₦airaland Forum

Deaconess Foluke Areola Elected President-Elect of the World Aquaculture Society (WAS) for 2025
We are delighted to announce that Deaconess Foluke Areola has emerged as the President-Elect of the World Aquaculture Society (WAS) for the year 2025, following the conclusion of the recently held global elections.
Deaconess Areola's victory is not only a personal milestone but also a proud moment for the global aquaculture community, particularly for Africa. With decades of distinguished service in aquaculture policy, regulation, and development, her leadership reflects the depth of experience and vision required to steer WAS into its next chapter.
As the first African and the first woman to attain this esteemed position, her election marks a historic milestone and reaffirms the growing influence of African professionals in shaping the future of global aquaculture.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Deaconess Areola and look forward to her inspiring leadership, strategic insight, and continued advocacy for sustainable aquaculture development worldwide.
She is the current and outgoing president of the African Chapter of the World Aquaculture Society and also former president of Fisheries Society of Nigeria FISON.
Congratulations once again, Madam President-Elect!
-Lanre Badmus