From here:
A new Primate has emerged for the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) in the person of Archbishop Nicholas Orogodo Okoh. (57 this November ) He is presently the Archbishop of Bendel Province and bishop of Asaba.
The news of his election was announced today 15th September, 2009 by the Dean of the Church of Nigeria, Most Rev. Maxwell Anikwenwa immediately after the election by the Episcopal Synod held in Umuahia, Abia State.
He will be installed next year when Abp. Akinola steps down.
Update: Here is reaction from GAFCON:
GAFCON/FCA welcomes new Primate of Nigeria
Media Statement 16/9/09Archbishop Nicholas Orogodo Okoh has been elected as the Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).
The news of his election was announced after Episcopal Synod held on 15th September, 2009.
56 year old Archbishop Okoh is currently the Archbishop of Bendel Province and bishop of Asaba.
Archbishop Dr Peter Jensen, general secretary of the Fellowship of Confessing Anglicans (FCA) welcomed the news “Nicholas Okoh was present at the foundation of GAFCON and has played a leading part in the movement. Archbishop Okoh has made a significant contribution as the Chairman of the Theological Resource group. He is an able and committed Christian leader and we warmly welcome his appointment.”
Kudos to the Primate Elect of the Church of Nigeria; Most Rev. Nocholas Okoh. More Grace to pilot the affairs of the Church of Nigeria comes next year.