About Us

Bankole Olumide is a Nigeria-based business and technology writer at Bayelsa Watch, recognized for his deep understanding of corporate development, emerging technologies, and regional economic transformation. With over two decades of professional experience, he has built a strong reputation as a Companies Consultant, AI and Machine Learning expert, and technology analyst focused on delivering practical insights for businesses and readers across Nigeria and Africa. Born and raised in Nigeria, Bankole currently resides in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, along Trans-Amadi Road, one of the country’s important industrial and commercial regions. His professional journey has been shaped by a strong academic foundation from the University of Lagos, widely recognized as one of Nigeria’s leading institutions located in the nation’s economic hub. His educational background, combined with years of consulting and analytical work, has enabled him to understand both global business strategies and the realities of local African markets. At Bayelsa Watch, Bankole specializes in reporting and analysis related to companies, artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital transformation, startups, corporate investments, and technology-driven economic growth. His writing focuses on comparing global technological advancements with local Nigerian business development, helping readers understand how international trends influence industries within Nigeria and other African economies. His analytical approach combines market intelligence, corporate insights, and technology forecasting to present complex subjects in a simple and accessible manner. Through his articles, Bankole highlights how AI, automation, and digital innovation are reshaping businesses worldwide while also examining the opportunities and challenges faced by local Nigerian enterprises adapting to these changes. As a passionate observer of economic and technological progress, Bankole continues to contribute valuable perspectives on how Nigerian businesses can compete in an increasingly global and AI-driven economy. His work is widely appreciated for bridging the gap between global innovation trends and local business realities, making advanced technology discussions relevant for everyday readers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals alike.

Esse David is a seasoned Nigerian financial journalist, fintech expert, and financial analyst based in Calabar, Cross River State. With more than two decades of professional experience, he has built a strong reputation for delivering insightful coverage on financial technology, banking innovation, digital payments, investment trends, and economic developments shaping both Nigeria and the global market. A graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Esse combines academic knowledge with practical industry expertise to produce clear, data-driven, and informative news content for readers across Africa. His writing focuses on explaining complex financial and fintech topics in simple English, making them accessible to business leaders, investors, startups, and everyday readers. At Bayelsa Watch, Esse David is recognized for his balanced analysis of global financial trends and their impact on local Nigerian markets. His work frequently explores the comparison between international fintech growth and the evolving Nigerian digital economy, highlighting opportunities, challenges, regulatory developments, mobile banking expansion, and financial inclusion across the country. As a passionate local writer, Esse strongly believes that Nigeria’s fintech ecosystem has the potential to compete on a global level when supported by innovation, infrastructure, and digital education. His reports and analysis help readers understand how worldwide technological advancements are influencing local businesses, startups, and consumers within Nigeria’s rapidly growing financial sector. Outside journalism and financial analysis, Esse remains actively engaged in researching emerging technologies, economic transformation strategies, and the future of digital finance in Africa.

Pramod Pawar is the Founder of Bayelsa Watch and a digital entrepreneur behind multiple technology focused ventures. With 10+ years of experience in SEO and content strategy, he is known for converting complex research into clear statistics and practical insights. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology from Shivaji University, and his work is centered on AI, machine learning, big data analytics, and other emerging technologies. Coverage is frequently focused on fast moving areas such as AR, VR, robotics, cybersecurity, and next generation digital platforms, where trends are best understood through data. A strong focus is placed on accuracy, source checking, and simple explanations that support both general readers and business decision makers. Outside of work, cricket and reading across multiple genres are enjoyed, which helps new ideas and continuous learning remain part of his writing process.

Barry Elad is a Senior Content Writer and Editor with a focus on finance, banking, AI in fintech, and crypto markets. His work is centered on collecting and validating statistics, then translating them into clear insights that help readers understand how financial technology is changing. A strong emphasis is placed on practical software use cases, with coverage focused on how digital tools improve efficiency, security, and everyday user experiences. Outside of work, he spends time exploring healthy recipes, practicing yoga, and maintaining a regular meditation routine. Nature walks with his child are also enjoyed, which supports balance and steady creativity. His writing approach is built on simplifying complex finance and technology topics into easy explanations supported by real data.

