Guiding NMI’s Vision Through Strategic Leadership and Academic Excellence
The Nelson Mandela Institution is led by a distinguished team of leaders and professionals committed to advancing scientific excellence, institutional development, and regional collaboration. Together, they provide the strategic direction, governance, and operational leadership that support NMI’s mission of strengthening science, technology, and innovation across Africa.
NMI Leadership
Jean-Louis Sarbib
Board Chair
Bonaventure Mbida-Essama
Board Member
Mr. Etigwe Uwa SAN
Board Member
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Management Team
Our team works across borders and disciplines to strengthen higher education, support research excellence, foster strategic partnerships, and create opportunities that empower future generations of African scientists, engineers, innovators, and leaders.
Mr. Bababunmi Oluseyi Adekoya
Country Representative & Director Site Planning and Management
Mr. Tope Oyadokun
Deputy Director of the Site Planning and Management
Ms. Ngozi Leweke
Deputy Director Finance and Administration
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