FrieslandCampina WAMCO gets new MD

Roger Adou has been appointed Managing Director of FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC with effect from January 1, 2024.

He will report to Ali Khan, President, Middle East, Pakistan and Africa Business Group (MEPA), and will be based in Lagos, Nigeria.

He succeeds Ben Langat who left the company recently after almost seven years in FrieslandCampina, a statement by Executive Director, Corporate, Ore Famurewa said.

Roger Adou joined FrieslandCampina in 2019. Before his new appointment as Managing Director of FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC, he was the Regional Director for FrieslandCampina West Africa, overseeing a region comprising 18 countries in West & Central Africa, spanning Senegal to the Republic of Congo (Congo Brazzaville).

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With over 21 years of experience in the FMCG industry in Africa, Adou is a seasoned business leader adept at managing multicultural and diverse teams.

Prior to FrieslandCampina, he amassed extensive experience in the beverage industry, having worked with The Coca-Cola Company and the Castel Group, a prominent beverage company and a bottling company for major brands including Coca-Cola, Diageo, Heineken and Suntory, listed in many markets with operations in 21 African Countries.

Passionate about Africa’s success, Adou has worked in several countries, including Mali, Niger, Senegal, Benin, Togo, and Cote d’Ivoire.

“We warmly welcome Roger Adou and wish him huge success in his new role”, said Mr. Moyo Ajekigbe, Chairman Board of Directors, FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC.

“We are confident his strategic vision and industry expertise will drive growth and continued success for the Company. We express our appreciation to Ben Langat for his contributions and wish him the very best in the next phase of his career.”

Commenting on his appointment, Roger expressed enthusiasm about the challenges and opportunities ahead, saying, “I am truly honored and excited about leading the Company to attain new heights of success and eagerly anticipate the journey ahead.”

With a commitment to excellence, I look forward to steering the Company as we continue to nourish Nigerians with high-quality and affordable dairy nutrition, now and in the future.”