Joseph D’Souza is the Co-founder of Bayelsawatch.com, which began as a personal project to share practical insights on tech gadgets and consumer devices. Over time, the platform has grown into a trusted source for technology trends, smartphone reviews, and app related statistics presented in a clear and data focused format. His work is shaped by a strong interest in how digital products are used, measured, and improved through real world performance indicators. A core area of expertise is fintech, with regular coverage of AI use cases across payments, fraud detection, lending, and customer service automation. Joseph also tracks developments in blockchain, cryptocurrency infrastructure, and digital asset security, focusing on what is changing and why it matters. His writing is designed to help readers understand emerging technology through verified facts, practical comparisons, and measurable outcomes.

Tajammul Pangarkar is the co founder of a PR firm and the Chief Technology Officer at WR Firm, with 10+ years of experience in digital marketing and technology led research. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Shivaji University and is known for building data driven content that converts complex topics into clear, usable statistics. His core strength lies in data collection, validation, and analysis across fast changing technology areas. His work focuses on AI, Mobile Apps, FinTech and other emerging technologies where adoption trends and performance benchmarks matter. Coverage is typically centered on practical metrics such as usage growth, market signals, product capability shifts, and user behavior patterns. Tajammul’s insights are regularly shared through industry focused magazines and professional forums, supporting decision makers with research grounded writing. Outside of work, table tennis is enjoyed as a reset activity, while the same discipline and focus remain consistent in both sport and analytical work.

Musa Yaqub is a passionate Nigerian writer and technology enthusiast from Port Harcourt. At the age of 30, Musa has developed strong expertise in covering technology trends, digital innovation, and the growing impact of global advancements on local Nigerian industries. He completed his education at Lagos State University, where his interest in media, technology, and research-based writing was further strengthened. At Bayelsa Watch, Musa focuses on simplifying complex technology topics and presenting them in clear and practical language for everyday readers. His work highlights the comparison between global technological growth and local Nigerian development, helping readers understand how international innovations influence businesses, education, startups, and digital transformation across Nigeria. Musa is particularly interested in analyzing emerging technologies, internet trends, artificial intelligence, mobile innovation, and the rapid expansion of Nigeria’s digital economy. Through his writing, he aims to bridge the gap between global technology movements and local community awareness, ensuring readers receive informative, accurate, and easy-to-understand insights.

Zainab Rasheedah Bamisebi is a dedicated Nigerian journalist and local African news writer based in Gombe. With a strong passion for community-focused journalism, she specializes in covering local African developments, Nigerian current affairs, regional economic progress, and social transformation stories that directly impact everyday citizens across the country. A graduate of University of Lagos, one of Nigeria’s leading academic institutions, Zainab has built her writing career around delivering factual, easy-to-understand, and impactful news coverage. The University of Lagos has remained one of Nigeria’s most recognized research and educational institutions since its establishment in 1962, contributing significantly to national development and higher education growth. At the age of 45, Zainab brings years of experience and deep local understanding to her journalism. Her work at BayelsaWatch focuses on bridging the gap between global narratives and local Nigerian realities. She is particularly interested in analyzing how global economic, technological, and political trends influence local communities, businesses, education systems, and youth development across Nigeria and Africa. Her reporting often highlights the comparison between global growth patterns and local Nigerian progress, showing how international developments can create opportunities and challenges for emerging African economies. Through her balanced and research-driven writing style, she aims to give greater visibility to local Nigerian voices while also connecting regional stories to broader global conversations. Zainab remains passionate about promoting credible journalism, community awareness, and African-centered storytelling that reflects the real experiences, achievements, and aspirations of people across Nigeria and the African continent.

Maitrayee Dey is an Electrical Engineering graduate with a strong foundation in technical research and analysis. After gaining experience in multiple technical roles, her career focus shifted toward technology writing, with specialization in Artificial Intelligence and data driven insights. Work as an Academic Research Analyst and Freelance Writer has supported deep coverage of education and healthcare topics in Australia, with a consistent emphasis on accuracy and clarity. At Bayelsa Watch, Maitrayee produces well structured FinTech and AI statistics that make complex concepts easier to understand for a wide audience. Her writing is built around verified facts, clear explanations, and practical relevance for readers. Beyond her professional work, she continues creative pursuits such as painting and also manages a cooking YouTube channel, reflecting a balanced approach that blends analytical thinking with creativity.