Reckitt Nigeria (Reckitt Benckiser Nigeria Limited) has appointed Mrs. Toyin Ojora Saraki and Prince Abimbola Olashore as Independent Non-Executive Directors.
The appointment is to further strengthen the company’s Board to continually advance its strategic priorities across Nigeria.
The appointments follow the passing of the company’s Board Chairman, the late Chief Michael Olumuyiwa Falomo, whose leadership and stewardship contributed significantly to the growth and governance of Reckitt Nigeria over several decades. The company acknowledges his enduring legacy and service to the organization.
Mrs Toyin Ojora Saraki is the Founder-President of The Wellbeing Foundation Africa and a globally recognized advocate for women’s and children’s health, with over two decades of leadership spanning maternal, newborn, and child health, gender equity, and community wellbeing. She serves as Inaugural Global Health Ambassador for the WHO Foundation and holds advisory and leadership roles across global institutions including the World Health Organization, World Economic Forum, AstraZeneca Global Breast Cancer Care Council, and Bayer Sustainability Council. Her extensive experience in public health, sustainability, and development brings valuable insight to the Board as Reckitt continues its mission to protect, heal, and nurture communities.
Commenting on the appointments, Akbar Ali-Shah, Managing Director, Reckitt West Africa said, “We are pleased to welcome Her Excellency, Mrs Toyin Ojora Saraki and Prince Abimbola Olashore to the Board of Reckitt Nigeria. Their diverse experience and perspectives will further strengthen the Board and support the company’s continued focus on sustainable growth, innovation and positive impact across Nigeria.”
The appointments further reinforce Reckitt Nigeria’s governance framework while bringing additional expertise to support the company’s long-term strategic ambitions.
