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By Chukwuma Umeorah
Midwestern Oil & Gas has appointed Engr. Elozino Olaniyan as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2025. Her appointment marks the first time a woman will lead the company and comes as the firm strengthens its governance and executive leadership.
Olaniyan, a seasoned energy executive with more than 30 years of experience, previously served as GM Safety & Environment at Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, where she led reforms in operational efficiency and environmental management.
Speaking on her appointment, she said, “I am honoured to lead Midwestern at this pivotal stage. Our focus will be on operational discipline, transparency, and sustainable growth that benefits all stakeholders. Together with our strengthened leadership team, we are poised to deliver long-term value and play an even stronger role in Nigeria’s energy future.”
The company has recently reconstituted its Board of Directors, bringing in independent non-executive directors to improve oversight and accountability. It has also reorganised its executive team to include a new generation of energy professionals aimed at driving operational performance and innovation.
Commenting on the appointment, Board Chairman Engr. Emeka Okwuosa said, “Elozino’s leadership marks a defining moment in Midwestern’s evolution. She represents the new face of Nigerian energy leadership, technically grounded, strategically minded, and deeply committed to sustainability and people. The Board has full confidence in her ability to lead Midwestern through its next phase of growth, guided by our strengthened governance framework and a strong core of independent Non-Executive Directors.”
Midwestern, founded in 1999, operates upstream and midstream assets in the Niger Delta, including the Umusadege Field and gas processing infrastructure. The firm has emphasised local capacity building and environmental stewardship as central to its operations.
