FG Inaugurates New Board of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority
The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has formally inaugurated the new Board of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) at the Ministry of Finance Headquarters. The newly appointed Board comprises distinguished professionals from various sectors, selected through a rigorous process involving the Executive Nominations Committee and approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following endorsement by Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima, Chairman of the National Economic Council (NEC).
In his inaugural address, Mr. Segun Ogunsanya, the newly appointed Chairman of the Board, reaffirmed his commitment to creating a prosperous future for generations to come. “Our mandate is clear – to enhance our nation’s wealth and ensure that future generations are not burdened by poverty,” he emphasized. Mr. Ogunsanya also expressed the Board’s ambition to significantly grow the fund under its management.
The Honourable Minister praised the NSIA’s outstanding progress over its 11-year journey, describing it as “a vital institution for our nation’s economic stability and growth.” The new Board members include:
– Mr. Segun Ogunsanya – Chairman
– Mr. Aminu Umar-Sadiq – MD/CEO
– Prof. Fabian Ajogwu
– Hon. Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya
– Mr. Ahmed Goniri
– Ms. Ada Osakwe
– Dr. Suleyman Ndanusa
– Ms. Ijeoma Taylaur
– Mr. Kola Owodunni
The inauguration marks a new chapter for the NSIA, with a renewed focus on driving economic growth and prosperity for Nigeria.”
