KBYC Youth Ambassadors
Rev. John Joseph Hayab
Reverend John Joseph Hayab is the Senior Pastor of Amazing Grace Baptist Church Ungwan Zawu, Gonin Gora, Kaduna Baptist Conference.
Rev. John Hayab is currently Country Director for the Global Peace Foundation Nigeria. An alumnus of the Baptist Theological Seminary in Kaduna, he has served as the Resident Pastor for several Baptist Churches in Northern Nigeria. He was the special Adviser on Christian and pilgrimage matters to two former Governors of Kaduna state in Northwest Nigeria for Five years and has actively participated in various interfaith committees for over twenty years.
In addition, Hayab is the chairman of the Board of Governors Baptist Theological Seminary Kaduna and also the Board of Trustees Chairman for multiple NGOs and institutions. Hayab recently completed his term as chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) for the Kaduna state chapter. He has received numerous peace awards and is an alumnus of the international visitor leadership program (IVLP), where he focused on interfaith Leadership and Human Rights.
Rev. John Hayab is currently Country Director for the Global Peace Foundation Nigeria. An alumnus of the Baptist Theological Seminary in Kaduna, he has served as the Resident Pastor for several Baptist Churches in Northern Nigeria. He was the special Adviser on Christian and pilgrimage matters to two former Governors of Kaduna state in Northwest Nigeria for Five years and has actively participated in various interfaith committees for over twenty years.
In addition, Hayab is the chairman of the Board of Governors Baptist Theological Seminary Kaduna and also the Board of Trustees Chairman for multiple NGOs and institutions. Hayab recently completed his term as chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) for the Kaduna state chapter. He has received numerous peace awards and is an alumnus of the international visitor leadership program (IVLP), where he focused on interfaith Leadership and Human Rights.
Rev. Dr. Ibrahim Wushishi Yusuf
Rev. Dr. Ibrahim Wushishi Yusuf is an ordained pastor in the Nigerian Baptist Convention. He received his pastoral training at the Baptist Theological Seminary, Kaduna, and Faith Christian Theological Seminary, Lagos. Additionally, he studied Peace and Security at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna; Mass Communication at the University of Jos; and Development Studies at the Development Studies Centre, Kimmage Manor, Republic of Ireland.
He has served in pastoral ministry since 1990 and has been actively involved in peace and interfaith work in Nigeria for many years. He has held various leadership positions within and beyond the Baptist denomination, including serving as General Secretary of the Christian Council of Nigeria, Co-Secretary of the International Centre for Interfaith Peace and Harmony (Nigeria), a member of the Nigeria Interreligious Council, and Recording Secretary of the Northeast Baptist Conference.
He is currently the Programme Executive for Peacebuilding in the African Region of the World Council of Churches and Coordinator of the WCC Africa Regional Office in Abuja, Nigeria.
Rev. Wushishi is happily married to Rev. Mrs. Mary Talatu Wushishi, who, by the grace of God, serves as the Executive Director of the Women's Missionary Union of the Kaduna Baptist Conference. Their marriage is blessed with five children and two grandchildren, to the glory of God.
He is currently the Programme Executive for Peacebuilding in the African Region of the World Council of Churches and Coordinator of the WCC Africa Regional Office in Abuja, Nigeria.
Rev. Wushishi is happily married to Rev. Mrs. Mary Talatu Wushishi, who, by the grace of God, serves as the Executive Director of the Women's Missionary Union of the Kaduna Baptist Conference. Their marriage is blessed with five children and two grandchildren, to the glory of God.
Rev. Bunmi Oluwaamisegunfunmi Ayodele
Rev Bunmi was born to the family of Pa Emmanuel Ajayi Ayodele and Mama Julianah Omobamigbe Ayodele on the 12th of August, 1976 in Oodo Compound, Ejiu-Aiyegunle, Ekiti Kwara, Kwara State, Nigeria.
ACADEMIC GROWTH
Rev Bunmi finished his Primary and Secondary Education in 1988.
He further his education to complete both National Diploma and Higher National Diploma in Estate Management from Osun State College of Technology in 2000 and 2006 respectfully.
Rev Bunmi further obtained Postgraduate Diploma and Master degree in Estate Management in 2012 from the Federal University of Technology Akure.
He also obtained his Master of Divinity in Theology in the year 2018 from the Nigerian Baptist Convention Theological Seminary, Ogbomoso. He is currently studying his PhD in Leadership and Administration at Lead City University, Ibadan.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
He has worked with
- Bank of Industry Limited in 2004 to 2007.
