Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading sub-Saharan Africa building materials company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Gbenga Oyebode MFR as the new Chairman of its Board of Directors.
This strategic appointment underscores Lafarge’s commitment to excellence in corporate governance and leadership.
As co-founder of ALN – Aluko & Oyebode Nigeria, one of Nigeria’s largest integrated law firms, Mr. Oyebode has established himself as a titan in the legal profession.
His impressive educational background includes an LL.B (Honours) from the University of Ife and an LL.M from the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Mr. Oyebode’s expertise and leadership have been recognised at the highest levels, culminating in his conferment with the Member of the Order of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (MFR) in 2000.
Mr. Oyebode’s appointment to Lafarge Africa’s Board is expected to leverage his extensive experience serving on the boards of notable organisations.
His current roles include Chairman of Nestle Nigeria Plc, Okomu Oil Palm Company Plc, and CFAO Nigeria. He previously served as Chairman of Access Bank from 2005 to 2015 and was a board member of MTN Nigeria Plc from 2001 to 2019.
On the international stage, Mr. Oyebode serves as a trustee of the Ford Foundation New York, further demonstrating his global influence and commitment to social responsibility.
Lafarge Africa Plc is confident that Mr. Oyebode’s appointment will usher in a new era of strategic growth and corporate excellence. His unparalleled experience in navigating complex business environments and his commitment to best practices in corporate governance align perfectly with Lafarge’s vision for the future.
This appointment reaffirms Lafarge Africa’s position as a leader in the building materials sector and its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of corporate leadership.
About Lafarge Africa Plc:
Lafarge Africa Plc, a sub-Saharan Africa building materials company, is a member of Holcim Group. With a presence in Nigeria and South Africa, Lafarge Africa is contributing solutions to urbanization and economic growth in Africa.
