About Us
Cowry-Matrix
is a multi-disciplinary firm with first-in-class products and competences. Founded on the solid principles of International best practice and sustainability governance
Our Partners
Our Mission
CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY AND MSSION STATEMENT
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
- International Best Practices as watchword
- Universal Value Delivery
Innovation and adaptability
Excellence in service
Integrity and transparency
Sustainable technology
Our Team
The minds behind Cowry-Matrix
Sam Taylor-Ayuk, MNIM, FIDR
Chief Executive Officer
Alexander Oluwasegun Babs – Jonah, B.Sc, M.Sc, MRes (Lean Six Sigma)
Executive Director
Alexander Oluwasegun Babs – Jonah, B.Sc, M.Sc, MRes (Lean Six Sigma)
Executive Director
He holds a Bachelor of Laws Degree from the University of Calabar and an Alumnus of The Nigerian Law School Lagos; specializing in Mercantile Law and Management; with a diploma in Data Processing. A member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) (NIM); and Fellow of the Institute of Risk Management and Debt Recovery Practitioners of Nigeria (FIDR)
He is also a Management Excellence Awardee of the Nigerian Institute of Management; and the Linkedln World Business Platform’s Recognition for one of most-viewed profiles.
Member, Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) (Diamond Category)
BRIEF WORK EXPERIENCE
Company Secretary and Project Advisor, World Trade Centre, Abuja
Director of Administration, Corporate Governance and Compliance – Foxfire Computer Services Limited (A subsidiary of Foxfire UK limited)
Chief Operating Officer – ISCS Group of Companies
General Manager – Bristish-American Tobacco Factory, Ibadan
General Manager – Key Housing and Industrial Construction (Turkey) Limited.
In – House Consultant – First Atlantic Securities Limited (Discount House)
In – House Consultant – Alliance Trusts Limited (Mortgage Bankers)
General Manager (Nigeria/Namibia) – William Cooper International Limited (A subsidiary of William Cooper Uk Limited)
Executive Director (Finance and Admin) – Star Engineering Construction Company Limited
NYSC Corp Liaison Officer (CLO) – Akwanga, Old Plateau State
An Alumnus of the University of Lagos; London South Bank University; and Villanova University, Pennsylvania
He is a business and Technology Tranformation Expert Certified in Change Management, Program and Project Management across public, not-for-Profit and private sector organizations ranging from telecommunications, finance, healthcare and energy-oriented organizations; also certified in quality management with a Lean Six Sigma Belt Certification
BRIEF WORK EXPERIENCE
Program Manager – Dell Technologies (Converged Infrastructure)
MTN IT PMO – Principal Programme Consultant
PMO Lead – Afrissas (LASWA – AFD)
In – House Consultant – CWG – Nova Bank
Change Management Consultant – Dell – NNPC Enterprise Content Management “ECM” Programme
PMO Lead – Accenture
Head Program Management Office – Zain Nigeria Limited (Now Airtel)
Technical Sales Specialist – Orange Uk
AWARDS
MTN CIO Award for Best Project (2023)
VP-Corporate Relations; Project Management Institute, Nigeria Chapter (2020 – 2021)
VP-Communications; Project Management Institute, Nigeria Chapter (2019)
MTN CEO Y’ello Manager Award for Leadership (April 2013)
Celtel | Airtel CEO Citation for Timely Project delivery (June 2008)
Yink Babarinsa
Executive Director,Cybersecurity, Pen-testing
Engr. Tunde Okunade, MNSE
Director, Engineering and Special Projects
Engr. Tunde Okunade, MNSE
Director, Engineering and Special Projects
Yink Babarinsa, An alumnus of Liverpool John Moores University.
