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Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo (NNII) — Partnering for Development

Board of Trustees & Board of Advisors

Leadership rooted in purpose, balance, and shared responsibility.

Our Leadership Philosophy

At Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo, leadership is rooted in purpose, balance, and shared responsibility.

Guided by our motto, “Partnering for Development,” we operate a distinctive governance style where the Board of Trustees is predominantly women, reflecting our commitment to elevating female leadership, while the Board of Advisers is composed of men, providing complementary strategic guidance and experience.

This structure is not symbolic. It reflects our conviction that sustainable development is best achieved through collaboration, respect for diversity of thought, and inclusive decision-making.

We are committed to shared leadership as a foundation for long-term social and economic progress. By bringing women and men together in aligned but clearly defined roles, Nkata promotes stability, accountability, and strategic continuity in all our programmes.

Through this model, we demonstrate that development is strongest when leadership is balanced, intentional, and focused on collective impact.

Board of Trustees

Dr. Regina Amadi Njoku

Chairman

Dr. Regina Amadi Njoku

Iyom Josephine Anenih, Esq. FNIM, mni, SCN

Founder / President General

Iyom Josephine Anenih, Esq. FNIM, mni, SCN

Dr. Anne Okigbo

Board Secretary / Vice President

Dr. Anne Okigbo

Dr. Grace Okudo, AIG

Member

Dr. Grace Okudo, AIG

Prof. Joy Ngozi Ezeilo (SAN), OON

Prof. Joy Ngozi Ezeilo (SAN), OON

Prof. Uche Azikiwe, MFR

Prof. Uche Azikiwe, MFR

Hon. Justice Rose N. Ukeje, OFR

Hon. Justice Rose N. Ukeje, OFR

Amb. Nkem Wadibia Anyanwu

Amb. Nkem Wadibia Anyanwu

Board of Advisors

Prof. Barth Nnaji

Chairman

Prof. Barth Nnaji

Patrick Okigbo III

Patrick Okigbo III

Igwe Agubuzu

Igwe Agubuzu

Gen. Abel Obi Umahi, Rtd.

Gen. Abel Obi Umahi, Rtd.

Dike Chukwumerije

Dike Chukwumerije