Savannah Energy Brings Ex-PwC Nigeria Boss and Top Lawyer on Board
Savannah Energy Plc, an Africa-focused British independent energy company, has appointed Uyi Akpata and Kehinde Olamide Ogunwumiju to its board.
The company announced the retirement of Sir Stephen O’Brien and David Clarkson from the Board, extending its thanks to both for “their dedication and service as Directors over the past eight years”.
Akpata, a former country senior partner for PwC Nigeria and Ogunwumiju, a senior advocate of Nigeria and managing partner at Afe Babalola & Co, were appointed as independent non-executive directors.
“Uyi and Kehinde bring significant experience in audit, finance and legal affairs, further strengthening the Board’s capabilities in these key areas. Upon joining the Board, Mr Akpata is expected to serve as Chair of the Audit Committee,” the company said.
Joseph Pagop Noupoué, Chairman of Savannah, said the changes form part of Savannah’s ongoing and dynamic Board succession planning process, which is designed to evolve in step with the Company’s strategic direction, operational priorities, and growth trajectory.
He said: “On behalf of the Board, I would like to wish Sir Stephen and David every success in the future. As part of our structured approach to Board renewal, their agreed retirement reflects the natural progression of our governance planning. That said, both have been highly valued colleagues whose insight, integrity, and presence around the Board table will be genuinely missed. We are delighted that both have agreed to take on ongoing consultancy roles, ensuring the Company can continue to benefit from their extensive experience and deep understanding of our business. We wish them every success in the future and thank them wholeheartedly for their service.
“I am also delighted to welcome Uyi and Kehinde as incoming Directors. Both are internationally respected professionals in their respective fields – finance and legal – and have proven track records supporting dynamic, high growth organisations. I believe their expertise will be instrumental as Savannah continues its growth trajectory across Africa.”
