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AFG has appointed Shiekuma Gemade as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), a move the company says will strengthen its executive leadership and operational capacity.
The appointment, announced on Monday in Lagos, reflects AFG’s ongoing efforts to drive organizational transformation and position itself for sustained growth in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Gemade will oversee day-to-day operations and play a key role in implementing the company’s strategic priorities across its various business units.
According to AFG’s management, Gemade brings over 20 years of leadership experience spanning project execution, corporate governance, and operational management. His proven record in driving efficiency and aligning business functions with growth objectives was cited as a major factor in his selection.
Company insiders note that the leadership transition is part of AFG’s broader plan to build a dynamic management team capable of delivering consistent value to stakeholders. The new COO is expected to accelerate process optimization, foster innovation, and enhance service delivery.
In his remarks following the announcement, Gemade expressed his commitment to deepening collaboration across teams and advancing AFG’s mission to deliver sustainable solutions in key markets. “This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to AFG’s continued success and expansion,” he said.
Industry analysts view the appointment as a strategic move designed to consolidate AFG’s operational stability and position it competitively within Nigeria’s evolving business landscape. With Gemade’s track record in operational leadership, the company appears poised to sustain its growth momentum and strengthen its market presence.
AFG stated that the appointment takes immediate effect as part of its new phase of executive restructuring and innovation-driven performance strategy.
The appointment, announced on Monday in Lagos, reflects AFG’s ongoing efforts to drive organizational transformation and position itself for sustained growth in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Gemade will oversee day-to-day operations and play a key role in implementing the company’s strategic priorities across its various business units.
According to AFG’s management, Gemade brings over 20 years of leadership experience spanning project execution, corporate governance, and operational management. His proven record in driving efficiency and aligning business functions with growth objectives was cited as a major factor in his selection.
Company insiders note that the leadership transition is part of AFG’s broader plan to build a dynamic management team capable of delivering consistent value to stakeholders. The new COO is expected to accelerate process optimization, foster innovation, and enhance service delivery.
In his remarks following the announcement, Gemade expressed his commitment to deepening collaboration across teams and advancing AFG’s mission to deliver sustainable solutions in key markets. “This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to AFG’s continued success and expansion,” he said.
Industry analysts view the appointment as a strategic move designed to consolidate AFG’s operational stability and position it competitively within Nigeria’s evolving business landscape. With Gemade’s track record in operational leadership, the company appears poised to sustain its growth momentum and strengthen its market presence.
AFG stated that the appointment takes immediate effect as part of its new phase of executive restructuring and innovation-driven performance strategy.