A self-motivated and versatile Platform Network Solution’s Professional with a wide range of experience within IT/networking for the last 35 year. Proven leadership skills, including motivating others to achieve organisational IT goals. Thrives on accelerating professional development and embraces challenges which enhance my skills set and develops others, as well as my employers.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Vodafone Uk – Network Architect
(Design Network for Vodafone’s clients Producing HLD and LLD across multiple network manufacture)
Sopra Steria Uk- Senior Network Engineer (working with multiple clients)
IBM Uk – Network Architect
University of Cumbria – Infrastructure Specialist
BT Global Services Uk- Lead Network Engineer
BT Liverpool Direct Limited UK – Network Technical Specialist
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
- Cisco SDWAN
- Cisco ISE
- Cisco ACI
- Cisco Catalyst Center
- Juniper
- Cisco ASA Firewall
- Cisco FMC and FTD
- Cisco Meraki
- Cisco Nexus
- Solarwinds Monitorings
- Palo Alto
- Checkpoint Firewall
- F5
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
Cisco Certified Network Professional Data Center
Engr. Okunade Adeyemi Tunde is a highly experienced Civil Engineer and Real Estate Developer with over three decades of proven expertise in construction, infrastructure development, and property development across Nigeria.
A graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, where he earned a B.Sc (Hons) in Civil Engineering, Engr. Tunde has built a solid reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions, managing complex projects, and driving real estate development initiatives to successful completion.
Professional Background
With a career spanning over 30 years, Engr. Tunde has worked with leading construction firms and real estate companies, contributing to landmark projects including:
- Road and bridge construction across multiple states
- Large-scale housing estate developments
- Federal highway rehabilitation projects
- Industrial and commercial construction projects
- High-value real estate developments in Abuja and Lagos
His experience cuts across both public infrastructure and private sector real estate, making him a versatile and results-driven professional.
Career Highlights
Engr. Tunde has held several key roles throughout his career, including:
- Engineer/Developer – Real estate developments in Asokoro and Apo, Abuja
- Project Manager – Managed construction of roads, bridges, estates, and commercial facilities
- Site Engineer & Site Agent – Supervised major infrastructure and construction projects nationwide
- Sub-Contractor – Delivered key segments of large-scale highway projects
He has worked with reputable organizations such as:
- Rockman Engineering & Properties Ltd
- Fedanith Real Estate Limited
- Emraj Global Services Ltd
- Blue Hills Realtors Ltd
- Elephant Group of Companies
- Headman Construction Ltd
- Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd
- SCC Construction Ltd
- Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited
Key Projects
Some notable projects handled by Engr. Tunde include:
- Real estate developments in Asokoro and Apo, Abuja
- Construction of Elephant Park & Warehouse, Lagos
- Development of housing estates along Lagos-Ibadan corridor
- Construction and rehabilitation of federal roads and highways
- Participation in the construction of Owena Dam, Ondo State
- Construction of British-American Tobacco Factory, Ibadan
Uma Ogbugo, ACA, MBA
Executive Director, Finance, Admin., Data Audits
Ogbugo Uma Kalu is a seasoned Chartered Accountant and financial professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in auditing, accounting, taxation, internal control, and financial management. As the Principal Partner of Cowrt Matrix Limited (formerly Uma Ogbugo & Co.), he provides high-quality audit, assurance, tax compliance, and business advisory services to corporate clients across Nigeria.
He combines strong technical expertise with practical industry experience gained from both the banking sector and leading chartered accounting firms. His career is marked by a commitment to accuracy, regulatory compliance, risk management, and delivering value-driven financial solutions.
Education & Professional Qualifications
- MBA – Banking & Finance University of Nigeria, Nsukka
- ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria
- BSc – Accounting Abia State University, Uturu
Professional Experience
Principal Partner Uma Ogbugo & Co. / Cowry Matrix Limited, Abuja
Corporate Audit (Internal Control) Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Island, Lagos
Audit Officer Onyemelukwe, Maduemem & Co. (Chartered Accountants), Enugu
Accounts Officer Drew Epie-Sona & Co. (Chartered Accountants), Enugu
NYSC – Accounts and Audit Officer Uba, Ntiajuka & Co. (Chartered Accountants), Lagos
Testimonials
Hear from our satisfied clients
Real stories from Organizations like yours that have transformed their IT operations with Cowry-Matrix Limited expert solutions.
Lorraine Brian
“Cowry-Matrix IT solutions have been a game-changer for our retail operations. Their cloud services have streamlined our inventory management and sales processes.”
Sarah L.
In the healthcare industry, data security is paramount. Cowry-Matrix Limited cybersecurity measures have fortified our patient data systems, ensuring compliance and peace of mind.
Alex Johnson
Managing IT for an educational institution is challenging, but Cowry-Matrix Limited managed IT services have simplified our technology needs remarkably.