Mrs. Talatu Ethan, mnipr
Director, Corporate Affairs Department,
Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON)
A Bachelor of Science degree holder in Microbiology of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Mrs. Ethan brings more than three decades of multiple leadership roles and expertise in Food Science and public engagement to the table.
Ethan also holds a Master of Technology degree in Microbiology from the Federal University of Technology, Minna.
She holds notable certifications, including ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Assessor, Food Safety Management System (FSMS) and Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) Lead Auditor
Expert in Standardization, Quality Assurance, Codex work, Food Safety, Food Fortification and vitamins/minerals analysis, Mrs. Ethan has made significant contributions to advancing public health initiatives in Nigeria and beyond.
Her distinguished career includes serving as SON’s Director for the North Central Region, Lagos Operations, and South-West Regional Operations, Head Micronutrients/Mycotoxins/Pesticide Residues Laboratory, Head Codex Contact Point for Nigeria, former Vice Chairperson National Fortification Alliance (NFA) where she demonstrated exceptional leadership.
Mrs. Ethan is also actively engaged in professional and scientific organisations.
- She is Vice-President, Mycotoxicology Society of Nigeria (MSN)
- Board Member, AOAC-Africa Section
- Member of the Global Micronutrients Forum
- Member of Institute of Public Analysts of Nigeria (IPAN),
.Member of Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST)
. Member of Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria
– Certified Food Scientist of Nigeria (CFSN)
– Member of Nigerian Institute of Public Relations
Mrs. Ethan enjoys reading, traveling, and conducting research. She is happily married and a proud mother of wonderful children.
