Posted on 14th May
Coun Christopher Adegoke has been appointed chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council, taking over from Coun Jan Goold.
“I’m privileged and honoured to hold this prestigious position, and I’m very much looking forward to travelling the length and breadth of Nottinghamshire meeting residents, staff, organisations, charities, and businesses, who all have a great love and affection for this wonderful county,” he said.
Coun Adegoke is the council’s first black chairman, a fact he and his family are extremely proud of.
“My wife Imah and two children are very proud that I’ve been appointed the first minority chairman at the county council. I got into politics because I want to help people in my community and be a voice for all residents,” he said.
“I hope to bring fresh ideas to the role, and I’m excited what the next 12 months will bring both as chairman and in my divisional work in Hucknall.”
Coun Adegoke brings more than 25 years of experience across international education, public administration, and community leadership.
He has overseen the welfare and supervision of more than 400 Government-sponsored international students, ensuring high standards in accommodation, safeguarding, transport, and pastoral care.
“Those who know me well would describe me as approachable, principled, and fair – and I hope those qualities are strongly reflected to the people from across Nottinghamshire during my year as Chairman,” he added.
The chairman’s chosen charity for 2026/27 is When You Make a Wish Upon a Star, a Nottingham-based charity that is devoted to granting wishes for children living with life-threatening illnesses.
Founded in 1990 by Barbara White, it has granted more than 18,000 wishes across the UK.
Amy Buxton, head of income generation, at When You Wish Upon a Star, said: “We are absolutely thrilled and honoured to have been chosen. We’re really looking forward to building a strong partnership together over the coming year and working alongside the council and local community to make a difference.
“This partnership will make a truly life-changing difference to the children and families we support through When You Wish Upon a Star.
“Every donation and fundraising effort will help grant magical wishes for children living with life-threatening and terminal illnesses, creating precious memories and moments of joy when they are needed most.
“The support from Nottinghamshire County Council will have a lasting impact on the families we support, and we are deeply grateful for their kindness and commitment.”
