Board of the Directors
Our Team of experts strive to develop Neveah Limited into the most successful and respected indigenous exports company in Africa. Their combined skill sets are the catalyst that brings every task at our trading and commodities company to fruition.
Oluwabiyi Ajibade
Chairman
Oluwabiyi Ajibade - Chairman
Oluwabiyi Ajibade is CEO of BPL Nigeria Ltd and Chairman of Neveah Limited. With a B.Sc. in Electrical/Electronics Engineering from UNILAG and an MBA from IE Business School, he built BPL into a ₦5bn asset exporter of recycled batteries. BPL was listed among CBN’s Top 20 Exporters and is expanding capacity from 7,000MT to 28,000MT. He also serves on the boards of BMC Metals, Evercore Group, and Terralix Nig. Ltd. Ajibade is dedicated to enhancing Nigeria’s export ecosystem and business climate.
Ibidapo Lawal
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Ibidapo Lawal - Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Ibidapo Lawal is the founder of Neveah Limited, with 20+ years in exports, commodities, and manufacturing. He transformed Neveah into a diversified industry leader, growing revenue by 1,200% and raising ₦29bn in the capital market. A graduate of Economics from Lead City University, he holds an MBA from Drexel University. His leadership earned Neveah a spot on the Financial Times’ top 100 fastest-growing African companies. Ibidapo mentors entrepreneurs, supports women and youth empowerment, and champions sustainable development.
Akindoyin Akinbiyi Olaposi
Director
Akindoyin Akinbiyi Olaposi - Director
Dr. Akindoyin Akinbiyi is a Cloud Architect and Data Engineer with 13+ years of experience. He holds a First Class in Computer Engineering from OAU, an M.Sc. from the University of Leeds, and a Ph.D. from Imperial College London. He has worked at J.P. Morgan, PwC UK, and Kainos, leading major cloud migration projects. Certified in CKA and CKAD, he is active in the CNCF Kubernetes SIGs. Akinbiyi brings deep technical expertise and innovation to Neveah’s board.
Abidemi Lawal
Director
Abidemi Lawal - Director
Mrs. Lawal earned her Bachelor’s degree in Guidance and Counselling from the University of Ibadan, Oyo State. Since Neveah Limited’s inception, she has served as a Non-Executive Director, providing strategic oversight and governance. Over a 35-year tenure in the Oyo State civil service, she rose to the rank of Director before retiring, where she led teacher training initiatives and, alongside TESCOM teams, ensured strict adherence to governmental codes and standards across local schools. In addition to her distinguished public-sector career, Mrs. Lawal is a successful entrepreneur with extensive experience in importing and marketing consumer products.
Management Team
Our Team of experts strive to develop Neveah Limited into the most successful and respected indigenous exports company in Africa. Their combined skill sets are the catalyst that brings every task at our trading and commodities company to fruition.
Ibidapo Lawal
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Ibidapo Lawal - Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Ibidapo Lawal is the founder of Neveah Limited, with 20+ years in exports, commodities, and manufacturing. He transformed Neveah into a diversified industry leader, growing revenue by 1,200% and raising ₦29bn in the capital market. A graduate of Economics from Lead City University, he holds an MBA from Drexel University. His leadership earned Neveah a spot on the Financial Times’ top 100 fastest-growing African companies. Ibidapo mentors entrepreneurs, supports women and youth empowerment, and champions sustainable development.
Pandit Gireesh
Head of Plant (Factory Manager)
Pandit Gireesh - Head of Plant (Factory Manager)
Pandit Gireesh brings over 30 years of experience in the aluminum and metal recycling industry. He holds a B.Sc. in PCM from Magadh University and an advanced certification in Material Testing from PDT Centre, New Delhi. At Neveah, he oversees plant operations, drawing from past roles at Lloyd’s Industries, MINL Ltd, and others. His strengths include production planning, quality control, and team management. Known for integrity and discipline, Pandit plays a key role in driving Neveah’s operational success and mentoring teams toward sustainable manufacturing practices.
Borofori Ukiri
Finance Manager
Borofori Ukiri - Finance Manager
Borofori Ukiri is a finance expert with over 10 years of experience in financial reporting, trade finance, and compliance. He holds a B.Sc. in Accounting from the University of Abuja and is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) with an ACCA master’s equivalent. At Neveah Limited, he leads financial reporting and export finance. He previously served as Head of Financial Reporting at Eyrie Group and Senior Accounting Manager at Eyrie Energy, where he implemented IFRS standards and led major audits. Borofori brings regulatory insight and financial acumen to support Neveah’s fiscal health and international expansion.
Coker Babafemi
Head of Human Resources and Administration
Coker Babafemi - Head of Human Resources and Administration
Coker Babafemi is a results-driven HR professional with nearly 20 years of experience. He holds an MBA in Human Resources from Nile University, a B.Sc. in Estate Management from Covenant University, and is ISO 31000 certified. At Neveah Limited, he leads HR strategy across all business units, implementing systems that increased productivity by 25% and reduced turnover by 18%. Coker’s recruitment model filled 200+ roles in 12 months. A certified CMD trainer, he aligns HR with business goals, driving performance, continuity, and innovation.
Kabirat Adetunji
Business Development Manager – Minerals and Metals
Kabirat Adetunji - Business Development Manager – Minerals and Metals
Kabirat Adetunji is a trade operations specialist with deep knowledge in export logistics and finance. She holds a B.Sc. in Management & Accounting from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, an M.Sc. in Risk Management from the University of Lagos, and is ICAN and AATWA certified. At Neveah Limited, she manages minerals and metals exports, ensuring regulatory compliance and cost control. Her prior roles in agro trading and auditing equipped her with expertise in trade documentation, EEG, vessel booking, and financial reconciliation. Kabirat’s operational precision enhances Neveah’s global export performance.
Opeyemi Ibidun
Business Development Manager – Agro Commodities
Opeyemi Ibidun - Business Development Manager – Agro Commodities
Opeyemi Ibidun has over 10 years of experience in agro commodities and export operations. He holds a B.Tech. in Anatomy from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology. At Neveah Limited, he oversees the sourcing and exports of soybeans, sesame, hibiscus, and ginger to global markets. He previously led contracts at Peymos Agricova and served as Country Manager at Qicheng Mining, managing mineral exports. Skilled in procurement, export logistics, and trade compliance, Opeyemi plays a key role in expanding Neveah’s agro trade footprint and supporting rural economic development.
Mfon Ikott
ICT Manager
Mfon Ikott - ICT Manager
Mfon Ikott is an IT strategist with 10+ years of experience in the public sector, energy, and consulting. He holds a B.Sc. in IT and an M.Sc. in Advanced Computer Networks from the University of Derby. At Neveah Limited, he manages infrastructure, cybersecurity, and IT operations, ensuring system stability and business continuity. Mfon previously worked at Strom Global and Jake Riley, building strengths in IT audits, automation, and network systems. He holds Microsoft, Oracle Cloud, Fibre Optics and ITIL certifications. With strong project management and enterprise tech skills, Mfon drives digital innovation and operational efficiency.