Seplat Energy Plc has announced a leadership transition at board level, with the incoming chairman set to take over in January 2027 as the company enters its “next phase of growth.”
The incoming chairman said, “I am honoured to succeed Senator Udoma as Chairman in January 2027 and to lead the Board through Seplat’s next phase of growth.” He added that “I firmly believe in the critical role indigenous resources play in the economic transformation of Nigeria and Africa, and Seplat’s culture of execution and governance aligns strongly with my own values.”
He paid tribute to outgoing leaders and outlined his priorities: “I thank Senator Udoma and Roger for their stewardship and look forward to delivering further value for shareholders.”
The statement also confirmed changes in executive leadership. “I also congratulate Mr. Okon on his appointment as Chief Executive Officer. His deep industry experience gives me great confidence that Seplat is well positioned for its next chapter of growth.”
Seplat, Nigeria’s leading indigenous energy company, has positioned the board and management changes as part of its long-term strategy to deepen local capacity in oil and gas while driving shareholder returns. The transition will take effect in January 2027, marking the end of Senator Udoma’s tenure as chairman.
Analysts say the appointments signal continuity in Seplat’s focus on governance and execution as it scales operations across Nigeria and the wider African energy sector.