Board of Directors
African Achievers was established to recognise outstanding African contributions and provide a platform for leadership, excellence and impact across the continent and its global diaspora. Over the years, the institution has evolved beyond its flagship awards into a Pan-African platform that advances recognition, leadership development, dialogue, and collaboration. Our leadership and governance structures guide our strategic direction, programmes, and institutional priorities.
Meet Our Board
Mustapha Njie (TAF)
Board Chair
H.E, Amb. Prof. (Mrs.) Olufolake Abdulrazaq
Board Co-Chair,
Mr. Clement Chukwuka
Board Director
Dr. Yvonne Thompson
Board Director
H.E Sir Celestine Omehia
Board Director
Executive Team
Dr. Tonye Rex Idaminabo
CEO, African Achievers Awards
H.E Ameenah Gurib-Fakim.
Olori Atuwatse III
Royal Matron
Meet Our Advisory Board
Dr. Lejeune Lockett
Chair of the Advisory Board
Dr . Susan Fajana Thomas
Co-Chair of Advisory Board
Sarah Fafa Kpodo
Vice Chair of the Advisory Board
Dr Segun Adebayo
Member of Advisory Board
Olawatosin Sokan
Member of Advisory Board
Omotayo Omotosun
Member of Advisory Board
Hon. Michael Ayuen Johnson Chuti
Member of Advisory Board
Jennifer Achu
Member of Advisory Board
Mrs Ipupa Fadeyi
Member of Advisory Board