SON Strengthens Communication Team with Appointment of Mrs. Talatu K.Ethan

SON Strengthens Communication Team with Appointment of Mrs. Talatu K.Ethan

By Prince Benson Davies

The management of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has appointed Mrs. Talatu Ethan as the organization’s new Director of Public Relations. This appointment is part of SON’s efforts to enhance its communication strategy and engage more effectively with its stakeholders.

A distinguished alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Mrs. Ethan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology. She also possesses a Master’s degree in microbiology from the Federal University of Technology, Minna. With a career spanning over two decades, Mrs. Ethan has accumulated extensive experience in leadership, food science, and public engagement.”

Mrs. Ethan’s illustrious career includes holding directorship positions in multiple regional offices, including the North Central Region, Lagos operational zone, and South-West Regional operations. Throughout her tenure, she showcased outstanding leadership skills, driving success in each region. With comprehensive expertise in standardization and quality control, Mrs. Ethan has established herself as a seasoned professional in her field.

Ethan holds notable certifications, including ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Assessor, Food Safety Management System (FSMS), Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) Lead Auditor, and Certified Food Scientist of Nigeria.

As a national expert in food fortification and vitamin/mineral analysis, she has significantly contributed to advancing public health initiatives in Nigeria and beyond. She is adept at creating awareness on food safety and has engaged in several sensitization campaigns to support Nigeria’s non-oil sector.

She is well-versed in quality management systems, the Food Safety Management System, audits, and process optimisation, resulting in improved efficiency and product reliability. She excels in fostering continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

She possesses significant expertise in laboratory analyses, specialising in vitamins, minerals, mycotoxins, and pesticide residue testing. Her experience spans beyond operating advanced analytical instruments, conducting precise experiments, and interpreting complex data.

She has excelled in adhering to strict quality control protocols, ensuring accurate results, and contributing to research and development, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. Also, she is actively engaged in professional and scientific organisations.

Mrs. Ethan is Vice President, Mycotoxicology Society of Nigeria (MSN).
Board Member, AOAC-Africa Section, Global Micronutrients Forum Member, Institute of Public Analysts of Nigeria (IPAN), and Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST).

Her dedication to research and continuous learning has seen her participate in numerous training programs globally. Her extensive background in regulatory standards and public service positions distinguishes her as a strategic leader capable of advancing the Standards Organisation of Nigeria’s public relations initiatives while fostering trust and collaboration with stakeholders.

Her wealth of expertise and her commitment to excellence will be invaluable in strengthening SON’s public relations efforts and enhancing its stakeholder engagements.

Mrs. Ethan enjoys reading, traveling, and conducting research. Happily married with children.

Mrs. Ethan takes over from Mrs. Foluso Bolaji, who has been redeployed as the Director of Human Resources.