MultiChoice Nigeria has announced a leadership change, with Chief Executive Officer John Ugbe set to retire and Kemi Omotosho appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2026.
The company said the transition follows a structured succession plan aimed at ensuring continuity in leadership and operations. Ugbe is stepping down after nearly 15 years at the helm, a tenure during which MultiChoice Nigeria navigated shifts in consumer behaviour, technology, and regulation within the pay-TV and broader media sector.
Under Ugbe’s leadership, the company strengthened its operational framework and positioned itself to adapt to evolving market dynamics. MultiChoice described his departure as a planned retirement rather than an unexpected exit.
Omotosho brings over two decades of leadership experience spanning media, telecommunications, and digital services across Nigeria and other Sub-Saharan African markets. She previously served as Executive Head of Customer Value Management in Nigeria and later as Group Executive Head of Customer Value Management for Rest of Africa, overseeing operations in more than 50 markets. Most recently, she was Regional Director for Southern Africa, managing full profit and loss responsibility across seven countries.
In her new role, Omotosho will oversee MultiChoice Nigeria’s strategy, daily operations, and engagement with regulators, partners, and stakeholders. Speaking on her appointment, she 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 relationship with consumers, champion local storytelling and the creative economy, and build a future-ready organisation that delivers sustainable value.”
MultiChoice confirmed that the handover between Ugbe and Omotosho will take place in an orderly manner ahead of the January 2026 effective date, ensuring knowledge transfer and operational stability as the company continues its activities in the Nigerian market.
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