Nigerian businessman and one of Africas most influential business leaders, Tony Elumelu, has been appointed a non-executive director of Seplat Energy Plc, the countrys most valuable publicly listed energy company, deepening his involvement in Nigerias oil and gas industry at a time when ownership and control of major assets are steadily shifting to local investors.
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Seplat, in its latest corporate announcement , said the appointment takes effect from Jan. 22, 2026. The company described Elumelu as a distinguished African investor and philanthropist and said his experience would strengthen board oversight as Seplat pursues growth while navigating Nigerias evolving energy market.
