CHIEF DR. ANITA NANA OKURIBIDO

Secretary, BOT.

Chief Dr. Mrs. Anita Nana Okuribido stands as a beacon of leadership in Nigeria's renewable energy and green economy sectors. She is the visionary Founder and Chairman of the Smiling Simon Greenbuild Foundation, the esteemed President of the Women in Renewable Energy Association (WIRE-A), and the influential Chairman of the Women in Sustainable Power Africa Network (WISPANet). Anita possesses a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from Obafemi Awolowo University, underpinning her over three decades of experience in agricultural development, renewable energy, and the promotion of sustainable practices for natural and green economic growth. A steadfast advocate for gender equality, Anita has significantly shaped the landscape of women's empowerment within the energy sector. She founded the Women Green Energy Institute, Nigeria, dedicated to enhancing skills, technical expertise, and the deployment of green energy technologies among women. Her exemplary contributions to the renewable energy field have earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Pan-African Community Leadership Award at the 2020 Africa Women in Energy conference. Anita is also a highly regarded speaker, often invited to share her profound insights at international, regional, and local forums on renewable energy and sustainability. Throughout her distinguished career, Anita has been a driving force for sustainable development, advocating for women's empowerment and the adoption of renewable energy solutions. Her leadership, characterized by a deep commitment to inclusivity and environmental stewardship, continues to inspère and catalyze a movement towards a more sustainable, equitable, and green future