Energia Limited Promotes Oladimeji Bashorun to Chief Executive Officer Position Following Leadership Transition

Energia Limited appoints former COO Oladimeji Bashorun as CEO to drive growth and operational excellence in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 15, 2026, 4:03 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from LEADERSHIP

Strategic Leadership Change at Energia Limited

Energia Limited, a prominent independent oil and gas firm, has finalized its executive transition by appointing Oladimeji Bashorun as the new Chief Executive Officer. This move follows the departure of the former head, Chidi Egonu, and marks a new chapter for the organization as it seeks to expand its footprint in the energy sector. Bashorun is not a newcomer to the firm, having served as the Chief Operating Officer where he was responsible for overseeing day to day activities and driving internal growth strategies. According to company officials, this internal promotion is designed to ensure stability while maintaining the momentum of its current development projects.

A Career Defined by Technical and Operational Expertise

The new chief executive enters the role with a professional background spanning more than two decades in the demanding oil and gas industry. Prior to his tenure at Energia, Bashorun held various technical and leadership positions at Shell Petroleum Development Company, a major global player, and later at Sahara Upstream. His experience in asset management and operational stability has been cited as a key factor in his selection for the top post. According to market analysts, his deep understanding of both the technical requirements and the administrative challenges of the energy field positions him to navigate the complexities of the Nigerian energy landscape effectively.

Board Confidence in Continued Institutional Growth

The Chairman of Energia, George Osahon, expressed strong support for the appointment, highlighting Bashorun’s track record of excellence during his time as the second in command. Osahon noted that the new CEO’s commitment to strategic growth has already been instrumental in the company’s recent progress. According to the board, there is high confidence that under this new leadership, the firm will strengthen its market position and continue to deliver significant value to its diverse group of stakeholders. This endorsement underscores the board's belief that Bashorun is the right leader to guide the company through its next phase of industrial expansion.