Our Leadership

National Executive Council

National Executive Council

The National Executive Council (NEC) provides overall coordination and strategic oversight for the Class of 2002 across all regions. The Council ensures continuity, alignment, transparency, and effective communication in support of the class’s mission, welfare, and legacy.

Akintayo Akinosho

National Chairwoman | Africa | Manuwa


Role Overview
The National Chairwoman serves as the chief coordinating leader of the FGGC Oyo Class of 2002 Alumni. She provides direction, guidance, and representation for the class while working collaboratively with regional leadership and the Board of Advisors.

Key Functions:

  • Provides overall leadership and coordination for the Class of 2002

  • Presides over class-wide meetings and official engagements

  • Ensures alignment between national objectives and regional activities

  • Represents the class in official communications and external engagements

  • Supports and works closely with the National General Secretary and regional coordinators

  • Oversees the implementation of approved projects, initiatives, and decisions


Dr Elizabeth AjayiBridges

National General Secretary | USA | Tinubu


Role Overview
The National General Secretary is the administrative and communication anchor of the Class of 2002 Alumni. This role ensures that records, correspondence, and official documentation are accurate, timely, and accessible.

Key Functions:

  • Manages official class communications and announcements

  • Prepares and maintains meeting agendas, minutes, and records

  • Coordinates class-wide meetings and documentation of decisions

  • Maintains official records, policies, and governance documents

  • Supports leadership reporting and information flow across regions

  • Ensures continuity and institutional memory for the class


🧭 Board of Advisors

Role Overview
The Board of Advisors provides strategic counsel, guidance, and institutional wisdom to the National Executive Council. Members of the Board support leadership continuity, sound decision-making, and long-term sustainability.

Key Functions:

  • Advises the National Executive Council on strategic and governance matters

  • Provides guidance during complex decisions, transitions, or disputes

  • Supports leadership development and succession planning

  • Helps preserve the values, culture, and legacy of the Class of 2002

  • Offers independent perspective without involvement in daily operations

  • Serves as a stabilizing and advisory body in support of unity and accountability

Adenike Garbadeen

Board of Advisor | Africa | Tinubu

Funmi Jinadu

Board of Advisor | Africa | House


Suliat Farayola

Board of Advisor | Africa | Amina

Awele Chukwura

Board of Advisor | Africa | Emotan


Regional Executive Council

Regional Leadership teams support the day-to-day coordination of the Class of 2002 within each geographic region. They serve as the primary connection point between members in the region and the National Executive Council, ensuring effective communication, welfare support, and engagement.

Regional leaders operate in alignment with national policies and priorities while addressing the unique needs of their region.

Because our sisters are globally distributed, we operate through three regional structures to keep connection strong and support organized:

Region One — Africa

Covers Nigeria and other African countries.

Region Two — North America

Covers the United States and Canada.

Region Three — Europe

Covers Europe and the UK.

Regional President

Role Overview
The Regional President serves as the lead coordinator and representative for the Class of 2002 within the region.

Key Functions:

  • Provides leadership and direction for regional activities

  • Presides over regional meetings and engagements

  • Represents the region in national leadership discussions

  • Ensures alignment between regional efforts and national priorities

  • Oversees implementation of regional initiatives, events, and welfare support

  • Works closely with regional officers to maintain cohesion and accountability

Adaobi Oduche 

Region One Africa                          Nigeria | Olabisi

Sarah Okarafor

Region Two North America   USA | Olabisi

Jummy Oritsegbone 

Region Three Europe       United Kingdom | Olabisi

Regional Vice President

Role Overview
The Regional Vice President supports the Regional President and ensures leadership continuity.

Key Functions:

  • Assists the Regional President in coordinating regional activities

  • Acts on behalf of the President when unavailable

  • Supports planning and execution of regional initiatives

  • Helps maintain communication between regional officers and members

  • Supports engagement and participation across the region

Open Position

Region One Africa                          Nigeria | House

Open Position

Region Two North America   North America6 | House

Open Position 

Region Three Europe       Europe | House

Regional General Secretary

Role Overview
The Regional General Secretary manages administrative and communication functions within the region.

Key Functions:

  • Prepares meeting agendas, minutes, and regional records

  • Manages official regional communications and announcements

  • Maintains member lists and participation records for the region

  • Supports coordination between regional leadership and national secretariat

  • Ensures proper documentation of regional decisions and activities

Abisola Joshua 

Region One Africa                          Nigeria | Efunsetan

Dr. Elizabeth Ajayi-Bridges

Region Two North America   USA | Tinubu

Open Position 

Region Three Europe       Europe | House

Regional Treasurer

Role Overview
The Regional Treasurer oversees financial coordination and accountability for the region.

Key Functions:

  • Tracks regional contributions and expenditures

  • Supports welfare and event-related financial needs within the region

  • Works with national finance leadership to align reporting and procedures

  • Provides periodic financial updates to regional leadership and members

  • Ensures transparency and responsible stewardship of funds

Oluwatosin Risikat Lemboye

Region One Africa                          Nigeria | Idia

Dr. Motunrayo Okunola

Region Two North America   USA | Manuwa

Open Position 

Region Three Europe       Europe | House

Public Relations & Engagement Officer (PRO)

Role Overview
The Public Relations & Engagement Officer (PRO) focuses on member connection, participation, and relationship-building within the region. While official communications are managed by the General Secretary, the PRO ensures that members remain informed, welcomed, and actively engaged.

Key Functions:

  • Welcomes new and returning members into the regional community

  • Encourages participation in meetings, events, and initiatives

  • Supports onboarding into class and regional platforms

  • Fosters positive engagement and sisterhood within the group

  • Identifies inactive or newly reconnected members and supports re-engagement

  • Works collaboratively with the General Secretary to support smooth information flow

Ganiyat Raheem 

Region One Africa                          Nigeria | Efunsetan

Open Position

Region Two North America   North America | House

Open Position 

Region Three Europe       Europe | House

All roles are held by a volunteer alumna serving the Class of 2002 in a spirit of service, transparency, and sisterhood.