- Nigerian Baptist Convention from 2009 till date, where he served in the following capacity:
- Administrator in the office of the Vice President (Admin and Human Resources) from 2009 to 2013 and in Medical and Health Services Department in 2014 to 2017
- Ministerial Officer with the Youth and Student Ministries Department since 2018 till September 2024
- Assistant Pastor, Zion Baptist Church, London, United Kingdom
Rev Bunmi is gracefully married to Pastor Mrs Oluwabunmi Elizabeth Ayodele and the marriage is blessed with many Children.
Rev Bunmi added few awards, training and seminars which grace him with privilege wisdom, knowledge and understanding in his discharge of his duties.
Rev. Ijasini Jamare Jantiku
Rev. Ijasini Jamare Jantiku hails from Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State. He is an ordained minister with the Nigerian Baptist Convention and attends Shiloh Baptist Church Mahuta of Kaduna Baptist Conference. He holds a Master of Theology Degree in New Testament Studies and is a Doctoral student with the Nigerian Baptist Convention Ogbomosho. He is a Lecturer at Baptist Theological Seminary, Kaduna, where he teaches Biblical courses. He is actively engaged in ecumenical activities both locally and internationally. He is the immediate past Act Alliance global Youth Community of Practice Co-chair representing the Africa region where he served from 2019 - 2021. He is also the youth Representative in the West Africa regional steering committee of Act Alliance and a member of the national forum of Act Alliance. He specializes in Biblical Exegesis, and his area of interest is identifying and responding to misleading theologies in the contemporary church. He is the Editor in Chief of the Pastor's Fellowship of the Nigerian Baptist Convention. He is happily married to Mary Jantiku.
Deacon Ayuba Natsa
Deacon Ayuba Natsa is a distinguished Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects and a seasoned chartered architect with extensive experience in professional practice. He is an active member of The Baptist Chapel, Barnawa, Kaduna, where he serves as the Chairman of the Narayi Baptist Association Deacons Fellowship.
Renowned for his dedication to service, Deacon Natsa has made significant contributions to the Kaduna Baptist Conference, including serving as a member of the Property Committee and as a building development consultant. He has also served on the Convention Investment Committee and currently chairs the New Site (Permanent) Development Committee for the Baptist Theological Seminary, Kamazou, Kaduna.
In addition to his professional and leadership roles, Deacon Natsa is actively involved in several committees at the national, conference, association, and local church levels. A certified evangelist trained under New Life for All, he is also a Patron of the Royal Ambassadors of Nigeria. Deacon Natsa is a devoted family man, married, blessed with four children, and is a proud grandfather. He exemplifies a life of commitment to both faith and professional excellence.
Renowned for his dedication to service, Deacon Natsa has made significant contributions to the Kaduna Baptist Conference, including serving as a member of the Property Committee and as a building development consultant. He has also served on the Convention Investment Committee and currently chairs the New Site (Permanent) Development Committee for the Baptist Theological Seminary, Kamazou, Kaduna.
In addition to his professional and leadership roles, Deacon Natsa is actively involved in several committees at the national, conference, association, and local church levels. A certified evangelist trained under New Life for All, he is also a Patron of the Royal Ambassadors of Nigeria. Deacon Natsa is a devoted family man, married, blessed with four children, and is a proud grandfather. He exemplifies a life of commitment to both faith and professional excellence.
Dn. Adeyemi Oyewo
Dn. Adeyemi Oyewo was born in the ancient city of Kano in the year 1982 to the family of Chief Sen. Micheal Adebisi and Rev. Mrs. Beatrice Bola Oyewo.
He attended his Nursery, Primary and Secondary School in Kano, and then proceeded to Kwara State where he bagged a Bachelor Degree in Arts from the University of Ilorin. He furthered his studies by attaining a post graduate diploma in business management and a Masters in Business Administration in Bayero University Kano respectively.
Dn. Adeyemi Oyewo was born into a Baptist denomination family, to which he proudly remains till this day. He was ordained a deacon in Resurrection Power Baptist Church Kano in the year 2017 and currently serves as the adviser to the North-West Baptist Youth Conference and the Treasurer of North-West Baptist Conference
Over the years he has served in many positions in the youth ministry, Youth President Resurrection Power Baptist Church Kano, Youth President of Philadelphia II Baptist Association, Youth President North-West Baptist Conference. In 2022 he was a recipient of the Youth Ambassadorship of the Nigerian Baptist Convention Youth Conference.
Dn. Adeyemi Oyewo seats on the board of several companies, like Hosquips Nigeria Limited, Initor Corporate Services and Healthcare Equipment and Allied Products Association of Nigeria (HEPAN). He is a seasoned business man with over 25years of experience in business transactions within and outside the shores of Nigeria.
