The new Director-General of Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, has promised to pay special attention on international trade, enhance standards development, strengthen regulatory enforcement, and embrace technology to make SON’s operations more efficient and transparent.
Okeke outlined his priority areas while resuming duty as the DG of the standards body.
A seasoned banker and tax consultant, he said under his leadership, the organisation will continue its core mandate, which includes preparing standards for products, measurement, materials, processes, and services, as aims to promote consumer confidence and enhance the global competitiveness of Nigerian products and services through standardisation and quality assurance.
He expressed his belief that “quality is a journey with no destination” and emphasised the importance of making SON the foremost standardisation body in Africa and one of the top-ranking organisations globally.
Okeke also highlighted the significance of staff welfare and inter-agency collaboration to achieve SON’s goals effectively.
His appointment brings a wealth of expertise and experience to this pivotal role, which plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of products and services within Nigeria. Dr. Okeke’s educational background is nothing short of impressive.
He holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Accountancy, along with a Master of Science (MSc) in Accounting, both earned from Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka. His commitment to advancing his knowledge is evident in his attainment of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), which he earned from the University of Nigeria in Nsukka.
His tenure as the immediate past Chairman of the Imo State Internal Revenue Services (IIRS) further demonstrates his extensive experience and leadership in the realm of taxation and revenue generation.
