NECA’s DG, Oyerinde, Elected into Executive Council of Business Africa

Dike Onwuamaeze

The Director-General/Chief Executive of Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), Mr. Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, has been elected the into its Executive Council of BUSINESSAfrica at its General Assembly that was held at the United Nations Office in Geneva, Switzerland on June 10, 2025.

The BUSINESSAfrica is a leading continental voice of employers and private sector organizations across Africa, with headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

It also serves as a vital platform for promoting private sector development and regional business integration, while also representing African business interests at regional and international forums, including the African Union and the International Labour Organisation (ILO).

The election underscored Oyerinde’s dedication and commitment to the advancement and fostering of Africa’s economic growth and regional integration across the continent.

With his election, Oyerinde would join a distinguished group of business leaders from across the continent who are providing strategic oversight to BUSINESSAfrica’s efforts in promoting sustainable enterprise development, decent work, job creation, competitive business landscape and economic integration and renaissance across Africa.

Speaking after the election, Oyerinde stated that “I am deeply honoured and humbled to be elected to the Executive Council of BUSINESSAfrica.

“This is a critical time for Africa’s economic trajectory, and I am eager to contribute to an organization that is so dedicated to empowering our continent’s businesses and unlocking its immense potential.

“I look forward to collaborating with fellow Council members to advance policies that foster innovation, attract investment, and create widespread and inclusive prosperity.”

Oyerinde ould bring his wealth of experience and a proven track record in private sector advocacy, business linkages, sustainable development, digital transformation, regional economic cooperation, investment/trade promotions and leading initiatives focused on empowering SMEs across the continent.