid solar projects across Nigeria, Kazeem has led the design and implementation of hundreds of solar installations for residential, commercial, agricultural, and government facilities.
Advisory Board
Akinade Aderele
Construction Technology
Akinade is an expert in construction management and technology. His experience spans leading international construction companies, like Gilbane, and premier management consultancies, such as Mckinsey & Company. He has led the delivery of multimillion-dollar projects and pioneered innovations that have transformed project management and cost efficiency in the industry.
Dolapo Omidire
African Real Estate
Dolapo is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Estate Intel, the principal source for real estate and construction data across African cities. In his role at Estate Intel, Dolapo has been instrumental in analysing, forecasting and spotlighting significant events impacting the real estate sector. His expertise is frequently sought after for insights on the dynamics of the African real estate market.
Toluwanimi Adeyefa
Infrastructure Finance
Tolu is a seasoned investment and finance professional with several years of professional experience. He has supported many critical economic initiatives, such as the development of alternative finance solutions, evident in raising over $100 million for infrastructure projects across Africa. He is exceptionally skilled at transaction origination, project structuring, and deal advisory, execution and monitoring.
Golden C. Okafor
Business Development
Golden is a prominent businesswoman known for her expertise in strategic marketing and workforce development. As co-founder of Ojimah, a hospitality and travel tech company, and Global Vizion Consortium, a conglomerate with a mining subsidiary, she brings strong business acumen. A champion for women in leadership, she actively supports economic and political empowerment, working towards a more equitable society.
