Nigeria–Britain Association unveils new executives

The Nigeria–Britain Association has elected a new leadership team to steer the organisation’s affairs for the 2026/2027 tenure.

The group, in a statement on Tuesday, reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom through strategic engagement, cultural exchange, and professional collaboration.

The new executives emerged at the association’s 57th Annual General Meeting held in Lagos, where members gathered to review the organisation’s activities over the past financial year, assess its achievements, and chart a course for future growth.

At the meeting, members elected Ademola Sanya as president of the association. He was supported by Dr Bisi Bright, who was elected vice president, and Gafar Odubote, who emerged as honorary secretary.

Also elected into the executive committee were Funmilola Orokale as honorary treasurer and Adeleke Nadi as assistant honorary secretary.

In addition to the executive officers, 13 members were elected into the governing council to support the implementation of the association’s strategic objectives and programmes.

The AGM brought together professionals, business leaders, diplomats, and other stakeholders from diverse sectors, reflecting the association’s broad membership base and its role as a platform for fostering closer ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

Members used the occasion to review the association’s activities during the outgoing administration and assess progress made in advancing its mission of promoting mutual understanding and cooperation between both countries.

The meeting also served as an opportunity to reaffirm the organisation’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria-UK relations through dialogue, networking opportunities, and partnerships across business, culture, education, and professional sectors.

Speaking after his election, Sanya expressed appreciation to the immediate past president, Sola Oyetayo, for his leadership and contributions to the growth of the association.

He commended Oyetayo’s efforts in strengthening the association’s institutional framework and providing strategic direction that helped consolidate its relevance as a bridge between stakeholders in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

Members congratulated the newly elected executives and expressed confidence in their ability to provide effective leadership and build on the achievements of previous administrations.

The new leadership is expected to focus on deepening engagement with stakeholders, expanding membership participation, and enhancing the value proposition of the association to its members.

The association’s role has become increasingly important as Nigeria and the United Kingdom continue to pursue stronger economic, trade, and cultural relations amid growing opportunities for collaboration in investment, education, technology, and professional services.

Founded to promote friendship and cooperation between both nations, the Nigeria–Britain Association has over the years served as a forum for dialogue among business leaders, policymakers, diplomats, and professionals, facilitating conversations on issues of mutual interest and supporting initiatives that strengthen bilateral ties.

Under the new administration, the association said it would continue to promote structured programmes, policy dialogue, and strategic partnerships aimed at fostering greater understanding and collaboration between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

The organisation added that it remains committed to advancing its longstanding mission of serving as a leading platform for Nigeria-UK engagement while creating opportunities for meaningful exchanges across cultural, professional, and economic spheres.