Kunle Karim
General Manager, Engineering & Projects
Kunle is a highly experienced engineering and project management professional with over 30 years in the oil and gas industry, specializing in project delivery and engineering competence development. His distinguished career at Shell Nigeria (SPDC), where he retired as the Manager for Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), saw him excel in various technical and leadership roles, including Terminal/Offshore Engineer, Senior Oil and Gas Design Engineer, and Project Manager. Throughout his time at Shell, Kunle was instrumental in the successful execution of complex engineering projects, ensuring high standards of safety, operational efficiency, and innovation. After joining FIRST E&P in 2015 as a Project Manager, Kunle continued to demonstrate his expertise in leading large-scale projects before transitioning to his current role as a Senior Consultant at AVODAN Project and Engineering Services Limited in 2022. With a strong focus on engineering excellence, he is recognized for his ability to drive project success while mentoring and developing the next generation of engineering talent.