Unilever Nigeria has announced the appointment of Modupe Femi-Okunbanjo as an executive director, effective June 30, 2026.
The announcement follows the resignation of Ibrahim Sodipe, former executive director, from the board, as contained in a notice sent to Nigeria Exchange Limited.
Femi-Okunbanjo currently serves as financial controller for Nigeria and regional controls lead for West Africa at Unilever Nigeria Plc. In this role, she is responsible for financial governance, regulatory compliance, enterprise risk management, and driving financial discipline across the region.
A chartered accountant with over 15 years of experience in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and telecommunications sectors,she began her career at KPMG, where she gained a strong foundation in audit, financial reporting, and internal controls. She has since built a distinguished reputation for steering finance teams, shaping strategic initiatives, and strengthening risk management frameworks.
She is noted for promoting ethical leadership and data-driven decision-making, while elevating financial reporting standards, audit excellence, and overall governance structures to drive sustainable growth and long-term value creation. Related News Top 10 least developed countries in the world Let's unite to win Edo South senatorial election, PDP candidate appeals Eno receives first batch of CNG buses to boost inter-city transport
