AgroEknor Appoints Adedeji, Tucker As Independent Non-Executive Directors

AgroEknor, a leading impact driven agri-tech business focused on optimizing the Nigerian agricultural value chain for increased export earnings, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jide Adedeji and Kiette Tucker as Non-Executive Directors.

With their extensive expertise and strategic vision, Dr. Adedeji and Kiette Tucker bring a wealth of knowledge to AgroEknor as the company continues to expand its global footprint.

Dr. Jide Adedeji is renowned as the pioneer Chief Executive Officer of Teragro, the agribusiness subsidiary of The Transnational Corporation of Nigeria, Transcorp.

During his tenure, Dr. Adedeji successfully established Nigeria’s first commercial juice concentrate factory and business, revolutionizing the agribusiness landscape in the country.

His technical knowledge and strategic acumen solidified his reputation as a turnaround expert, and his experience in supplying juice concentrates to the Coca-Cola Company in Nigeria has positioned him as an industry leader, poised to drive AgroEknor’s growth and success.

Kiette Tucker, the Executive Vice President of Factor[e] ventures, joins AgroEknor with an exceptional track record of supporting innovative solutions in emerging markets.

At Factor[e], Kiette spearheaded efforts to drive sustainable energy, agriculture, mobility, and water solutions, focusing on the speed and scale of implementation. Prior to her current role, Kiette served as the Growth Countries Unit Senior Director for Acre one, where she successfully led the One Acre Fund portfolio in new markets, achieving remarkable milestones.

Her leadership was instrumental in reaching over one million farmers, planting 12 million trees, and establishing multiple sustainable business units.

The addition of Dr. Adedeji and Kiette Tucker to AgroEknor’s Board of Directors marks an important milestone for the company. Their combined expertise and vast industry experience will enhance the strategic direction and strengthen the company’s position as a global player in agri-tech.

Chief Executive Officer, AgroEknor, Timi Oke, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Jide Adedeji and Kiette Tucker to AgroEknor’s Board of Directors. Their proven leadership and deep understanding of the agribusiness landscape will be invaluable as we strive to drive innovation, maximize our global reach, and continue to deliver exceptional products and services to our customers worldwide.”