He is a graduate of Agricultural Science from the famous Madras University – South India. He came to Nigeria in 1981 to head a group of Companies (Henly Group of Companies – Agbara) which has established noteworthy Chemical, Engineering and Pharmaceutical Industries.
In 1993, he left the group to establish JAWA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED.
He is a member of many reputable associations and bodies. He is also a council member of Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Nigerian Economic Summit. He has contributed meaningfully to the Industrial Development of Nigeria, particularly in the Pharmaceutical Sector. He is an alumnus of Lagos Business School and Insead – France, and X-LR Management Institute –Jamshedpur- India, Harvard Business School – Boston.
Federal Government of Nigeria recognized the contributions he has made to the industry and society and awarded him the prestigious National Award – MFR (Member of Federal Republic). He holds a position of repute in Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Group (PMGMAN) and Indian Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Importers in Nigeria (IPMIN)
He is also an elected member of Parish Council and Synod Member of Lagos Anglican Diocese. He is an executive Member of the Full Gospel Business Men fellowship International.
Mrs. Annie Verghese is an Indian by Nationality, born on 6th October, 1944 in Machilipatanam Andapradash, India. She is married to Chief Varkey Verghese (MFR), the Managing Director, Jawa Group of Companies.
She had her early education in India and in year 1981, she moved to the shore of Nigeria alongside her husband.
She is an Administrator and Management Technocrat. She is a Director and Principal Shareholder in Jawa Group of Companies comprising of JAWA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, ANNIE PHARMA LIMITED and KATTLE CARE LTD.
She attended many Management Programs and she is an Alumna of the following Institutions:
He has Post Graduate Degrees in Master Of Science (M.Sc), Master Of Technology (M.Tech) and Master in Business Administration (MBA) and PGDBA.
He also has a Diploma In Strategic Management from Japan Institute of Plant Maintenance, Japan.
He is a Certified Auditor for ISO 9001, Quality Management System (QMS) from CII, India (Confederation of Indian Industries) and also Certified Auditor for 5S – A Japanese Concept
With over 26 years working experience, he has worked in respectable companies in INDIA: Murugappa Group and Saint – Gobain “Palakkad, Kerala State where he rose from the position of a Manager to the position of Deputy General Manager. He joined the services of JAWA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED Eight (8) years ago, bringing on board his wealth of experience.
He has a bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and has worked as a superintendent pharmacist in different companies. He has over 25years of experience in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical products. He is a member of PCN and PSN.
Born 4th September, 1956 in Pella, Adamawa State. He earned his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria in 1979 and called to the Nigerian Bar in 1980.
In 2000 he was appointed as an Executive Member of the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the defunct Petroleum (Special) Trust Fund (PTF).
An avid politician and bureaucrat, he has served in numerous important roles in the political landscape, locally and nationally.
Appointed Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) 2016 until his appointment as Secretary to the Government of the Federation on October 30th, 2017 by President Muhammadu Buhari who subsequently, reappointed him for a second term on 29th May, 2019. As Secretary to the Government of the Federation he also served as Chairman Presidential Task Force on Covid 19 and Chairman Presidential Transition Council (PTC) 2023.
He is a member of numerous professional bodies and sits on the board of several companies. He has been conferred with the National Productivity Order of Merit (NPoM) Award, the National Honour of the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) and is a recipient of three Honorary Doctorate Degrees amongst others.
He serves on various Christian Fellowships, Boards and Committees.
He enjoys horse racing, travelling, farming etc.
Mr. Mustapha is married and blessed with children.
Dr Yusuf, former Director General of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is an economist and Founder/CEO of the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise. He holds bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Economics, Business Research, and Business Administration from the University of Ilorin and University of Lagos, respectively. Dr Yusuf has extensive knowledge in Business Research, Policy, and Regulatory issues, and has participated in high-level public policy advocacy dialogues to foster a conducive environment for private sector development in Nigeria.
