Zainab Ibrahim Kuchi
Chairman of the Board
Zainab Ibrahim Kuchi is a distinguished Nigerian lawyer, social entrepreneur, and leader with over 41 years of experience in law, management, and governance. She is a dedicated and motivated professional with a long-standing career in law, management, and public service. Her experience and expertise make her a valuable asset to any organization or community.
Former Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs and Power. She is presently the Chair/CEO of Kuchi & Associates Consulting, a legal and arbitration firm. President/CEO of Daralkuchi Group, with ventures in agribusiness, mining, real estate, and renewable energy. She served in Central Bank of Nigeria in various managerial capacity and was a change champion for the implementation of the CBN change process by PWC/ACCENTURE until December 2004. She is also founder of Utopia Foundation; a nonprofit organization focused on good governance, grassroots development, and economic empowerment. She is a fellow of the Institute of Certified Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC) and Chartered Mediator & Conciliator. Recipient of the title “Soniyan Alkalai Nupe” (meaning “woman of substance”) and other notable awards.
