The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) was established in May 1971 to provide a common voice for manufacturers and a focal point of consultation between industry, government, and the public.

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Leadership & Governance

Past Presidents

MAN's past presidents represent a legacy of industrial leadership, policy advocacy, and continuity in service to Nigeria's manufacturing sector.

Leadership Register

A legacy of service to Nigerian manufacturing

Past Presidents serve as life members of the National Council, preserving institutional memory and strengthening Council's deliberations with experience from earlier stages of Nigeria's industrial development.

2010-2014

Chief (Dr.) Kola Jamodu, CFR - President.

2006-2009

Alhaji Bashir M. Borodo - President.

2001-2004

Engr. Charles C. Ugwu - President.

1997-2000

Chief Rufus Foluso Giwa - President.

1990-1996

Ambassador Hassan Adamu - President.

1987-1989

Alhaji Isma'il Babatunde Jose - President.

1982-1986

Chief Jerome Oputa Udoji - President.

1971-1981

Chief Timothy Adeola Odutola - Founding President.

Founding Contribution

Chief T. Adeola Odutola also benevolently leased the land on which MAN House in Ikeja stands to the Association for 99 years.

Continuity

Past Presidents keep MAN connected to the experience, values, and institutional lessons that shaped the Association since 1971.