Energia Appoints Oladimeji Bashorun as New CEO After Chidi Egonu Exit

Energia Limited has appointed Oladimeji Bashorun as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Chidi Egonu. The announcement follows Bashorun’s tenure as Chief Operating Officer, during which he played a central role in shaping the company’s operational strategy and supporting its long-term growth. Bashorun brings over two decades of experience in the oil and gas sector. His career includes senior technical and leadership positions at Shell Petroleum Development Company and Sahara Upstream, where he contributed to asset management, operational leadership, and performance improvement initiatives. His appointment reflects Energia’s focus on deepening industry expertise at the executive level. In a statement, George Osahon, Chairman of Energia, praised Bashorun’s leadership and industry knowledge, noting his commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth. “The Board is confident that under his leadership, the company will continue to strengthen its position as a key player in the industry while delivering sustained value to stakeholders,” Osahon said. Bashorun expressed his commitment to advancing Energia’s goals, emphasising operational excellence, responsible energy development, and value creation. He highlighted the importance of working closely with the company’s talented team to build on past achievements. Energia, a prominent player in Nigeria’s energy sector, has stated that under Bashorun’s leadership it will continue to focus on enhancing operational performance, pursuing strategic opportunities, and contributing to the country’s energy security. The company also reiterated its commitment to environmental stewardship and community development. The leadership change comes at a time of growing attention on Nigeria’s energy sector, including major infrastructure projects such as the proposed $25 billion Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline. Energia’s continued emphasis on operational efficiency and strategic growth positions it to play a significant role in the evolving energy landscape.