Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe has recently been appointed as the Director-General and Global Liaison for the Nigeria-China strategic partnership by President Bola Tinubu.
This important role comes in the wake of a significant agreement reached during President Tinubu’s visit to China in early September.
Tegbe is expected to be instrumental in enhancing bilateral relations and advancing cooperative efforts in vital sectors such as infrastructure, technology, and trade.
Profile details
Name: Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe
Born: March 21, 1966
Education: Obafemi Awolowo University
Religion: Christianity
Marital status: Married
Career: Finance expert
Birth
Born on March 21, 1966, Tegbe hails from a respected family in Ibadan, Nigeria, with ancestral ties to Labo and Orile-Owu.
Academic journey
Tegbe’s educational journey began at St. Mary RCM School, Asogo Oyo, before he moved on to the Federal Government College in Ogbomoso, where he distinguished himself as a national scholar and received multiple awards.
He later attended Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, graduating with First Class Honours in Civil Engineering, which laid the groundwork for his successful career.
He has also completed executive programs at prestigious institutions including Harvard Business School, INSEAD (France), and Lagos Business School and holds a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Birmingham.
Career highlight
With over 30 years of experience in accounting, tax, management consulting, and technology advisory, Tegbe has served as Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services at KPMG Nigeria and West Africa.
Throughout his career, he has led transformative initiatives for significant public and private sector organizations, including the NCC, NIMC, FIRS, and BPE.
Political career
Tegbe’s political engagement began in 2011 when he became a gubernatorial aspirant for Oyo State under the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the 2019 elections.
Although he ultimately withdrew from the primary election, his commitment to Nigeria’s development has remained steadfast.
He actively participated in the facilitation and moderation of national and international programs, notably the Presidential-Ministerial Retreat/Policy Dialogue from 2019 to 2021.
His leadership is not confined to the business sector; Tegbe has also been involved in several influential organizations, including the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), where he contributes to the Infrastructure and Human Capital Development Committee.
Professional affiliations
Tegbe is a Fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), in addition to holding certifications in Governance of Enterprise IT.
Recognitions
His dedication to public service was recognized when he was honored as one of the Most Distinguished Ibadan Indigenes in 2019 by the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII).
Philanthropy
Tegbe is deeply committed to community service and was appointed as the Mogaji (family head) of the Oguntegbe Compound in Ibadan by the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji.
His active participation in various social and cultural organizations, including the Ikoyi Club, Ibadan Solidarity Group, and the Fountain of Hope Society, showcases his strong civic responsibility.
Private life
Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe is married to Mrs. Abimbola Tegbe (née Ayandipo), and together they have two sons. His journey, both personally and professionally, reflects a steadfast commitment to excellence, leadership, and service to Nigeria.
As the Director-General for the Nigeria-China strategic partnership, Tegbe is well-positioned to influence the future of bilateral relations, leveraging his extensive expertise in governance, business, and public service to achieve meaningful cooperation between the two nations.
Net worth
Joseph Tegbe’s estimated net worth is currently unavailable. However, African Gazette will continue to monitor and update this information as it becomes accessible.
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