Advisory Board
Distinguished leaders and thinkers who guide GNA strategic direction, governance standards, and editorial integrity across public policy, health, and development.
Prof. Akinwumi Adesina
Chairman, Advisory Board
Former AfDB President — African Development Bank
Prof. Adesina is the former President of the African Development Bank and a globally respected voice on agricultural economics and development finance. He advises GNA on strategic direction, governance, and development-focused editorial priorities.
Oby Ezekwesili
Advisory Board Member
Public Policy Expert — Transparency International
A former Vice President of the World Bank Africa region and co-founder of Transparency International, Oby brings deep expertise in governance, anti-corruption, and public policy to GNA advisory work.
Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate
Advisory Board Member
Global Health Leader — Big Win Philanthropy
Dr. Pate is a global health leader who has served as Nigeria Minister of State for Health and as CEO of Big Win Philanthropy. He advises GNA health desk on public health reporting standards and health policy coverage.
Bishop Matthew Kukah
Advisory Board Member
Bishop of Sokoto — Catholic Diocese of Sokoto
Bishop Kukah is the Bishop of Sokoto Diocese and one of Nigeria most respected voices on peace, reconciliation, and national unity. He advises GNA on ethical standards and community-sensitive coverage.
Mrs. Ibukun Awosika
Advisory Board Member
Entrepreneur & Banker — First Bank of Nigeria (Former)
Mrs. Awosika is a renowned entrepreneur, former Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria, and a champion of women in business. She advises GNA on entrepreneurship coverage, women empowerment stories, and business journalism.
Prof. Wole Soyinka
Advisory Board Member
Nobel Laureate — Nobel Prize in Literature
Nobel Laureate in Literature, playwright, and human rights advocate. Prof. Soyinka advises GNA on cultural coverage, freedom of expression, and the role of journalism in defending democracy.