…Omotosho will now lead MultiChoice Nigeria’s strategy, operations, and stakeholder engagement,
ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | MultiChoice Nigeria, a Canal+ company, has announced a leadership transition following the retirement of Chief Executive Officer John Ugbe. He will be succeeded by Kemi Omotosho, who will assume the role of CEO, Nigeria, effective January 2026.
Ugbe steps down after nearly 15 years at the company’s helm, during which he guided MultiChoice through major industry and market shifts, strengthening its operational foundations and long-term resilience.
Omotosho brings more than two decades of leadership experience across media, telecommunications, and digital businesses in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. She has held several senior positions within the MultiChoice Group, including Executive Head of Customer Value Management in Nigeria and Group Executive Head of Customer Value Management for the Rest of Africa, overseeing functional leadership across more than 50 markets.
Most recently, she served as Regional Director for Southern Africa, managing a seven-country portfolio with full P&L responsibility.
With a proven track record of leading complex organisations, driving disciplined growth, and building high-performing teams, Omotosho will now lead MultiChoice Nigeria’s strategy, operations, and stakeholder engagement, building on the foundations laid by her predecessor.
Commenting on her appointment, Omotosho said, “It is a privilege to be entrusted with the leadership of MultiChoice Nigeria at this important moment.
“Nigeria remains one of the Group’s most strategic and dynamic markets. I look forward to working with our teams and partners to deepen our connection with consumers, champion local storytelling and the creative economy, and build a future-ready organisation that delivers sustainable value.”
The company emphasized that Ugbe’s retirement and Omotosho’s appointment were part of a structured, orderly transition designed to ensure continuity and stability.
