Visionary Leadership, Transformative Impact

Visionary Leadership, Transformative Impact

Exceptional. Innovative. Committed. These qualities define the people of PPDC. We intentionally seek and bring together outstanding talent dedicated to transforming governance and promoting transparency in Nigeria.

Our leadership team brings together diverse expertise, unwavering commitment, and a shared vision for transparent and accountable governance. From strategic board oversight to hands-on program execution, our people are the driving force behind PPDC's impact across Nigeria.

Board

Strategic oversight and governance excellence

Chibuzor Ekwekwo

Board Chairman

Chibuzor Ekwekwo has about 24 years law practice experience, both as a litigator at the beginning and in the last ten years as a corporate and consulting attorney. He has extensive experience in regulatory reforms and corporate management in Nigeria, and in supporting the work of many international agencies, public bodies, private companies and civil society organizations as well delivering extensive advisory projects providing law reform and institutional development guidance for National and sub-national governments, and civil society organizations. He has good knowledge of national and international anti-corruption systems. Chibuzo holds an MBA Management Degree, a Post Graduate Diploma in Anti-Corruption Studies and works out of the Abuja Office. He is an American Certified PPP practitioner and also holds an MSC in public procurement management for sustainable development from Turin University Italy. He is a member of the Governing Board of Rhema University.

Obiora Chukwumba

Board Member

Obiora Chukwumba is a multifaceted media professional with proven track records in newspaper and magazine production, wire reporting, broadcast content production and film regulation. He studied Mass Communication at the Institute of Management & Technology, IMT, Enugu. He holds an M.Sc also in Mass Communication from Benue State University, Makurdi and a PhD in Media Arts from the University of Abuja. His media career started with the African Concord.

Lilian Chisara Ekeanyanwu

Board Member

Lilian Chisara Ekeanyanwu, a seasoned attorney-at-law with over 23 years of legal practice, holds a Master’s in Counter Fraud and Corruption Studies and is a distinguished alumna of the Les Aspin Center for Government, Marquette University. As a former Director at the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) and Head of the Technical Unit on Governance and Anti-Corruption Reforms (TUGAR), she has made significant contributions to the anti-corruption landscape in Nigeria. Currently serving as an Anti-Corruption Consultant with the UNODC and a Technical Advisor with the Macarthur Foundation, she continues to shape the discourse on governance and transparency.

Umma Iliyasu-Mohammed

Board Member

Umma Iliyasu-Mohammed, a seasoned development professional and agricultural entrepreneur, brings expertise in gender, safeguarding, and social inclusion. With a commitment to promoting policies addressing girls’ education, poverty, and gender inequality, she strives for social change. As an accomplished farmer, she blends her passion for agriculture with her dedication to creating a more just and equal society. Umma is known for her hard work, honesty, dedication, and qualitative service delivery in achieving organizational objectives.

Hassana Umoru Maina

Board Member

Hassana Umoru Maina is a dynamic lawyer, writer, and gender consultant with a robust background in law and a specialization in development. Armed with over five years of impactful work and volunteer experience in Northern Nigeria, she is a committed self-starter passionate about influencing progressive social change. Hassana’s multifaceted expertise, from legal acumen to gender consultancy, reflects her dedication to fostering positive transformations within her community.

Executive Leadership

Meet Our CEO

Lucy James Abagi

Chief Executive Officer

Lucy James Abagi

Lucy James Abagi is an experienced leader in public policy, program management, and fundraising.

With a Master’s in Business Administration, Lucy’s expertise includes building strong stakeholder relationships, effective team management, and using technology for transparent project coordination.

Team Leads

Leading execution and driving impact

Chimezie Aniekwe

Chimezie Aniekwe

Head of Programs

Ijeamaka Okonwo

Ijeamaka Okonwo

Head of Operations, People and Culture

Nnenna Eze

Nnenna Eze

Head of Communications & Knowledge Management

Oluwasegun Olaniyi

Oluwasegun Olaniyi

Head of Finance