NSIA gets new leadership

Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, recently inaugurated the new board of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) at the Ministry of Finance Headquarters.

This newly appointed board comprises distinguished professionals from various sectors, carefully selected through deliberations and recommendations made by the Executive Nominations Committee.

The final approval was given by the President, following endorsement by the Vice President, who serves as the Chairman of the National Economic Council (NEC).

The new board members include Segun Ogunsanya (Chairperson); Aminu Umar-Sadiq (MD/CEO); Prof. Fabian Ajogwu; Abdullahi Mahmud Gaya; Ahmed Goniri; Ada Osakwe; Suleyman Ndanusa; Ijeoma Taylaur; and Kola Owodunni.

In his inaugural remarks, the newly appointed board chair, Ogunsanya, affirmed his commitment to fostering a prosperous future for the next generation.

“Our mandate is clear, we’re here to enhance the wealth of our nation and ensure future generations do not face poverty,” he said.

He also noted the board’s ambition to significantly grow the fund under its management.

Reflecting on the NSIA’s 11-year journey since its inception, the Minister praised the institution’s outstanding progress in achieving its mandate and described the NSIA as “an essential institution for our nation’s economic stability and growth.”