Leslie is a Communications and Social and Behavior Change Specialist with a proven track record in shaping policies, influencing behaviors, and delivering sustainable health outcomes across diverse communities and stakeholder groups. Through strategic communication and education, he drives behavior change and improves health outcomes, leveraging his expertise to design impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences.
As an experienced trainer and facilitator, Leslie has delivered capacity-building sessions on Risk Communication and Social and Behavior Change (SBC), empowering media professionals, community volunteers, and health practitioners with the skills to communicate health risks effectively. His leadership extends to initiatives like the One Health Risk Communication and Community Engagement Training for Media and Public Health Practitioners and the innovative Media Epidemiology, Infodemic Management, and Social and Behavior Change (Media-EIS) Fellowship, which equipped participants to analyze, verify, and amplify health information in the digital age.
Leslie has co-facilitated major USAID radio and TV campaigns on public health priorities such as COVID-19, immunization, and zoonotic diseases including yellow fever, Mpox, Lassa fever, and rabies—crafting messages that stick and inspire action. His creative journey also includes impactful work with Audacious Entertainment Ventures, where he recorded, voiced, and produced compelling radio jingles while enhancing brand visibility through expert graphic design. Additionally, he contributed as a news editor, scriptwriter, and reporter for Moneyline with Nancy on AIT, shaping business and economic news that informed national conversations.
Currently, Leslie serves as the Marketing and Communications Specialist for Women in Global Health Nigeria, leading the creation of high-impact content and campaigns that amplify women’s voices and drive gender equity in the global health space. Through strategic storytelling and digital engagement, he ensures the organization’s message resonates far and wide.
Leslie’s genius lies in his ability to document knowledge for impactful project execution—ensuring every piece of content he creates communicates key health messages and program outcomes with clarity and flair. He’s not just a storyteller; he’s a media advocate shaping the future of health communication.