Our Executive Committee

Meet the dedicated leaders steering NMI's mission to end hidden hunger in Nigeria.

Leadership

Guided by Passion, Driven by Purpose

Our executive committee comprises professionals who are deeply committed to transforming Nigeria's agricultural and nutritional landscape through innovation, advocacy, and community engagement.

Rooted in a shared belief that millet can feed and nourish Nigeria, NMI's leadership team brings together expertise in agronomy, food policy, community development, and international partnerships.

Team meeting
Committed to Nigeria's Food Future

Leadership meeting at NMI Abuja headquarters

President & Founder

Alhaji Abba Saleh

As President and Founder of the Nigeria Millet Initiative, Alhaji Abba Saleh brings a deep passion for food security and rural development. With a clear vision aligned to the UN SDGs, he drives NMI's mission to promote bio-fortified millet across Nigeria, building a legacy of nutrition and sustainable agriculture.

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The Full Committee

Executive Committee Members

Chairman NMI
Chairman NMI
Chief David Emeka Williams
Executive Director
Executive Director
Alhaji Aliyu Ndagi
Director for International Collaboration
Director for International Collaboration
Professor Abdullahi Yunusa Husaini
Our Work

The NMI Team in the Field

Our executives don't just lead from boardrooms — they walk the farms, engage farmers and build relationships on the ground.

Field visit
Farmer Field Visits

NMI leadership engages directly with farming communities

Community meeting
Community Engagement

Building trust with local farming communities

Training session
Training Sessions

Hands-on training for millet value chain actors

Interested in Joining Our Team?

NMI is always looking for passionate individuals to help champion the millet revolution in Nigeria.

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