Driving Partnerships, Progress, and Purpose
With diverse expertise spanning diplomacy, business, innovation, and development, we work collaboratively to advance inclusive growth and sustainable impact across continents.
James Mercy Obatunmibi
Clergy | Mediator | Consultant | Humanitarian Leader
James Mercy Obatunmibi is a seasoned humanitarian and faith-based leader with over 25 years of experience in Christian missions, NGO development, civil chaplaincy, and conflict resolution. As President of the World Humanitarian Organization for Peace and Equity (WHOPE), he leads strategic initiatives that advance global peace, equity, and professional standards in humanitarian work.
Leadership & Service Highlights:
- President, WHOPE (2018–Present)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (Supernumerary)
- Vice President (Africa), I CAN Community Development Foundation
- Superintendent General, Regnum Chaplain Ministry
- Rector, Regnum International School of Chaplaincy
- Lagos State Coordinator, Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development
- Peace Ambassador, International Human Rights Peace Commission
Professional Experience:
- 25+ years in Christian mission fields
- 15+ years in NGO volunteerism
- 12+ years in education
- 10+ years in civil chaplaincy
- 6+ years in law enforcement (non-police agencies)
- Consultant to religious and secular organizations on NGO strategy, security, and mediation
Education & Specialized Training:
- D. in Religious Counseling – Kingdom Life University
- Master’s in Christian Education – Ominis University
- A. in Theology – World Bible Institute
- Police Training & Refresher Courses – Police College Ikeja
- Executive Detective Tradecraft – Elizade University
- Humanitarianism, Mediation, Teaching & Music Education Certifications
Chaplain James brings a unique blend of spiritual leadership, humanitarian expertise, and strategic consulting to every initiative, fostering peace, development, and transformation across communities.
