MultiChoice Nigeria, a Canal+ company, has announced the appointment of Kemi Omotosho as its new Chief Executive Officer. Her appointment takes effect from January 2026.
Omotosho succeeds John Ugbe, who is set to retire after nearly 15 years at the helm of the company. During his tenure, Ugbe led MultiChoice Nigeria through significant industry and market shifts, including rapid digital transformation, changing consumer behaviour, and increased competition in the pay-TV and streaming space. According to the company, the leadership transition is part of a structured succession process designed to ensure continuity and long-term stability.
Ugbe’s leadership period was marked by efforts to strengthen operational foundations and position the company for long-term resilience within Nigeria’s evolving media landscape.
Omotosho brings over 20 years of leadership experience across media, telecommunications, and digital services in Nigeria and other Sub-Saharan African markets. She joined the MultiChoice Group in 2014 and has held several senior leadership roles, 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 functional leadership across more than 50 markets.
She also previously served as Regional Director for Southern Africa, overseeing operations and strategy across seven countries.
Speaking on her appointment, Omotosho described the role as both a privilege and a responsibility.
“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,” she said.
MultiChoice Nigeria is the country’s largest pay-TV operator and a major player in the African media and entertainment ecosystem.
