By Ifeizu Joe
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has elected Anambra born Dr. Ifeanyi Eric Okoye, OFR, mni, Chief Executive Officer of Juhel Nigeria Limited, as its 12th President.
Dr. Okoye emerged at the association’s 54th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lagos. He succeeds Otunba Francis Meshioye, who completed his four-year tenure.
The announcement was made in a statement on Friday by MAN Director-General, Segun Ajayi-Kadir.
Dr. Okoye, a pharmaceutical industrialist and CEO of Juhel Nigeria Ltd., takes over the leadership of the umbrella body representing manufacturers across the country at a critical time for the sector.
