A big change at MultiChoice Nigeria as Kemi Omotosho was announced that as the new Chief Executive Officer, taking the reins in January 2026. She’s stepping into some big shoes, as she will be succeeding John Ugbe.
Ugbe is retiring after almost fifteen years at the top. The company made a statement on Tuesday, sharing that Ugbe decided to step down. During his time as CEO, he guided MultiChoice Nigeria through some serious changes in the media world and the Nigerian market. He’s also credited with making the company stronger and more able to weather storms in the long run, building a solid base for the future.
So, who is Kemi Omotosho, the incoming CEO? Well, MultiChoice is betting she’s the right person to lead them forward. It sounds like she’ll have a bit of time to prepare and work with Ugbe before officially taking over in 2026. It will be interesting to see what her vision is for the company and what new directions she might take MultiChoice Nigeria in. The media landscape is constantly changing, so having a strong leader is key.
