Gabriel Idahosa has been elected president and chairman of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI).
Director General of LCCI Chinyere Almona announced this during the chamber’s 135th annual general meeting (AGM) on Thursday in Lagos.
Idahosa’s appointment follows expiration of the tenure of Michael Olawale-Cole who had been serving since 2021.
Almona described the new LCCI president as a distinguished individual with a remarkable track record of leadership, dedication, and commitment to the growth and development of various organisations, particularly in the fields of professional services, trade promotion, and industry.
She said that in the last two years, Idahosa served commendably as the deputy president of the chamber.
She noted that his emergence as president of LCCI was in recognition of his contribution and commitment to the ideals of the chamber’s movement, its public policy advocacy, and the protection of the interests of the Nigerian business community.
“Indeed, we are very pleased as Mr Gabriel Idahosa assumes the role of President of the LCCI.
“As a council member and a key officer of the Chamber, he has brought his extensive knowledge and experience to bear and has provided quality perspectives to deliberations at the Chamber.
“We are confident that his presidency will enhance the Chamber’s role as a leading advocate of best business policy and practice to promote and protect the interest of its members and the business community at large,” she said.
In his remarks, the outgoing president Olawale-Cole urged government to provide the much needed support to enhance the successful takeoff of Dangote refinery.
