Uzo Oshogwe Appointed As New MD/CEO Of Transcorp Hotels, Replaces Dupe Olusola

Transcorp Hotels Plc has named Uzo Oshogwe as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, with her tenure beginning on January 1, 2025.

Uzo Oshogwe, who is currently the MD/CEO of Afriland Properties Ltd, will take over from Dupe Olusola following the latter’s recent departure from the role.

In a statement submitted to the Nigeria Exchange Limited on Monday, December 16, Transcorp Hotels highlighted Oshogwe’s impressive background.

She brings over three decades of professional expertise in management, investment, and corporate leadership, with a career that includes key positions at organisations such as United Bank for Africa Plc and Accenture UK.

Oshogwe’s academic credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Ambrose Alli University, Edo State, a Master’s degree in Information Systems Design from the University of Westminster, London, and a certification in Real Estate Management from Harvard Business School, USA.

As the incoming MD/CEO of Transcorp Hotels, Oshogwe will steer the company into its next phase of development, continuing to build on the progress made under Dupe Olusola’s leadership.

Emmanuel Nnorom, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Transcorp Hotels, expressed confidence in her appointment.

He said, “Uzo Oshogwe’s exceptional leadership skills and extensive experience in driving organisational growth make her the right person to continue building on Dupe Olusola’s remarkable achievements at Transcorp Hotels Plc.

“Her expertise aligns perfectly with our vision to create value and deliver excellence in the hospitality industry.”

KanyiDaily recalls that Nigerian businessman, Femi Otedola recently sold his stake in the Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (Transcorp) to Chairman Tony Elumelu.