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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Past Presidents

Past Presidents

Distinguished industry leaders who shaped MAN's growth and success.

The growth and success of MAN have been shaped by distinguished industry leaders who have served as Presidents of the Association.

Across successive administrations, MAN's Presidents have advanced the Association's mandate as the recognized voice of Nigerian manufacturers, supporting industrial advocacy, enterprise development, public-private dialogue, and national economic growth.

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Leadership Register

A legacy of service to Nigerian manufacturing

Chief Timothy Adeola Odutola
Chief Timothy Adeola Odutola
Founding President, 1971-1981
Chief Jerome Oputa Udoji, CFR
Chief Jerome Oputa Udoji, CFR
President, 1982-1986
Ambassador Hassan Adamu
Ambassador Hassan Adamu
President, 1990-1996
Chief (Dr.) Rufus F. Giwa
Chief (Dr.) Rufus F. Giwa
President, 1997-2000
Engr. Charles C. Ugwuh
Engr. Charles C. Ugwuh
President, 2001-2004
Alhaji Bashir M. Borodo, MFR
Alhaji Bashir M. Borodo, MFR
President, 2006-2009
Chief Kola Jamodu, OFR
Chief Kola Jamodu, OFR
President, 2010-2014