The management of Tetra Pak West Africa has appointed its first ever Nigerian Managing Director, Oshiokamele Aruna.
Commenting on this, the appointee said, “My ambition is to reinforce Tetra Pak’s leadership in West Africa, and support our partners and customers in their respective projects. West Africa has a great development potential and I’m glad to become more involved in my native region.”
Also speaking on it, Tawfiq Agoumi, Communications Director North & West Africa, pointed out this appointment was a reflection of Mr Aruna’s impeccable pedigree and competence, and confirms the strategic importance of the Nigerian market, one of the most dynamic in the Middle East and Africa region.
Aruna, a graduate of Chemical Engineering is also a Chartered Accountant. He has attended various courses in top management schools including IMD in Switzerland. He has over 18 years’ work experience spanning various senior management roles including Tetra Pak West Africa, a company that he joined in 2005. His last position was Finance Director from 2011 until his recent appointment.