Michael Okpotu Onoja

Hello, my name is

I am an IT Expert

I am a seasoned IT professional and software engineer with over 10 years of experience in digital innovation, system architecture, and product development. I am the founder of Kwick App platform and also the Co-founder and Lead Developer of Ayema Networks Ltd, Founder of a homegrown social media and e-commerce platform endorsed by NITDA and other national institutions. My research and technical interests span AI adoption in Africa, e-commerce ecosystems, digital transformation in underserved communities, and trust engineering in public platforms. I have authored and co-authored peer-reviewed papers, including work on SEO-driven marketplace strategies, big data in healthcare, and scalable cloud infrastructure.

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10 + Years of Experience
330 Completed Projects

Web Developer

What I Do

my Services

Website Design and Development

Custom Website Solutions

Custom Website Solutions Tailor-made websites designed to meet your specific needs.

E-commerce Integration Complete e-commerce setup and integration for online selling.

Responsive Design Websites optimized for all devices, from desktops to smartphones.

Maintenance and Updates Regular updates to keep your website secure and up-to-date.

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SEO Services

Optimize Your Online Presence

Keyword Research Identify the best keywords to drive organic traffic.

On-Page and Off-Page SEO Optimize your website’s content and structure for better rankings.

Content Optimization Enhance your content to make it more SEO-friendly.

Performance Reports Monthly reports on your website’s SEO performance.

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Content and Social Media

Engage and Inform Your Audience

Strategy Development Create a comprehensive content and social media strategy for your brand.

Content Creation Design engaging content and schedule posts for optimal reach.

Community Management Manage your social media communities to build brand loyalty.

Blog Posts and Copywriting Write high-quality blog posts and compelling website copy.

Social Media Ads Run targeted ad campaigns to increase reach and drive conversions.

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Graphic Design and Video Editing

Visual Storytelling and Captivating Visuals

Social Media Graphics Design eye-catching graphics for your social media channels.

Infographics Create informative and appealing infographics for your audience.

Promotional Materials Design flyers, brochures, and promotional materials.

Brand Identity Develop a cohesive brand identity that reflects your business.

Promotional Videos Create professional videos to showcase your products or services.

Social Media Videos Edit videos for social media platforms to increase engagement.

Tutorials Produce instructional videos to help your audience.

Video Ads Create compelling video ads to drive traffic and conversions.

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Software Engineering and DevOps

Develop and Deploy Efficiently

Custom Software Development Create custom software solutions tailored to your business needs.

DevOps Services Implement DevOps practices for streamlined development and deployment.

CI/CD Pipelines Set up continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines.

Cloud Solutions Deploy and manage applications in the cloud for scalability and efficiency.

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Data Analytics

Data-Driven Decision Making

Data Collection Gather and analyze data to understand your audience.

Performance Tracking Monitor your website’s performance and key metrics.

Google Analytics Setup and manage Google Analytics for success tracking.

Actionable Insights Provide recommendations based on data analysis.

Tableau and Power BI Utilize Tableau and Power BI for advanced data visualization.

SQL Expertise Analyze and manage data using SQL for better business insights.

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Services

Professional Skills

my Talent

Programming Language

Proficient in Java, C, Python, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, and CSS.

85%

Data Analytics

Expertise in data analysis and visualization using Tableau and Power BI.

75%

Content & Social Media

Develop and manage engaging content and social media strategies.

90%

Web Application

Skilled in developing and managing web applications.

70%

Graphic & Video Editing

Create compelling visual content and videos for various platforms.

90%

DevOps & Cloud

Expert in AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform, and Ansible for efficient cloud management.

80%

Skills

Portfolio

my Cases

All Website Development UI UX Design Social Media SEO and Analytics Mobile App Development Branding

Development, SEO and Analytics, Website Development

Introvert Hub – Social Platform for Quiet Thinkers

Introvert Hub is a social platform created by Michael Okpotu Onoja for introverts and IT professionals to connect in a calm, focused environment. Built with Django and Bootstrap, it features user profiles, posts, comments, and a follow system.

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Development, Mobile App

AgriLoan – Agricultural Loan Monitoring System

AgriLoan is an agricultural loan monitoring system built by Michael Okpotu Onoja for Nigeria’s Anchor Borrowers’ Programme. Recognized by Heritage Bank for enabling 90% loan recovery through real-time farm tracking and intelligent sales linkage.

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Development, UI UX Design

Firstway Bookshop

I had the opportunity to collaborate with Firstway Bookshop, established in 2003 and one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous bookshops

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Development, UI UX Design

AYEMA Networks Ltd

I had the opportunity to collaborate with Ayema.ng, a vibrant and rapidly growing online community platform, to develop a custom website tailored to their unique needs.

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Development, Mobile App

Ayema Mobile App

I had the privilege of designing and developing the Ayema mobile app, a key component in expanding Ayema.ng's digital footprint.

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Portfolio

Resume

my Story

Education

National Open University Nigeria

MASTERS(M.S.C)

in Information Communication Technology

University of Jos, Plateau State

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Computer Science

Curtin University, Australia

Diploma Digital Branding

Digital Branding and Engagement

Experience

Yusmoj Solutions Llc

Data Analyst

2024 - Present

Led data projects boosting growth, enhanced app engagement, and created Tableau dashboards. Developed merchandising strategies, increasing grocery sales by 25%.

