Aro Leonard (He / Him)

Aro Leonard, Development Communications, Broadcast, Media & Environment Expert, with an extensive media goodwill, is the to-go person for media development and communications in Nigeria. Currently consults for major International Development, Government & Corporate Organisations, helping with strategic communications on key thematic areas like Governance, Health, Environment, & Resilience. Member, External Advisory Board, PACTS project of LSTM UK, and spearheading strategic media trainings on Tropical Diseases across Africa. Set up the first Healthy Lifestyle Radio/TV station in Nigeria, and helps build capacity for development focused, and revenue yielding content for media organisations. As Head of Media Development at BBC Media Action, was responsible for securing the organisation’s status as “media development partner of choice” for major International Donors Agencies. Effectively managed partnerships worth over £35 million annually and played key roles in all project design & implementation. Led key media strategies, collaborating with stakeholders towards peaceful elections and accountability. Produced the award-winning youth reproductive health magazine show “Flava” & one of the largest HIV Spots campaigns in the world. Founded Kleverest Scenta in 1999 - Nigeria’s foremost media volunteer scheme where young broadcast and communications enthusiasts are trained. Previously worked Internews Network, Aso Radio & the Federal Environment Protection Agency. A Music Composer & Live Sound Instructor.