The Secretariat
ABOUT THE SECRETARIAT
Providing technical, policy, research, and administrative support to the Nigeria Governors’ Forum.
The Secretariat serves as the technical, administrative, and coordinating arm of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum. It provides institutional support to the Forum and works closely with State Governments, development partners, public institutions, and other stakeholders to advance effective governance and sustainable development across Nigeria.
As a policy and knowledge support institution, the Secretariat assists Governors through research, strategic coordination, technical advisory services, programme implementation support, and evidence-based policy engagement.
Management Team
Meet the Mind Behind Our Success.
Dr. Abdulateef Shittu
Director General
Obiora Nnaji
Exec. Dir., Finance & Administration
Prof. Olalekan Yinusa
Exec. Dir., Strategy, Policy & Research
Barr. Chijioke Chuku
Legal Counsel
Dr. Ahmad Adulwahab
Exec. Dir., Programmes & Partnerships
Hauwa Haliru
Director Gender Affairs
Yunusa Tanko Abdullahi
Director, Media and Strategic Comms
Eghosa Omoigui
Head, Stakeholder Relations
Rafiat Olamide Malik
Head, HR and Support Services