ALX AFRICA|KENYA

Junior Software Engineer Intern

2022 – 2023

Software Engineering Intern at ALX Africa, skilled in low-level (Linux, Bash, C) and high-level programming (Python, JavaScript), web development, database management, and networking basics.

Access Bank PLC

Team Lead System Analyst

2019 - 2022

Supervised and mentored 7 IT support team members serving 350 internal customers across 7 states, ensuring timely and standard service delivery. Led initiatives improving system efficiency by 20%, reducing downtime by 15%, and achieving a 90% customer satisfaction rating. Handled IT solutions, incident management, and cost-saving LAN repairs, saving the bank over NGN 8 million.

Diamond Bank PLC

System Analyst

2018 - 2019

As a System Analyst, I implemented system upgrades that improved efficiency. Led legacy system migrations, reducing downtime by 25%. Developed a data management strategy, increasing accuracy by 30%. Proactive maintenance reduced support tickets by 20% and enhanced user satisfaction.

Nisa Premier Hospital

Social Media Manager/Full Stack Developer

2014 - 2018

Maintained 99.9% server uptime for Linux-based servers, ensuring uninterrupted hospital operations. Designed a hospital mobile app, saving NGN 12 million. Built responsive websites with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. Optimized images and caching for faster loading times. Managed social media, enhancing online presence.

Senior Software Engineer & DevOps Specialist

Designed and deployed WebMedic, digitizing 50K+ patient records across seven hospitals (Zenith Kidney Centre, Procare, Rayfield, etc.). ▪ Reduced patient waiting times by 30%, improved billing accuracy, and automated insurance claims. ▪ Promoted in 2024 with a salary of ₦3.1M monthly in recognition of leadership and technical impact

2021–Present (Hybrid)

Founder KwickApp (Rayjoh Global Resources)

Developed a no-code app builder enabling NGOs and entrepreneurs to launch apps quickly and affordably. ▪ Supported multiple small businesses, including a client who achieved 1,000+ global app downloads on the Google Play Store

2023 – Present

Co-Founder / Lead Developer Ayema Networks

▪ Co-founded a home-grown social-commerce and digital inclusion platform serving 101,000+ users, 500+ registered vendors/SMEs, and hosting 2M+ user interactions with over 1000 downloads and 4.8★ rating on Google Play Store. ▪ Trademarked by the Federal Ministry of Trade and Investment. ▪ Secured ₦15M in funding and NITDA certification, with endorsements from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nisa Medical Group, and the National Productivity Centre. ▪ Bridged the digital divide for 25,000+ students by deploying Starlink-powered Wi-Fi to underserved university campuses and hospitals, directly supporting educational and healthcare access. ▪ Featured on BATV and Radio stations for national impact.

2021 – Present

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications

• Oracle SQL Certified Associate
• Oracle Database 11g Certified Expert
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
• Microsoft Azure Administrator
• Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
• Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies
• Microsoft Azure foundations certifications

• Oracle Cloud infrastructural
• Oracle Cloud infrastructure foundations
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• DAT 201: Querying Data with transacting – SQL
• DAT205X: Introduction to Data Analysis using excel
• DAT206X: Analyzing and visualizing data with Excel
• IBM: Enterprise Design Thinking - Co-creator
• IBM: Enterprise Design Thinking – Practitioner

RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS

DevOps and Sustainable Software Engineering – IJTMH, 2024 (Best Paper Award).
Explores practical frameworks for balancing speed, reliability, and environmental
responsibility in DevOps.
Adaptive Threat Attribution in Cross-Platform Environments – WJARR, 2025.
Proposes a new framework for identifying cyber-threat actors across hybrid systems.
AI-Driven Agriculture Marketplaces – IJAIE, 2023
Examines how AI can optimize logistics and farm-to-market transactions in the UK.
Scaling African E-Commerce: A Dual-Platform Strategy – AJORMS, 2024.
Case study on leveraging local platforms for rapid growth in African digital commerce.
Cross-Border Data Privacy & AI Governance – Well Testing Journal, 2025
Compares UK and US AI regulation frameworks and proposes best-practice compliance
models.
Cost of AI -The Massive Compute Resource Demands and Their Financial & Environmental
Impact.Academia, 2024. Explores the financial and environmental costs associated with Ai.

MENTORSHIP & VOLUNTEERING

Volunteer

Volunteer ICT Mentor, Bilmor Technical & Vocational Centre—teaches digital literacy to students with special needs.
Senior Mentor, nHub Nigeria Tech Accelerator ) — guided startups achieving ₦72M+ in funding and 85% follow-on investment rate.
UN Online Volunteer — supported NGO digital transformation (and other NGO includes: Caprecon International, HAFAI, IYP, Ismor Magoro Foundation).
Volunteer Frontend Lead and DevOps contributor for Bridge AI, an AI-driven education-to employment platform improving workforce readiness through intelligent mentorship

systems.

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