BUSINESSAfrica has elected the Director-General/Chief Executive of Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde into its Executive Council.
The election took place during its General Assembly, held on June 10, 2025 at the United Nations office in Geneva, Switzerland.
BUSINESSAfrica serves as a platform for promoting private sector development and regional business integration, while also representing African business interests at regional and international forums, including the African Union and the International Labour Organisation (ILO).
The election underscores Oyerinde’s commitment to the advancement of Africa’s economic growth and regional integration across the continent. He joins a group of business leaders from across the continent that are providing strategic oversight to BUSINESSAfrica’s efforts in promoting sustainable enterprise development, decent work, job creation, competitive business landscape and economic integration and renaissance across Africa.
Speaking after the election, Oyerinde stated: “I am deeply honoured to be elected to the Executive Council of BUSINESSAfrica. This is a critical time for Africa’s economic trajectory, and I am eager to contribute to an organisation that is so dedicated to empowering our continent’s businesses and unlocking its immense potential. I look forward to collaborating with fellow Council members to advance policies that foster innovation, attract investment, and create widespread and inclusive prosperity.”
Mr. Oyerinde brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in private sector advocacy, business linkages, sustainable development, digital transformation, regional economic cooperation, investment/trade promotions and leading initiatives focused on empowering SMEs across the continent.
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