MultiChoice Nigeria, a subsidiary of Canal+, has announced a major leadership transition following the retirement of its Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, after nearly 15 years in the role.
Ugbe, who has led the company through a period of significant transformation in Nigeria’s pay-TV and media landscape, is stepping down after a long and distinguished tenure marked by operational restructuring, market adaptation and long-term business sustainability. Under his leadership, MultiChoice Nigeria strengthened its foundations amid evolving consumer behaviour, technological shifts and increasing industry competition.
He will be succeeded by Kemi Omotosho, who is set to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria, effective January 2026.
Omotosho brings over two decades of leadership experience spanning media, telecommunications and digital sectors across 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, where she provided strategic leadership across more than 50 markets.
Her most recent role was Regional Director for Southern Africa, where she oversaw a seven-country portfolio with full profit and loss responsibility.
With a strong track record in managing complex organisations, driving sustainable growth and building high-performing teams, Omotosho will be responsible for steering MultiChoice Nigeria’s strategic direction, overseeing operations and strengthening stakeholder relationships, while building on the legacy established by Ugbe.
Reacting to her appointment, Omotosho described the opportunity as a privilege, noting the strategic importance of Nigeria to the Group.
“Nigeria remains one of the Group’s most strategic and dynamic markets. I look forward to working closely with our teams and partners to strengthen our connection with consumers, promote local storytelling and support the creative economy, while building a future-ready organisation that delivers sustainable value,” she said.
The company said the leadership change followed a carefully planned and structured succession process, aimed at ensuring continuity, stability and long-term growth of the business.
MultiChoice Nigeria Announces CEO Transition as John Ugbe Retires, Kemi Omotosho Appointed Successor
