West Africa Automotive Show 2027 Exhibitor List

He holds a BSc. Economics, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria, a Masters Degree from Cardiff Business School, and is also an alumni of Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) of Government. He retired after 35 years of meritorious government service in 2017 as the Director of Policy and Planning Department and briefly Acting Director General of National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC).

As President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Dele Kelvin Oye leads over 90 chambers, fostering the private sector as a transformative force in Nigeria and West Africa. His strategic initiatives have strengthened bilateral ties and economic growth through roles such as Chairperson of the Nigerian Turkiye Business Council and member of the Federation of West Africa Chambers of Commerce. A respected voice in policy-making and legal realms, Oye's multifaceted expertise and leadership have significantly impacted Nigeria's socio-economic landscape.

Ngozi Emechebe is a Nigerian politician and Businessman who is the 10th President of the Auto Spare Parts & Machinery Dealers Association.(ASPMDA), which is home to over 20,000 businesses and also known as the No.1. most organized & largest market in West Africa. A member of the ADPA Party, he served as the 10th President from 2023 to present. Ngozi Emechebe is a visionary entrepreneur and founder of Wingoes Global Multi Concepts, a provider of Auto parts & Winery solutions. Born in Nnewi, Anambra State, he became enthusiastic about business and launched his career in business. In 1980, he founded Wingoes Global Multi Concepts with a N100,000 investment, growing it into billions of naira by 2016. Known for his strategic insights, Ngozi Emechebe expanded the company's portfolio to include green energy services. Beyond business, he is a Leader, a politician, life coach, real estate mentor, a business consultant & a philanthropist, supporting educational programs for undeserved communities. Today, Ngozi Emechebe continues to drive development and innovation through his office and position in communities.

Kojo Annobil has over 20 years of work experience in the auto industry. He managed all three brands (BMW, Ford and Massey Ferguson) held by Mechanical LLoyd, the Ghana Dealer and served as the Vice President of Ghana Automobile Distributors Association (GADA) from 2017 - 2018 and as President for 2019. Kojo, currently works as a consultant to the Ghana Ministry of Trade & Industry (MOTI) as Head of the newly inaugurated Ghana Automotive Development Centre to provide support to the Automotive Industry and provide linkage between the Automotive Industry and MOTI under the Ghana Automotive Development amongst other responsibilities.

Denis Martin is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of leadership experience across the oil, FMCG, and mobility sectors in Africa. Beginning his career in mechanical and production engineering, he transitioned into senior management roles, driving growth in distribution, manufacturing, and logistics. He has held Managing Director positions in Nigeria, Ghana, Congo, Tunisia, and Algeria, including leadership roles at CFAO, STRUCTEC, GENERAL IMPORT, PPGL, and Heineken. Notably, he managed the Brasserie du Congo and later led Heineken’s operations in Tunisia and Algeria. In 2023, he joined CFAO Mobility Cameroon as Director of Operations for Automobile, Two-Wheelers & Marine before becoming Managing Director of CFAO Mobility Nigeria in July 2024. His expertise spans business expansion, operational excellence, and cross-continental strategy execution, making him a dynamic voice on leadership and African market development.

Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin boasts an impressive educational and professional background. His educational journey includes a Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSC Accounting) from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Benin (Uniben). For professional qualifications, Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin holds the distinguished title of Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA - ICAN) and is also a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). His career trajectory commenced with a role as a Senior Internal Auditor at Ibru Organization, a position he held from 1996 to 2000. During this formative stage, he honed his skills and gained invaluable experience in the field of internal audit. In 2000, he joined Zenith Bank as an auditor and progressively ascended the organizational ladder. His roles included that of an IT Auditor and responsibilities in Internal Control and Audit. Throughout his 12-year tenure, his contributions played a pivotal role in enhancing the bank's internal control and audit functions. Following his tenure at Zenith Bank, in 2013, he joined the GIG Group as Group Head, Internal Audit and Control until January 2016 and also became Group Head of Finance, where he made significant contributions in various capacities. His proficient leadership and expertise in the domains of finance and audit significantly contributed to the success of the GIG Group during his tenure from 2013 to 2019. His appointment to this role commenced in 2019. In this capacity, he oversees the financial aspects of the company while also spearheading strategic projects at the JET Motor Company Electric Vehicles. Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin served as the first Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Jet Systems Automobile Industry Ltd in 2021, the position he held until his appointment as DG, NADDC. The recent appointment of Joseph Oluwemimo Osanipin as the Head of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) could open new opportunities in the future of mobility in Nigeria. This is because the NADDC, a federal government agency, has shown a commitment to embracing electric vehicles (EVs) as a sustainable alternative to traditional internal combustion engines (ICE).

