The Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has appointed the National President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Dele Kelvin Oye, Esq., as Vice Chairman of the Board of Ekiti State Development and Investment Promotion Agency (EKDIPA).
The board to be headed by the State Governor has Oye from the private sector as Vice Chairman, and two serving commissioners in the State whose portfolios are connected to development and investments, and six other persons, as members.
Oye brings to the role a wealth of experience and a proven track record in championing economic growth and development. With a career spanning over 33 years as a seasoned lawyer and astute entrepreneur, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and remarkable business acumen, leading to the successes recorded in the various roles held in the past as well as various businesses established and managed.
With his rich network of contacts in the private and public sectors, Oye is poised to leverage his influence and expertise to advocate for reforms, foster partnerships and collaborations to enhance the agency’s effectiveness, attract investments, and boost economic growth and development in the State.
In a statement to announce the appointment, the Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor, Olayinka Oyebode, said the appointments take immediate effect.
Other member nominees are Ms. Adedoyin Ayobami Adelabu, Engr. Alaba Owoyemi, Mrs. Olatokunbo Fagbemi, Mr. Emmanuel Akinwunmi, Dr. Tope Aroge, Mrs. Tayo Adeola and Mr. Akintunde Oyebode.
Oyebode noted, “The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of nine members of the Board of Ekiti State Development and Investment Promotion Agency (EKDIPA).
“The nomination is in line with the provision of Section 7 of the EKDIPA Law, 2019, which provides for a Board to be chaired by the Governor; and a Vice Chairman to be appointed by the Governor from the private sector.
“The law also stipulates that membership should include two serving commissioners whose portfolios are connected to development and investments; and six other persons, two of whom shall be women, to be chosen from various professional backgrounds.
“The Board shall, among other roles, promote policies and transparent procedures that will enable the Government to work with potential investors and business partners to develop the natural resources base and assets of the State. It shall also develop appropriate institutional and regulatory framework for investment promotion and facilitation in the State.”