He is married to one wife, Barrister Mrs. Lydia Oluwakemi Oyewo, and their union is blessed with 4 young and handsome boys.
Mrs. Esther Jibji
Mrs. Esther Jibji is a seasoned professional in the field of education, currently serving with the Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). Her extensive experience includes traveling across Nigeria and beyond, offering innovative solutions to educational challenges. She has actively contributed to addressing key issues such as:
- Collaborating with development partners to reintegrate out-of-school children into the education system.
- Tackling gender inequality, which has hindered young girls from accessing education.
- Mobilizing community members to support the delivery of quality education.
Programs Involved In
Mrs. Jibji has played significant roles in several impactful programs, including:
- Education Sector Support Programme in Nigeria (ESSPIN)
- Global Partnership for Education (GPE) - School Feeding Programs
- Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA)
- School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) initiatives
Collaborations with Professional Bodies
She has partnered with esteemed organizations to enhance educational outcomes, such as:
- UNICEF
- World Bank
- Save the Children
- UNESCO
Services
Mrs. Jibji's dedicated service extends to various capacities within the church and community, including:
- Social Mobilization Officer
- Sunday School Teacher
- WMU Leader
- Discipleship Teacher
- Discipleship Lifestyle Director
- Financial Secretary and Treasurer
- Patron of various church organizations
Recognition and Leadership
Mrs. Esther Jibji has received numerous recognitions and commendations for her exemplary leadership in church programs, the education sector, and her unwavering commitment to humanitarian services.
Mentorship and Discipleship
A mentor and a dedicated discipler, Mrs. Jibji continues to inspire and guide others in their personal and professional journeys.
- Collaborating with development partners to reintegrate out-of-school children into the education system.
- Tackling gender inequality, which has hindered young girls from accessing education.
- Mobilizing community members to support the delivery of quality education.
Programs Involved In
Mrs. Jibji has played significant roles in several impactful programs, including:
- Education Sector Support Programme in Nigeria (ESSPIN)
- Global Partnership for Education (GPE) - School Feeding Programs
- Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA)
- School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) initiatives
Collaborations with Professional Bodies
She has partnered with esteemed organizations to enhance educational outcomes, such as:
- UNICEF
- World Bank
- Save the Children
- UNESCO
Services
Mrs. Jibji's dedicated service extends to various capacities within the church and community, including:
- Social Mobilization Officer
- Sunday School Teacher
- WMU Leader
- Discipleship Teacher
- Discipleship Lifestyle Director
- Financial Secretary and Treasurer
- Patron of various church organizations
Recognition and Leadership
Mrs. Esther Jibji has received numerous recognitions and commendations for her exemplary leadership in church programs, the education sector, and her unwavering commitment to humanitarian services.
Mentorship and Discipleship
A mentor and a dedicated discipler, Mrs. Jibji continues to inspire and guide others in their personal and professional journeys.
Dn. Dr. Bayas E. Bagudu, JP
- Church: Hosanna Baptist Church, S/Gari Association, Zaria.
- State of Origin: Adamawa State.
Professional Experience:
Dr. Bagudu has a wealth of experience in management roles across prominent organizations, including:
- Vegfru Ltd.
- Sunseed Nigeria Ltd.
- Springfield Ltd.
- Wacot Nigeria Ltd.
- Served as the Managing Director at Purital Global Ventures Ltd.
- Currently the Executive Director of Supply Chain Management & Community Engagement at StarAgri West Africa.
Service:
- National Patron, Royal Ambassadors, Nigerian Baptist Convention.
- MMM Ambassador, Nigerian Baptist Convention.
Dr. Bagudu is a highly accomplished professional, celebrated for his leadership and dedication to community engagement and capacity building.
Mr. Benjamin Halleluyah
Mr. Benjamin Halleluyah Markus, a native of Kujama, Kaduna State, was born on June 24, 1993. He is an alumnus of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, Zaria, Kaduna, and holds a Master’s degree in Transport and Logistics Management from Esep Le Berge University, Benin Republic.
Mr. Markus serves as the Flight Operations Supervisor at Jet Support Services Ltd, Nigeria, bringing expertise and dedication to the aviation industry. He is the founder of the Halleluyah Empowerment Foundation, a platform dedicated to community development, and the visionary behind the OneSpirit Conference, an esteemed annual gathering held in Kujama, Kaduna.
He is married to Mrs. Stella Markus, and their marriage is blessed with a son, Jamal.
Mr. Markus serves as the Flight Operations Supervisor at Jet Support Services Ltd, Nigeria, bringing expertise and dedication to the aviation industry. He is the founder of the Halleluyah Empowerment Foundation, a platform dedicated to community development, and the visionary behind the OneSpirit Conference, an esteemed annual gathering held in Kujama, Kaduna.
