Beta Glass Plc, a leading glass container manufacturer in West and Central Africa, has announced the appointment of Boye Olusanya as the new chairman of its Board of Directors. The appointment, which took effect on 30 July, follows the departure of Vitus Ezinwa from the role.
Regulatory Filing Confirms Appointment
In a regulatory filing on Wednesday, the company confirmed the leadership change. Beta Glass also took the opportunity to commend Mr Ezinwa for his contributions and strategic guidance during his tenure.
“The Board expresses its sincere gratitude for his dedicated service and strategic guidance, which have been instrumental to the Company’s growth. The Board wishes him continued success in his future pursuits,” the company stated.
Olusanya’s Extensive Experience
Mr Olusanya, a non-executive director, brings over 25 years of executive leadership experience across multiple sectors, including fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), agriculture, telecommunications, technology, energy, infrastructure, and financial services.
Currently, he serves as the Group Chief Executive Officer of FMN Holdings Limited, where he is leading the transformation of the food and agro-industrial group into a vertically integrated, consumer-focused business. His previous roles include senior leadership positions at VMobile (formerly ECONET Wireless), Dancom Technologies, Dangote Industries, 9mobile, and Helios Investment Partners.
Other Leadership Roles
Beyond his corporate roles, Mr Olusanya has served as chairman of Axxela Limited and is the Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. He is also a member of the Presidential Food Systems Coordination Unit.
The company expressed confidence that Mr Olusanya’s experience will strengthen its corporate governance and support its long-term growth strategy.
“The Board expresses full confidence in Mr Boye Olusanya, his leadership, vision, and expertise, believing that under his guidance the Company will be directed toward new opportunities, strengthened governance, and sustainable growth,” the company said.
The appointment marks a significant milestone for Beta Glass as it seeks to achieve greater heights and deliver enhanced value to shareholders and stakeholders.
