Dr. Chris Oyirinda Amadi; A Silent Achiever And Strategist Turns 42

PRIESTLEY NNA

Young, energetic, smart, innovative and highly cerebral, Dr. Chris Oyirinda Amadi, is a shinning symbol of excellence and dedication to duty with almost two decades of cognate experience in the Financial, Development and Administrative sectors.

Acting Executive Director Finance and Administration of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Amadi, holds a Doctorate degree in Trade and Development Finance of the Institute of International Trade and Development, University of Port Harcourt and an M.Sc and B.Sc in Finance and Banking, University of Port Harcourt. He is deep versed in finance development and administration and represents the best in  the finance sector.

An administrator per excellence, reformer and trailblazer, Amadi hails from the ancient kingdom of Isiokpo, in Ikwerre LGA of Rivers State. He captures interest in many ways and serves as a major source of inspiration to the younger generation. His life holds attention, mostly because it is close to the generality of human experiences that the ordinary man in the streets can readily relate to in different ways, being from a humble background.

His passion for Finance and Development spurred him to take up a study in related fields. By 1993 he bagged a B.Sc in Banking and Finance, thereafter he proceeded to consolidate and broaden his horizon by enrolling for a Masters program in the same field of study.

Perhaps, conscious of the rapid and dynamic nature of events within the financial circle, he enrolled and bagged a Doctorate degree in Trade and Development Finance of the Institute of International Trade and Development, University of Port Harcourt.

Dr. Amadi is a participant at the Harvard Business School “High Potentials Leadership Program and Wharton Business School “Implementing Effective Strategy” with Project Management at the University of Winconson, United States of America.

He is given to a life of excellence, service and dedication to duty. He is particularly known for leaving behind indelible marks of excellence, discipline and transparency in all his dealings. From his University days, to his days in the Banking sector, he strove to leave giant footprints for many to follow.

As a great strategist and go-getter, Dr. Amadi served as the Chief Operating Officer of Gulf Pole Concerns Limited, where he oversaw the general operations of the company, articulated viable strategies and ensured the overall growth of the company amongst other things. Between 2011 and 2013, he was the Special Assistant on Finance to the MD/CEO of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, where he handled major responsibilities including liaising with various bankers and stakeholders on behalf of the MD/CEO as well as proposing and articulating relevant financial policies necessary for the smooth running of the Commission and advise same to the MD/CEO.

An ethical, firm, candid and skilled communicator, his gradation on the ladder of public service, particularly in the financial and development sectors, is not unexpected given his passion and diligence towards service. Here is a man who exemplifies commitment to duty with mind-blowing simplicity and is readily accessible, attentive to all, kindhearted and easygoing.

He spent a total of 11 years in the Banking Sector. Within the period under review, he rose to the enviable position of Branch/Zonal Head of Access Bank Plc, Port Harcourt region. An office he occupied  from 2005 – 2011. As the Branch/Zonal head, he was saddled with budget preparation, credit analysis, implementation and monitoring, monthly MPR preparation and presentation as well as managing the entire marketing and operations of the bank.

Between 2003 and 2005, Dr. Amadi served as the Team Leader, Commercial Banking at Afribank Plc, Port Harcourt, where he grappled with schedules such as developing public sector business, planning and coordination of unit activities, relationship management and developing new businesses. He was also the Credit and Marketing Officer at Ecobank Plc, Port Harcourt/Aba between 2000 and 2003. His sterling performance and special knack for getting results have always placed him on the spotlight.

Dr. Amadi’s education and participation in several excellent executive training programs with notable institutions and organizations around the world has assisted him in developing his leadership skills and becoming an effective manager.

He is a member of some international and local professional bodies: Member, American Certified Fraud Examiners, USA., Institution of Strategic Management of Nigeria (ISM)., Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Economists of Nigeria, FCE.

Dr. Amadi is passionate and very committed to the progressive advancement of the society. He believes in the unrelenting spirit of the Niger Delta people and is contributing to the best of his abilities as the Acting Executive Director Finance and Administration of the NDDC in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to reposition the Niger Delta region for the good of all.