By Seun Ibiyemi
Conoil Plc has announced the resignation of its Company Secretary, Mr. David Lanre-Leke, effective September 8, 2025.
In a notice issued to shareholders, the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), and the investing public, the company confirmed the development and expressed appreciation to Lanre-Leke for his services during his tenure.
“The Board and Management of the Company express their appreciation to Mr. David Lanre-Leke for his services to the Company during his tenure,” the statement read.
The company further announced the appointment of Mr. Bolaji Owolabi as Acting Company Secretary with effect from November 12, 2025, pending the appointment of a substantive Company Secretary.
Owolabi was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1999. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from Lagos State University and a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree from University of Lagos. He is also an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACI (Arb.) UK).
Before joining Globacom Limited in 2003, Owolabi practiced law at Dapo Abudu & Co. and Prof. I. O. Smith (SAN) