Unilever Nigeria Appoints Femi-Okunbanjo

Unilever — Unilever Nigeria announced the appointment of Modupe Femi-Okunbanjo as an Executive Director, effective June 30, 2026. This follows the resignation of Ibrahim Sodipe from the board on the same date. Modupe Femi-Okunbanjo, who previously served as Financial Controller for Nigeria and Regional Controls Lead for West Africa at Unilever — Unilever Nigeria, brings over 15 years of experience in financial governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management from the fast-moving consumer goods and telecommunications sectors. Her appointment is expected to enhance the company's strategic direction, operational oversight, and financial performance, building on her reputation for strengthening governance frameworks and driving sustainable growth. The company expressed confidence in her ability to contribute to its continued success, especially given its strong financial performance in the previous year.