The Franco-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FNCCI) is pleased to announce the election of its new Board members following its 38th Annual General Meeting and the inauguration of its new President. The event, held on May 16, 2024, marked a significant milestone in the Chamber’s history, bringing together members and stakeholders to celebrate the appointment of distinguished leaders committed to fostering Franco-Nigerian business relations.
Ajibola Akindele MFR, Country President for West Africa at Schneider Electric, served as the Returning Officer for the election. The newly elected Board members are poised to drive the Chamber’s mission of enhancing trade and investment between France and Nigeria.
The FNCCI is pleased to announce its new leadership team:
- President: Guillaume Niarfeix, Managing Director at SPIE Global Services Energy
- Vice President: Kunle Ahmed, CEO at AXA Mansard Insurance Plc
- Treasurer: Mounir Fawzy, CFO at Schneider Electric
- Secretary General: Oritsematosan Edodo-Emore of Edodo Thorpes & Associates
The newly formed Board of Directors comprises prominent figures from both French and Nigerian businesses, including:
- Yann Gilbert, Country Chair at Amadeus
- Ize Matebese, Ize Ukpoma Matebese & Co.
- Fatai Bola Azeez, Bolamark Engineering Limited
- Christine Quantin, Country Chair at Air France KLM
- Frederic Lieutaud, CEO at Swiss Pharma Nigeria Limited
- Gaëtan Debouchy, CEO at Advans Nigeria
- Victoria Adefala, Principal Partner at Whitgift Law
- Laurent Couderc, CEO at West Atlantic Shipyard
- Philippe Daniel, Executive Director at TotalEnergies
- Anthony Olukoju, COO at Deloitte
- Cyril Darneix, Economic Office – French Embassy in Lagos
- Etienne Rocher, Country MD at Africa Global Logistics
- Patrice Porte, Country Chair at CFAO Motors
The FNCCI remains dedicated to promoting sustainable economic growth, fostering bilateral trade, and strengthening business ties between France and Nigeria. The new Board, comprised of industry leaders with vast experience and expertise, is expected to bring innovative strategies and dynamic leadership to the Chamber.
The FNCCI extends its heartfelt gratitude to all outgoing Board members for their invaluable contributions and welcomes the new Board with great anticipation for a prosperous future.
