SUNDAY ONAJOMO TOKA
Lagos
Summary
Results-driven professional in flood risk management and climate change adaptation. Collaborated with diverse agencies on hazard mapping and vulnerability assessments, delivering technical assistance in disaster risk financing. Authored scientific publications that advance knowledge in environmental management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Director (Head, Early Warning & Flood Risk Management)
Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA)
Lagos
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with UN Agency to implement Early Warning System for WMO in Lagos.
- Designed and simulated a model for an effective multi-hazard early warning system in Lagos State
- Conducted mapping of risk and vulnerability to relevant agencies and drive collaboration to develop and drive measures for DRR
- Increased community preparedness for hazardous climate-related events to 80%.
- Developed Disaster Management and preparedness plan for UNICEF in collaboration with UN Agency.
- Contributed to the Disaster Management Strategy for Lagos State.
- Providing Technical Assistance on Disaster Risk Financing – For Lagos Flood Transfer Scheme UNDP Project
- Conducted Hazard Mapping, Risk assessment and Resource Mapping on disaster was done successfully in the State
Chief Scientific Officer (Climate Change dept.)
Ministry of the Environment & Water Resources
Lagos
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Implemented adaptation methods resulting in 80% reduction in flood hazards at Eti-Osa, Lagos.
- Enforced vulnerability assessments and inspections in coastal areas, enhancing climate resilience.
- Led a team in a successful public awareness and sensitization on climate change in 20 Local Government Areas in Lagos State.
- Contributed as a team member to the submission of the Third National Communication Document to UNFCCC on climate change.
- Success in the State Think Tank team on Domestic Climate Policies.
- Achieved 70% implementation of State Climate Change Policy, advancing climate initiatives.
- Completed assigned tasks to support team objectives.
Project Assistant
GREEN IMPACT SUSTAINIBILITY, UK
Singleton, Swansea
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules for sustainability initiatives.
- Collaborated with team to track progress on workbook actions and support safety programs, contributing to sustainable environment and low emissions.
- Supported team efforts to achieve low carbon emission targets in Singleton, Swansea by collaborating on strategies.
- Assisted in research and data analysis for environmental impact assessments.
- Supported team meetings by preparing agendas and documenting minutes.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Environmental Management
Lead City University
Ibadan, Nigeria07-2026
Master - Disaster Risk Management
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria12-2025
MSc - Environmental Dynamics and Climate Change
Swansea University
Swansea, Wales, UK01-2015
MSc - Environmental Management
Bayero University, Kano
Kano, Nigeria01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Bayero University, Kano
Kano, Nigeria01-2006
Some College (No Degree) - Paris Agreement on Climate Change as a Development Agenda
UN System Staff College
BonnCertificate - Climate Smart Agriculture & Understanding the Weather
University of Reading, UK
UKSome College (No Degree) - Climate Change
Oxford School of Climate Change, UK
EnglandSkills
- Flood risk management
- Early warning systems
- Vulnerability assessment
- Mitigation strategies
- Climate change policies
- Environmental management
- Sustainable development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Resourcefulness
- Team collaboration
- Creative problem solving
- Communication skills
- Commercial awareness
- Innovative thinking
- Ethical standards
Certification
•UNFCCC Technical Expert Reviewer certifications
• ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
• NEBOSH (International General Certificate), UK
• OSHA 132 Safety and Health Professional, US
• CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health), UK
• Python (in progress)
.
• ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
• NEBOSH (International General Certificate), UK
• OSHA 132 Safety and Health Professional, US
• CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health), UK
• Python (in progress)
.
Conferences And Seminars Attended
- COP 30 Climate Change Conf. Belem, Brazil 2025
- COP 29 Climate Change Conf, Baku, Azerbaijan 2024
- COP 28 Climate Change Conf., Dubai, UAE, 12/01/23
- COP 27 Climate Change Conf., Sharma el Sheikh, Egypt, 11/01/22
- COP 26 Climate Change Conference, Glasgow, UK, 11/01/21
- COP 19 & 24 Climate Change Conference, Warsaw, Poland
- Review of the Draft TNC Document
- Flood and Coast Conference, UK
- Legal framework for Nigeria Climate Change Legislative Agenda and Roadmap to COP26 by ERC
- Sub-regional conf. on hazardous chemical & waste emergencies by Basel, Rotterdam & Stockholm Conventions. FAO & UNEP.
- KAS African Climate Perspectives on Migration in Rabat, Morocco by KONRAD.
Published Papers
- Technique of GIS for Assessment of Flood Hazards in Victoria Island and Lekki in Eti-Osa, Lagos State, Nigeria., 2017
- Geospatial assessment of land use/ cover, rainfall and flood incidence in Eti–Osa, Lagos State, Nigeria., 2022
- An Assessment of Flood Risk and Adaptation Measures in Isheri North, Lagos State., 2021
Timeline
Deputy Director (Head, Early Warning & Flood Risk Management)
Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA)
01.2022 - Current
Chief Scientific Officer (Climate Change dept.)
Ministry of the Environment & Water Resources
01.2016 - 12.2021
Project Assistant
GREEN IMPACT SUSTAINIBILITY, UK
11.2014 - 06.2015
Master of Philosophy - Environmental Management
Lead City University
Master - Disaster Risk Management
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
MSc - Environmental Dynamics and Climate Change
Swansea University
MSc - Environmental Management
Bayero University, Kano
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Bayero University, Kano
Some College (No Degree) - Paris Agreement on Climate Change as a Development Agenda
UN System Staff College
Certificate - Climate Smart Agriculture & Understanding the Weather
University of Reading, UK
Some College (No Degree) - Climate Change
Oxford School of Climate Change, UK