Our Executive Leadership Team

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Olamide Shodipo is a proud Nigerian from Shagamu, Ogun State, with a passion for community building and humanitarian service. He holds a degree in Economics from Olabisi Onabanjo University and has over 12 years of experience as a financial advisor in the insurance industry in Nigeria. A successful businessman He also dedicates his time to supporting charity works as a member of the Lions Club International.

As President of the association, Olamide is committed to sustainability, unity, and community empowerment. His leadership focuses on implementing long-term initiatives, fostering peace, and expanding outreach—especially for youth development and engagement. His dedication to service is evident through his work with Lions Club International, the International Friendship Volunteer Association, where he once served as President of Ilupeju Achiever’s Lions Club District 404B Nigeria  He was also a former coach for Kierep Football Club in St. John’s.

With a strong vision for growth and inclusivity, Olamide is dedicated to building a thriving Nigerian community in Newfoundland and Labrador where every voice is heard, every member is valued, and future generations are empowered. Together, we can achieve more! Kindness Matters!!

Lonpe Adegboyega is the Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Canadian Association of Newfoundland and Labrador. She is responsible for all communication of the organization with the public. She manages the relationship of the association with the media and promotes integration of Nigerians in Newfoundland & Labrador into the Newfoundland & Labrador community, culture, and tradition.   

Lonpe holds an MBA from the Obafemi Awolowo University and a Diploma in Accounting and Payroll. She is a mediator in training with broad experience in people management and conflict resolution. She hails from Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.

Chiamaka is a certified accounting, and audit professional with over 10 years of experience spanning not-for-profit organizations, construction, manufacturing, entertainment, education, and finance.

She  is passionate  about social impact and organizational excellence, she currently play a key role in financial oversight, compliance, and strategic decision-making, helping the organization maximize resources for community programs and initiatives..

Beyond numbers, she is an advocate for capacity-building and boosting financial literacy amongst small businesses within the community.

A highly skilled and dynamic professional with a robust background in Architecture, a Master’s in Environmental Design, and expertise in Project Management and Construction Management, this Adeoluwa brings a unique combination of design thinking, social welfare advocacy, and practical execution experience to the role of Social and Welfare Director in NCANL 

With a proven track record in managing and executing large-scale projects, this individual has successfully led initiatives that bridge community needs with sustainable, design-driven solutions. This expertise extends to social and event management, where they have effectively organized programs and initiatives that foster community engagement and well-being.

Adeoluwa will leverage the multidisciplinary background to develop, implement, and oversee projects that not only enhance the built environment but also improve the social and welfare outcomes for vulnerable populations. His holistic approach ensures that every project aligns with both the NCANL mission and the needs of the communities they serve.

Chika Okeugo Frankie is the Director of Youth, Student & Cultural Affairs of The NCANL Inc. where she oversees everything pertaining to all youth members of the association including students within Newfoundland & Labrador. 

She is in charge of promoting Nigerian Languages among the Nigerian Canadian youths and other interested persons within the province. Her pursuit for the association and her members includes planning, organising and implementing opportunities for youths to get together, socialize and make friends with one another through activities like social gatherings. 

Chika is from Ikwu-Ano Umuahia in Abia State, Nigeria. She is a professional hair stylist and the CEO of Chikkie's Hair Station Inc., Chika is rooted in the revitalisation of the Nigerian Cultural heritage and wishes to uphold this patriotism by improving cultural diversity and inclusion within the youths and students in the association. Chika is committed to solving pressing issues or concerns of Nigerian Canadian youths in Newfoundland