The Chairman of BTCBARS Group, Mr. Ebenezer Ulochukwu Akarah, popularly known as Alex, has been appointed National Chief Strategy Officer of the National Association of Charcoal Producers, Dealers, Exporters and Afforestation of Nigeria (NACPDEAN).
The appointment took effect on October 16, 2026, with a mandate focused on strategic engagement, institutional partnerships, international cooperation and investment facilitation.
Akarah’s appointment is expected to contribute to efforts to strengthen the charcoal sector through responsible production, afforestation, improved market access and enhanced collaboration among industry stakeholders.
Speaking on his appointment, Akarah expressed his readiness to work with the association’s leadership and stakeholders to advance the development of the sector.
“I look forward to working closely with the association’s leadership and stakeholders across the sector to advance our shared objectives,” he said.
He highlighted the importance of strategic engagement and institutional partnerships in creating opportunities for investment and expanding the sector’s reach.
“Strategic engagement and international cooperation will be critical to strengthening partnerships, facilitating investment and improving market access for Nigerian charcoal producers and exporters,” Akarah said.
On the sector’s contribution to the national economy, he stressed the need to balance industry growth with environmental responsibility.
“We must promote responsible production and afforestation while exploring opportunities to strengthen the sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s non-oil economy,” he added.
Akarah’s appointment presents an opportunity to leverage strategic partnerships and stakeholder collaboration to support the association’s objectives and promote sustainable growth within Nigeria’s charcoal industry.