ALABO DR. EMI MEMBERE-OTAJI, OON, DSSRS, NPOM

Chairman/CEO, Elshcon Group

Alabo Dr. Emi Membere-Otaji is a distinguished physician, entrepreneur, and business leader whose influence spans the healthcare, maritime, oil & gas, and real estate sectors in Nigeria. With decades of executive leadership experience in both public service and private enterprise, he has built a reputation for visionary leadership, strategic investments, and national economic contribution.

As the founder and Chairman/CEO of the Elshcon Group, Dr. Membere-Otaji has led the growth of a diversified business conglomerate with operations across multiple critical industries. His leadership style combines innovation, discipline, and long-term economic vision, positioning him among Nigeria’s respected private sector leaders.

Leadership & Corporate Influence

Dr. Membere-Otaji currently serves in several high-level leadership and advisory capacities across Nigeria’s business and maritime ecosystem, including:

Chairman/CEO – Elshcon Group of Companies
1st National Deputy President – Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA)
Incoming National President (2027) – NACCIMA
Director – ECOWAS Regional Sealink Project
Governing Council Member – Nigerian Shippers’ Council
Board Director & Chairman, Risk, Audit & Compliance – EECD FZE
Board Member – R-Jolad Hospital Group

Medical & Public Service Background

Before establishing himself as a leading entrepreneur, Dr. Membere-Otaji trained and practiced as a medical doctor. He later served as Commissioner for Health in Rivers State, where he contributed to healthcare development and policy administration.

He is also the founder and former Chairman of Princess Medical Centre, reflecting his continued commitment to healthcare advancement and human capital development.

Education & Executive Development

Degree In Medicine – University of Lagos
Executive Education – Lagos Business School
Executive Certification – McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University

National Honours & Recognition

Dr. Membere-Otaji has received several prestigious honours in recognition of his contributions to national development, business leadership, and public service, including:

Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON)
National Productivity Order of Merit (NPOM)
Distinguished Service Star of Rivers State (DSSRS)
Maritime Icon of the Year (2023)

Most recently, the Association of Private Medical Practitioners of Nigeria, the private sector arm of the Nigerian Medical Association, honoured him with the prestigious title of National Patron at its 2026 Annual Conference in recognition of his outstanding contributions to healthcare, leadership, and national development.

Professional Affiliations

Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN)
Founding Member – Ship Owners Association of Nigeria (SOAN)
Governing Board Member – Nigerian Chamber of Shipping
Trustee – Marine Equipment Owners Association of Nigeria (MEOLAN)

Thought Leadership & Personal Interests

A respected speaker on leadership, economic development, and maritime advancement, Dr. Membere-Otaji is also known for mentoring young professionals and entrepreneurs. Beyond business, he is a life coach, avid golfer, and a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International.

He is also co-author of the book Push Through The Wall… Way of Success.