By Tony Obiechina Abuja
The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) convened its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, to review the activities and financial performance of the organisation for the fiscal year ended December 31st, 2024.
The meeting, which took place at the NESG Summit House in Lagos and virtually, brought together directors, members, and key stakeholders of the Group.
In his address at the meeting, Mr. Niyi Yusuf, Chairman of the NESG Board of Directors, extended his sincere appreciation to the board, management, and members of the think tank for their unwavering dedication to national interest and economic development.
He acknowledged the Group’s achievements over the past year, despite prevailing economic and policy challenges, and urged stakeholders to remain committed to NESG’s mission of promoting sustainable development through evidence-based policy advocacy and public-private dialogue.
One of the key highlights of the AGM was the presentation and adoption of the NESG’s year-end financial statements for 2024, which reflected the Group’s continued commitment to transparency, fiscal discipline, and impact-driven programming.
The AGM also featured the reappointment of several distinguished individuals to the NESG Board of Directors.
Those re-elected to continue their service on the board include:
Mr. Lanre Akinbo
Mr. Kyari Bukar
Ms. Amina Maina
Mr. Karl Toriola
Dr. Philip Mshelbila
Dr. Demola Shogunle
Mr. Adetola Adeyemi
Mr. Olakunle Alake
In addition, the AGM ratified the appointments of three new members to the board:
Mr. Mohammed Darwish
Mr. Oluwole Adeniyi
Mr. Olusegun Alebiosu
With these additions and reappointments, the NESG Board is now comprised of 23 accomplished professionals drawn from diverse sectors of the economy, reflecting the Group’s commitment to inclusive leadership and expert representation.
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In his closing remarks, Mr. Yusuf commended all members and directors for their continued support and reaffirmed the Group’s resolve to work collaboratively with the public and private sectors to drive reforms, unlock investments, and foster inclusive growth.
He also encouraged Nigerians across all works of life to remain innovative, resilient, and steadfast in contributing to the country’s long-term development, adding that the NESG remains committed to championing policy reforms and partnerships that catalyse Nigeria’s socio-economic transformation.
