A lawyer and international development expert with a strong background in policy reform, human rights, and social inclusion. He has led key initiatives on countering trafficking in persons, gender equality, and child protection across Nigeria. As a former Social Protection and Inclusion Advisor under the USAID-SCALE Project, he played a pivotal role in advancing policy outcomes on women's empowerment, disability rights, and criminal justice reforms. With experience managing projects for UK-FCDO, World Bank, and the EU, he brings extensive expertise in stakeholder engagement and advocacy. Eric holds a Master's in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of Lagos and a Certificate in Public Policy Analysis from LSE. In 2020, he was recognized by the Lagos State Government for his contributions to combating trafficking and child exploitation.