Following the decision of the Nigerian Environmental Study/ Action Team (NEST) Board at a meeting held on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, Professor Emmanuel Nzegbule has been appointed Executive Director at NEST. The appointment took effect from January 1, 2026.
Chairman of NEST, Prof. Chinedum Nwajiuba, made the disclosure in a statement.
Nwajiuba disclosed that the decision to appoint a new Executive was taken in May 2025, after a careful consideration of what is best for NEST.
Emmanuel Nzegbule, who takes up the appointment on a part-time basis, holds a doctorate degree and specialises in conservation ecology and environmental management. He has lectured in the university for many years.
According to Nwajiuba, Nzegbule previously held positions at NEST, including as a Senior Research Fellow and Board member. He led the implementation of national climate change response projects such as the Building Nigeria’s Response to Climate Change (BNRCC) and Climate Change Adaptation for Africa (CCAA) project.
Nzegbule has published many works on natural resources management, climate change solutions, and environmental governance. He is a fellow of the Leadership for Environment and Development (LEAD), UK, a member of the Shalom Club and the Nigerian Environmental Society (NES).
“We expect Prof. Nzegbule to take up this responsibility with his usual commitment to service,” said Nwajiuba.