NGChampion Breweries Plc has appointed Malolan Sampath as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September. The appointment was announced by the company's Chairman, Imo-Abasi Jacob, on behalf of the Board of Directors. This follows the resignation of Inalegwu Adoga, who had been serving as MD/CEO. The company stated that Sampath's extensive experience in manufacturing, commercial execution, and leadership across various markets will aid in advancing the company's goals and strengthening its market position. Sampath has over 26 years of leadership experience in the beverage, consumer goods, and manufacturing industries, having held roles such as Managing Director of Unique Beverages in Angola and Sales and Marketing Director for a PepsiCo bottling franchise. He previously worked at NPK Joint Venture and Indorama Eleme Fertilisers in Nigeria before joining Champion Breweries.
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