Her Majesty (Dame Evangelist) Dr. Josephine Alfred Diete-Spiff, JP
QUEEN OF TWON BRASS KINGDOM SERIYAI 11 | TWON IBE OPUYINGIBO | LEADER | HUMANITARIAN
The Journey
Trained as a lawyer and seasoned across banking, management consulting, education, and financial empowerment, Dr. Diete-Spiff’s leadership is grounded in structure, discipline, and ethical clarity. She holds advanced academic qualifications, including a PhD from Ashland University, a DBA from Walden University (USA), and an MBA from the University of Liverpool. She is also an author, educator, and ordained evangelist whose work consistently integrates purpose with practice.
Driven by a lifelong commitment to service, she founded the Her Majesty Dr. Josephine Alfred Diete-Spiff Foundation, an initiative dedicated to empowering women and children through educational scholarships, food assistance, and financial support.
Internationally, she serves as Managing Partner of Miracle Leadership Development Services (USA), guiding families toward financial freedom.
Professional History
A legacy of leadership spanning across multiple sectors.
Managing Partner / Finance Pro
Miracle Leadership Dev. Services, USA
Leading finance-focused leadership and empowerment initiatives.
Managing Partner
Spiff Fitness & Health Inst., USA
Managed fitness and health institute operations.
Independent Director
University Press PLC
Serving on the board of one of Nigeria's leading publishing houses.
President
Royal Queens of Niger Delta
Leading the initiative to empower royal mothers and communities in the Niger Delta.
Proprietress / CEO
Titare Star Royal Academy
Founded and managing a leading educational institution (formerly Bereton College).
MD / CEO (Past)
Titare Micro Finance Bank
Led the microfinance bank to support small businesses and local entrepreneurs.
Non-Executive Director
BZB Group Nig. Ltd.
Strategic oversight and governance.
Academic Excellence
Doctor in Business Administration (DBA)
Walden University, USA
2013 - 2015
Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
University of Liverpool, UK
2009 - 2011
Barrister at Law (B.L.)
Nigerian Law School, Abuja
2006 - 2007
Bachelor of Laws, LLB. (Hons.)
Rivers State University
2002 - 2006
PhD (Hon. Causa)
Ashland University, Ohio, USA
2004 - 2004
Bachelor of Arts
University of Port Harcourt
1988 - 1992
Graduate Certificate
Walden University, USA
2019 - 2020
Licensed Management Consultant
Institute of Management Consultants
2017 - 2018
Certified Banker
Chartered Institute of Bankers
2014 - 2014
Awards & Recognitions
Her Majesty has received over one hundred national and international awards acknowledging her unparalleled contributions to humanity.
The Twon Ibe Opuyingibo 1, of Twon Brass Kingdom
Global Leadership Excellence Award
Woman of Gold Award for Excellence PSR
Humanitarian Service Recognition
African News Magazine Merit Award for Excellence
International Peace Ambassador
Educational Leadership Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Commissioned Evangelist of the Anglican Communion
Community Empowerment Honor
Advocate for Maternal and Child Health Award
Women of Distinction Award
Who is Who among Women in Nigeria Award
Advocate for Social Justice
Woman of Excellence in Nigeria, Award – Thisday Newspaper
Cultural Heritage Preservation Award
The Nigerian Golden Jubilee Award for Excellence in Education
Visionary Leadership Medal
Award of Honour to the growth of Entrepreneurship and HR Development
Distinguished Service Award (DISA) as an Icon of Transformation
Most Respected Women Professionals in Nigeria, Virtuous Amazon
Gold Award for Selfless Service to Humanity
Golden Jubilee Nigerian Women Award for Leadership – Radio Nigeria
The Amazon of the Niger Delta Award
Award of Honour as an Investor in Education
Golden Advocate Award for an immense contribution towards the progress of the Nigerian Child
Award of Honour for Hosting the First
Award of Honour as the most outstanding Queen/Female Humanitarian of 2018
Award as a Kingdom Builder
Lifetime Achievement Award for Humanitarian Services
Bayelsa Peace Queen of the Year 2019 Award
Paul Harris Fellow – Rotary Foundation of Rotary International, Rotary Club of Trans
Humanitarian Award for Selfless Service– Rotary Foundation International
Selfless Service Award 2012 by Gesi Publications, Bayelsa State.
Pillar of Education Award 2022 by Gesi Publications, Bayelsa State
Hero of Gender Advocacy Award by Standtall Africa Initiative (STAi)
Distinguished Alumni of University of Port Harcourt @50 Contributing to National Development
Award of Honour towards Youth Empowerment
Award of Honours By the National Female Students Association of Nigeria, Bayelsa State Chapter, 2026
Inspiring and Award
QUEEN AND MATRIARCH
In the Media
Leading with Heart and Vision: Queen Dr. Josephine Diete-Spiff’s Legacy of Empowerment
Leading with Heart and Vision: Queen Dr. Josephine Diete-Spiff’s Legacy of Empowerment
Scholarship: Royal Queen revives academic hope for Ogbia Girls
Royal Queen set to clean up oil spillage in Niger Delta
Majesty/Queen Josephine Diete-Spiff Awarded Patroness/Character
Legacies of Queen Josephine Diete -Spiff, as she steps down as Bayelsa Royal Queens Chairperson
Six Bayelsans under Diete-Spiff’s Scholarship emerge Best Graduating Students in 2022 WASCE
20 beneficiaries of Diete-Spiff Scholarship emerge best graduating students
Queen Diete-Spiff Female Soccer Championship kicks off in Bayelsa State
Foundation Donates Materials to Sustain Girl Child Education in Bayelsa
Dr Diete-Spiff Foundation Donates Textbooks to sustain Girl Child Education in Bayelsa
CONTRIBUTING TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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