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The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has appointed former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo as president of its board of trustees (BoT).

The appointment was announced on Wednesday at foundation’s annual general meeting in Lagos.

Osinbajo succeeds Philip Asiodu, who stepped down after serving as president of the board for more than 25 years.

Speaking at the meeting, R.I.B. Adebiyi, chairperson of the foundation’s national executive council (NEC), commended Asiodu for his contributions to environmental conservation and institutional development

She said Asiodu’s tenure was marked by “wisdom, foresight and an unwavering commitment” to environmental protection, adding that he leaves behind a stronger organisation with a clearer vision for forest restoration and conservation

Asiodu, who served as chief economic adviser to former President Olusegun Obasanjo, is an advocate of Nigeria’s 25 percent forest cover target and the Great Green Wall initiative.

According to the foundation, his leadership strengthened NCF’s work in habitat protection, community conservation and environmental policy advocacy.

Adebiyi said Osinbajo’s experience in public service and climate policy makes him well-positioned to lead the organisation’s next phase.

“We are honoured to welcome Professor Yemi Osinbajo as president of our board of trustees,” she said.

“His track record as vice-president, his leadership of Nigeria’s Energy Transition Plan, and his advocacy for climate action and sustainable development make him uniquely qualified to guide NCF into the future.

“We believe his experience at the highest levels of government will help us scale our impact for people and nature.”


Osinbajo served as Nigeria’s vice-president between 2015 and 2023. During his tenure, he led the development of Nigeria’s energy transition plan aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2060 and chaired the national council on climate change

The foundation said he also championed the integration of forests, biodiversity and natural capital into national development policies.

Adebiyi added that under Osinbajo’s leadership, the foundation would deepen partnerships with government, the private sector and local communities to expand conservation efforts across the country.

She said the leadership transition comes as the NCF prepares to scale up nationwide programmes focused on protecting Nigeria’s forests, wetlands, wildlife and livelihoods.

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

Nnamdipapa:
You would deputize if selected for even half of that position.

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

Hezzyluv:
Congratulations to the man whose brain is boiling...

Osibanjo can deliver hours of lecture without looking at his written speech.

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

mkpologwu:
Obi, whom we all hold in high regards was once a deputy to corrupt Atiku in the presidential election.

We need these sound minds to stick around as close as possible, and keep hoping one of them gets into that number position someday.

We can't run away from the rogues forever. Can we??

Afriifa:
If you think this Osibanjo has integrity, then ya very funny. Someone with integrity can never deputize that failure called Buhari

TheRareGem1:
https://www.thecable.ng/ncf-appoints-osinbajo-as-board-of-trustees-president/

TheRareGem1:
https://www.thecable.ng/ncf-appoints-osinbajo-as-board-of-trustees-president/

Bluntemperor:
Not Our Business,for he ought to have resigned during his Oga Buhari - who performed Woefully,yet he thought he is clever.
While Osinbajo made good moves during Buhari recuperation in UK Hospital 🏥,he( Osinbajo) should have resigned the day he saw Buhari Coursing in Government) - that took Files to him to sign.
So, what was that Message to Osinbajo - You Are Not Wanted' but he stays there.
Let Osinbajo go and enjoy his Retirement Benefits - we are less concerned about his Political Matters.
He was Not Decisive Enough.