Dr Joshua A. Odeleye specialises in SustainableTransport Planning. He has built a career, which span over two decades, in the Nigeria transportation sector. He is currently Director, Transport Technology Centre at the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology, (NITT), Zaria. Odeleye has successfully contributed to transportation journals, books and conferences proceedings at local and international levels. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Classics from University of Ibadan, Post-Graduate Diploma and Master of Science degree in Transport Studies from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye; and Ph.D in Transportation Geography from the University of Lagos, Nigeria. He is Chartered Fellowof Institute of Logistics and Transport (FCILT).

Michael O. Oluwagbemi is a certified project management professional and member of the Project Management Institute, Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Texas Society of Professional Engineers.He holds a Bachelors degree (Summa Cum Laude) and Masters degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Houston and a Masters in Business Administration from the University of London.Michael was a project engineer/construction support manager at WorleyParsons Group in Houston as well as Engineer at ExxonMobil Production, Houston. He served as the vice president and director at Amazon Energy Group. He is currently serving Nigeria as the Program Director and Chief Executive at the Presidential CNG initiative, which is designed to support Nigeria’s Mass Transit sector to transit from PMS/Diesel to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as primary fuel and the Electric Vehicle component to guarantee responsible and reliable energy transition for Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy.

Mr Kenneth Ukpabia CEO ORBIT ELECTRIC AUTOMOBILE LIMITED an electric motorcycle and tricycle assembly company based in Lagos Nigeria. He has worked on numerous Tech startups and marketplaces that range from Construction, Heavy duty equipment, Logistics and Food. Presently he is building Orbit Electric to revolutionize the African Last mile logistics and transport industry.

Kunle JAIYESIMI is the Deputy Managing Director of CFAO Mobility Nigeria Limited. He joined the CFAO Group as an Accountant in 1995 and rose through various positions ranging from Treasury/Finance Officer, Finance Manager. He served as Chief Accountant of CFAO Qualitex from September 1995 to December 1996 and was redeployed to CFAO NIPEN as Chief Accountant. He later became the Assistant General Manager, responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Factory. In 2010, after the merger of CFAO NMI with CFAO Motors, he retained his position as Deputy Managing Director under the company name CFAO Motors Nigeria Limited, which is the position he holds till date. He is also a Director of Massilia Motors Nigeria, a joint venture operation between CFAO and Chanrai Group, which was established in April 2014. Kunle holds a Master’s Degree in Finance. He has travelled extensively in the course of his profession. He possesses rich experience of the Automobile Industry in Nigeria and remains a respected adviser to the Automobile Management Professionals. He is a member of relevant professional bodies - Institute of Directors, Automobile and Allied Group of the Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Institute of Cost & Management Accountants, Nigerian Institute of Management and Fellow, Institute of Credit Administration. He is currently the President, Association of Automobile Boatyards Transport Equipment and Allied Employers of Nigeria (AABTEAEN), Vice Chairman of the Automobile Sectoral Group of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria and Chairman Automobile and Allied Group of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, member Governing Council – Nigeria Employers Consultative Association (NECA) and the President of LASUMBA Heritage, the Alumni association of Lagos State University MBA Graduates. His hobbies include coaching, establishing relationships, football and tennis.

Sam Faleye is the Chairman & C.E.O. of SAGLEV INC, one of two co-founders of the Delaware, U.S.A. Incorporated Electric Vehicle Company focused on accelerating the conversion of Fossil Fuel Vehicles to Zero-Emission Vehicles in emerging markets by partnering with rideshare and fleet operators. Sam believes the African diaspora is a fundamental part of growing African economies and must positively impact their continent of birth or naturalization with their acquired professional training, knowledge, and experience. Sam is a lifelong believer in climate change and the promise of renewable energy resources in solving the Earth’s climate calamities as a human responsibility and entrepreneurial opportunity.

Taiwo Oluleye, FCIS, graduated in 1987 with a BSc Economics degree from the prestigious University of Ilorin, Kwara State and an MSc in Global Management from the University of Salford, UK. She is a Corporate Governance Professional and a Certified Chartered Secretary and Administrator. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSAN), Taiwo has over 36 years of extensive private sector experience cutting across Banking, ICT, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking and Economic Development having trained both in Nigeria and the UK. Interestingly, she became the first female CEO of PAN Nigeria limited (2020 to date). PAN is the foremost indigenous automobile manufacturer in Nigeria with 51 years of rich history in the automotive industry.