The President of the Republic, His Excellency Paul BIYA signed four decrees on 24 July 2018 appointing top officials at the Institute of Agricultural Research for Development (IRAD), and the Cocoa Development Corporation (SODECAO).

Those appointed at the Institute of Agricultural Research for Development (IRAD) include:

-        Mr Nnanga Nga – Board Chairman;

-        Mr Ngome Ajebesone Francis Emmanuel – Deputy General Manager.

Meanwhile, the Cocoa Development Corporation (SODECAO) will be administered by the following personalities:

-        Mr Ngba Zacharie – Chairperson of the Board of Directors;

-        Mr Eko’o Akouafane Jean-Claude – General Manager;

-        Mr Enang James Enang – Deputy General Manager.