Segun Ogunsanya has been appointed CEO of Airtel Nigeria, effective from 26 November.
Ogunsanya will report to Manoj Kohli, CEO (International) and joint MD at parent company Bharti Airtel, according to a statement from the telco.
He succeeds Rajan…
Segun Ogunsanya has been appointed CEO of Airtel Nigeria, effective from 26 November.
Ogunsanya will report to Manoj Kohli, CEO (International) and joint MD at parent company Bharti Airtel, according to a statement from the telco.
He succeeds Rajan Swaroop who had been in the role for two years.
The new CEO has over 24 years of industry experience, including his last role as MD and CEO of Nigerian Bottling Company.
“I am delighted to have Segun on board and am confident that his rich and diverse experience will add immense value to our operations in Nigeria,” said Kohli about the appointment.
“Segun’s appointment underlines Bharti Airtel’s commitment to promoting African talent and building a world-class leadership team. I wish him the very best in his new role and would also thank Rajan for his immense contribution to Airtel Nigeria.”
Departing CEO Swaroop will be appointed as non-executive director on the board of Airtel Nigeria and will continue to work closely with the team.
