About Us
The Chartered Institute of Export and Commodity Brokers of Nigeria CIECOBON is a professional body dedicated to advancing export practice and commodity brokerage in Nigeria.
We provide structured training, professional certification and membership opportunities for individuals and organizations involved in export and international trade. Our goal is to promote professionalism, strengthen industry standards and support Nigeria’s growth in global markets.
Through our educational programmes, examinations and workshops, we equip members with the knowledge and practical skills required to operate confidently and ethically in the export sector.
Whether you are starting your journey or already established in the industry, CIECOBON offers a recognized platform for professional development and industry engagement.
Our Commitment to Excellence
Since its evolution into the Chartered Institute of Export and Commodity Brokers of Nigeria, CIECOBON has remained committed to strengthening Nigeria’s position in global trade through professionalism, structured training, and industry regulation. Established to address the growing need for a nationally driven export and commodity brokerage body, the Institute continues to play a strategic role in developing competent professionals for Nigeria’s export sector.
Founded on the mission to promote excellence in export practice and commodity brokerage, CIECOBON partners with government institutions, private organizations, and industry stakeholders to advance sustainable export development. Our work goes beyond certification. We provide a national platform for knowledge exchange, research advancement, policy support, and professional growth within the international trade ecosystem.
Through our integrated model of education, examination, certification, and continuous professional development, we equip individuals and corporate organizations with the expertise required to operate effectively in today’s complex global markets. Our programmes cover export management, commodity brokerage, maritime operations, international trade finance, logistics, and related sectors critical to national economic expansion.
As a structured professional body governed by a Council and supported by specialized committees, CIECOBON remains dedicated to upholding the highest standards of competence, ethics, and industry leadership in export and commodity trade across Nigeria.
meet the team
Our Executives
Elder S. K. Adeyemi
Membership Committee
Oversees all membership registration, admissions, and upgrading processes. Ensures standards are maintained across every membership grade and liaises with the Registrar on member records and elections.
Dr. Patrick Ossai
Education & Training Committee
Leads the Institute's academic and professional training mandate — overseeing examination programmes, managing Registered Training Centres, curriculum development, and the award of certificates and diplomas.
Barr. A. A. Akinyemi
Legal Adviser
Serves as the Institute's principal legal counsel — providing expert guidance to the Governing Council on constitutional matters, regulatory compliance, contractual obligations, and CIECOBON's legal framework.
DCN Friday Mba
Export Research & Business Development
Drives CIECOBON's research agenda — identifying exportable products from agriculture, mineral resources, and manufactured goods. Develops policy recommendations and spearheads business development initiatives.
Babatunde Joseph
Media & Corporate Affairs
Manages CIECOBON's public image, communications, and institutional partnerships. Coordinates media relations, press publications, the Institute's journal, and outreach programmes.
Chief Damian Okeagu
Export Services Trade Group
Chairs the Export Services Trade Group — one of CIECOBON's four corporate trade groups. Represents members in export-related services and coordinates Professional Syndicates under the group.
John Chidi Onyekanma
Oil, Gas & Solid Minerals Trade Group
Leads the Oil, Gas and Solid Minerals Trade Group — representing members in Nigeria's energy and mineral export sectors. Coordinates advocacy, professional development, and policy engagement.
CIECOBON Governing Council 2026
The affairs of the Institute are administered by a Governing Council, supported by Institute Boards, Committees and Branches — democratically elected at the Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Vacant
Position currently open
Engr. M. A. Alalade
Acting Head of Council
Mrs. Ibidun Asaolu
Finance & Accounts
Barr. A. A. Akinyemi
Constitutional & Legal Counsel
Adenuga S. D. A.
Serves as the Institute's Registrar and Council Secretary — responsible for maintaining the official register of all members, processing applications and elections, coordinating Council meetings, and managing the Institute's secretariat operations since the founding year.
Our Vision
To be a leading professional institute recognised for advancing excellence in export practice and commodity brokerage in Nigeria, fostering innovation, competence and ethical standards that strengthen international trade.
Mission Statement
- 1 To be a leading Export Membership Organisation consisting of individual and corporate bodies.
- 2 To promote professionalism and capacity development in export practice and brokerage through structured education, rigorous examination, certification and continuous professional training.
- 3 We are committed to supporting government and private sector stakeholders with research, policy insight and industry collaboration.
- 4 We uphold high standards of integrity, competence and accountability that enhance Nigeria's participation and competitiveness in global trade.
- 5 To promote peaceful and cordial relationship among agencies, societies and institutions handling Export Practice in Nigeria.
- 6 We envision a nation where export and commodity professionals are highly skilled, globally connected and equipped to drive sustainable economic growth.
Our Vision
To be a leading professional institute recognised for advancing excellence in export practice and commodity brokerage in Nigeria, fostering innovation, competence and ethical standard that strengthen international trade.
Our Mission
To promote professionalism and capacity development in export practice and commodity brokerage through structured education, rigorous examination, certification, and continuous professional training. We are committed to supporting government and private sector stakeholders with research, policy insight, and industry collaboration while upholding high standards of integrity, competence, and accountability that enhance Nigeria’s participation and competitiveness in global trade.
Our Corporate Culture
Our culture is the foundation of our professional standards. It is defined by a set of core values and guiding principles that shape our governance, our training systems, and every action we take in advancing export practice and commodity brokerage in Nigeria.
Professional Excellence
We uphold the highest standards in export practice and commodity brokerage through structured education, rigorous certification, and continuous professional development that ensures our members remain globally competitive.
Integrity and Ethics
We operate with transparency, accountability, and discipline, maintaining ethical standards that build trust among our members, stakeholders, and regulatory partners.
Capacity Development
We are committed to developing competent professionals through quality training programmes, examinations, workshops, and research that strengthen Nigeria’s export sector.
Industry Leadership
We provide strategic direction and thought leadership by collaborating with government, private sector, and international bodies to advance sustainable growth in export and commodity trade.
Our Guiding Principles
Professional Excellence
We maintain high standards in education, certification, and professional practice to ensure our members operate with competence and global relevance in export and commodity trade.
Integrity
We uphold transparency, ethical conduct, and accountability in our governance, examinations, and professional engagements at all levels.
Accountability
We take responsibility for our actions, decisions, and regulatory duties, ensuring trust and credibility across our membership and stakeholders.
Capacity Development
We invest in structured training, research, and continuous learning to strengthen professional expertise within Nigeria’s export sector.
Collaboration
We work closely with government agencies, private institutions, and industry partners to promote sustainable trade development.
Innovation
We encourage forward thinking approaches in export practice and commodity brokerage to remain responsive to global trade dynamics.