Association of Consulting Architects Nigeria Advancing Architecture, Building Competencies
Executive
  • Practice Committee Chairman
  • President
  • Vice President
  • Honorary Secretary
  • Honorary Treasurer
  • Education Committee Chairman
  • Publications Committee Chairman
  • Membership Committee Chairman
Mr. Yinka Ogundairo
MNIA
Practice Committee Chairman
Roles & Responsibilities

Ensuring the Practices apply the code of conduct for ACANigeria professional services. Formulating objectives and developing ideas for future Practice development. Keep abreast of current affairs and identify potential threats and opportunities.

Mrs. Ekaete Bassey Fujah
FNIA, Int'l Assoc. AIA, LEED AP
President
Roles & Responsibilities

Ekaete Bassey Fujah holds a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. both in Architecture from the University of Nigeria. She has been licensed to practice in Nigeria since April, 1994. She is a fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects, an International Associate of the American Institute of Architects as well as a LEED Accredited Professional. She has been Managing Director of ATO Architects since 2019. She served 4 consecutive terms as Honorary Secretary and a term as Vice President before she became the President of the Association of Consulting Architects Nigeria.  She is a published writer, media producer, cyclist and tennis enthusiast.

Mr. Olanrewaju Olusola
FNIA
Vice President
Roles & Responsibilities

Lanre Olusola founded Creation Consult in 1997. A member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), professional member of the Green Building Council Nigeria (GBCN), serving in various roles and responsibilities locally, nationally and internationally for upward of 15 years. Elected NIA Council member in 2017 and chaired, NIA International Affairs 2019-23, representing the Institute in all international fora such as the #AUA, #CAA and #UIA. Currently a member of the Global Practice Committee of The American Institute of Architects AIA (2024-25), served as Council & Board member of Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN) from 2016-202. He was the Secretary General 2020-22; first Country Representative of the American Institute of Architects (#AIAINTERNATIONAL) in Nigeria 2020 – 24; also appointed as member of the UIA PPC and Architecture for all work programed in 2021. First At-Large Director of AIA International and a Board member from Nigeria, with oversight of Africa and South-Asia 2022-25; elected as Treasurer (first from Nigeria) of the Africa Union of Architects (AUA) 2022-25. Currently, President of AIA Sub-Saharan Africa and Vice President, Association of Consulting Architects Nigeria (ACANigeria). Vice President assists the President and performs the President’s duties in the absence of the President.

Mr. Olatunde-Ayobami-Aboaba
MNIA
Honorary Secretary
Roles & Responsibilities

Tunde Aboaba is a licensed architect with a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. in Architecture from Obafemi Awolowo University. He began his career in 1999 through the NYSC program at Interstate Architects Ltd., where he transitioned to a full-time role in 2002. Over the years, he has successfully delivered various commercial and residential projects in Nigeria, Ghana, and Egypt. In recognition of his contributions, he was appointed Director and Partner of the firm in 2016.

A registered member of the Nigerian Institute of Architects, Tunde actively engages in professional circles and currently serves as the Honorary Secretary of the Association of Consulting Architects Nigeria (ACANigeria). He is particularly passionate about integrating sustainable development practices into local architecture.

Beyond his professional commitments, Tunde is involved in community initiatives through the Osun Development Association.

Mrs Feyi Oguneye
MNIA
Honorary Treasurer
Roles & Responsibilities

Feyi Ogunneye is a distinguished architect and Partner at FMA Architects Ltd, bringing over 35 years of professional experience to the practice. Her career reflects a deep commitment to design excellence, innovation, and the delivery of functional, sustainable, and aesthetically refined built environments. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated a passion for creating spaces that strike a balance between functionality and design integrity. A mentor and role model to younger professionals, Arc. Ogunneye continues to inspire with her dedication to architecture and her ability to transform visions into enduring, impactful structures that serve both people and communities. She maintains an overview of the organisation’s financial affairs, ensuring its financial viability and that proper records and procedures are maintained. End-of-year financial reports to the Board.

Mr. Kelechi Iheanyi Onyike
MNIA
Education Committee Chairman
Roles & Responsibilities

Kelechi Onyike is an Architect, Artist, Career Coach, and Mentor. He is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Podex Associates Limited, an architecture and creative design firm in Lagos, Nigeria. A valedictorian of his department and faculty in University of Nigeria (UNN) where he earned a B.Sc. in architecture (2001) holds a Master’s Degree in Architecture from UNN, a certificate in Entrepreneurial Management from the Pan-Atlantic University’s Enterprise Development Centre. He is a Full Member of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) where he chairs the Young Architects Forum (YAF), is registered with the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) and is the Chairman of the education committee of Association of Consulting Architects Nigeria (ACAN). His interests include graphics design, art, writing, motivational speaking, meeting people and travelling.vocating Knowledge and Training resources available for consulting Firms and architects in Today’s Working environments.

Mrs Patience Okonta
FNIA
Publications Committee Chairman
Roles & Responsibilities

Patience Okonta has proven over the years in her profession to accept nothing less than excellence in her desire to raise the general practice of Architecture in Nigeria to world-class standards. She is the Managing Partner of Inter Designs Partnership.  Her desire to promote green architecture, seek affordable sustainable alternative building materials. A very admirable trait of this woman of excellence is her burning need to pass on knowledge to ‘the next generation’ of Architects. Though a wife, mother, grandmother and a very busy professional, Arc Okonta finds time to lecture and mentor young architects on a regular basis. She is a facilitator for the NIA Professional Practice Exams and has been cited as a professional role model by many young female architects. For her selfless, dynamic contributions to architecture in Nigeria she has won several awards and never fails to give valuable contributions to enrich the extracurricular activities of the Institute and is ever ready to serve. Arc. Mrs. Okonta is a very clear and determined voice of excellence for the profession in Nigeria.

She helps to promote ACANigeria Publications such as News letter, Radio Show- Ask the Architect, Book Publication – Architecture in Nigeria, TV Series – TBC

Mr. Adeleke Edward Nadi
MNIA
Membership Committee Chairman
Roles & Responsibilities

Leke Nadi is the Founding Partner of B & L Architects Limited, a firm he established in 2007 and later incorporated as a limited liability company in 2018. His professional journey began with holiday apprenticeships at AMA Designs Limited. This early exposure shaped his understanding of architecture as a private practice and dedicated professional. Arc. Leke became a full member of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) in 2012 and a licensed architect with the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) in the same year. Beyond his professional pursuits, Leke engages with various social organizations, including: Council member, Nigerian-British Association Member, and various social clubs in Lagos.

He serves as the Membership Chairman of the Association of Consulting Architects of Nigeria (ACANigeria).