In a significant leadership transition, Junior Achievement Nigeria (JA Nigeria) has announced the appointment of Dave Uduanu as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors. This move marks the conclusion of Mr Olaniyi Yusuf's 10-year tenure at the helm of the organisation's board.
A New Chapter for Youth Empowerment
The announcement, made on 22 December 2025, ushers in a fresh phase for the non-profit, which is a member of the global Junior Achievement Worldwide network. Now in its 26th year of operations in Nigeria, JA Nigeria has, since its inception, impacted an estimated 1.5 million young Nigerians. Its core mission remains focused on empowering the youth with critical skills in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, work readiness, and digital technology.
Uduanu's Vision and Leadership Pedigree
The newly appointed chairman, Dave Uduanu, is widely recognised as a respected industry leader. He brings to the role decades of multi-sectoral experience, strategic insight, and strong governance acumen. His proven track record of visionary leadership, particularly across the financial sector and other industries, is expected to provide invaluable guidance. This expertise will be crucial as JA Nigeria seeks to scale its impact and expand its footprint across the federation.
The organisation has affirmed its commitment to strengthening youth development initiatives, deepening strategic partnerships, and enhancing programme delivery under Uduanu's stewardship. In an official statement, JA Nigeria expressed profound gratitude to the outgoing chairman.
Building on a Legacy of Excellence
"The Board, Management and Staff deeply appreciate Mr Olaniyi Yusuf for his decade of exceptional service, during which the organisation experienced significant growth, enhanced operational strength, and increased national presence," the statement read.
It further highlighted the collective optimism for the future, noting: "The JAN team is now looking forward to an exciting new phase of innovation, strategic expansion, and greater impact for young people across Nigeria." This leadership change signals JA Nigeria's intent to build upon its legacy of excellence and reach even more young Nigerians with transformative skills for the future.