He is married to Mrs. Stella Markus, and their marriage is blessed with a son, Jamal.
Hon. Jesse David Tanko
Hon. Jesse David Tanko was born on July 28 in Kaduna State, Nigeria. He is a native of the Gbagyi ethnic group from Gadani Village, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State.
He obtained his First School Leaving Certificate from Christ Apostolic Church Nursery & Primary School, Kakuri, Kaduna. He proceeded to Imperial School Kudenda, Kaduna State, where he earned his Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE). He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Political Science from Kaduna State University and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna State.
A proud Baptist, Hon. Jesse David Tanko worships at Calvary Baptist Chapel, Kakuri, Kaduna. He has been an active member of the church, participating in organizations such as the Royal Ambassadors, Baptist Students Fellowship (BSF), Youth Fellowship, and the Men Missionary Union (MMU). He has also served as Church Secretary and Church Treasurer in his local assembly.
In his capacity as a member of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Hon. Jesse David Tanko chairs the House Committee on Nutrition and Food Security and serves as a member of several other committees.
He is married to Mrs. Yemi Dorathy Jesse, and their union is blessed with two children. His hobbies include reading, researching, and writing.
Capt. Enoch Bamaiyi Yakubu
Captain Enoch Bamaiyi Yakubu, a dedicated officer in the Nigerian Army, was born in the mid-1980s into the royal family of His Royal Highness, Late Chief Yakubu Anagani Maisango, and Mrs. Maisango from Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
He began his education at LGEA Primary School, earning his First School Leaving Certificate in 1999, and later obtained his Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) at St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School, Kawo, Kaduna, in 2010. Capt. Yakubu pursued higher education at the Nigerian University of Accounting, Kwall, Plateau State, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy in 2012 and a Postgraduate Degree in the same field in 2016. He is an Associate Member of the Association of National Accountancy of Nigeria (ANAN) and the Chartered Institute of Portfolio Management of Nigeria (CIPMN).
On November 25, 2016, Capt. Yakubu joined the prestigious Nigerian Defence Academy as a member of the Short Service Combatant Course 44 (SSC 44). He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant into the Nigerian Army on September 16, 2017, and assigned to the Nigerian Army Corps of Artillery (NACA). In 2019, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Capt. Yakubu has served in various operational and command roles, including Troop Commander and Officer in Charge (OC), under operations such as Lafiya Dole and Crocodile Smile 1. In 2020, he transitioned to the Nigerian Army Finance Corps (NAFC) to utilize his expertise as a qualified accountant.
Capt. Yakubu has completed numerous professional military courses and training programs, including:
- Leadership and Regimentation Course, Nguru (2018)
- Young Officers Course Artillery, NASA Kaduna (2018)
- Advanced Tactics and Medic Course, United Kingdom (2019)
- Young Officers Course Finance, Apapa, Lagos (2020)
- Computer Appreciation Course Finance, Lagos (2020)
- Young Officers Course Infantry, Jaji, Kaduna (2021)
- Mechanical and Transport Officers Course (MTO), Benin (2023)
Over the course of his military career, Capt. Yakubu has held several significant command and staff appointments, including:
- Troop Commander, 342 Artillery Regiment, Owerri (2018)
- Officer in Charge (OC), Delta Company, 342 Artillery Regiment (2018)
- Platoon Commander, 127 Battalion, Baga, Maiduguri (2019)
- Staff Officer and Acting MTO, NASFA, Apapa, Lagos (2020)
- Staff Officer Data, 82 Division Finance, Enugu (2021)
- Acting Finance Officer, TBI, Buratai (2021)
- Acting Finance Officer, NASST, Benin (2021–2023)
- Staff Officer, HQ TRADOC, Minna (2023–2024)
- Acting Finance Officer, 403 Amphibious Brigade, Baga, Maiduguri (2024)
Capt. Yakubu is single and enjoys listening to gospel music, playing football, and meeting people. His career exemplifies his unwavering commitment to excellence, leadership, and service to Nigeria.
Engr. Markus Saleh
Engineer. Markus Saleh, born on October 14, 1972, in ABUTH Kaduna, hails from Mangu, Plateau State. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and has certifications in project management. With expertise in infrastructure, highway, and geo informatic engineering, he has contributed to major road and dam projects across Nigeria. A devoted Christian, he accepted Christ in 1986, has served in choir, youth, and drama ministries, and is a patron of the Royal Ambassadors. He chairs the Kaduna Baptist Conference Property Committee and actively supports church development. His passions include missions and humanitarian service.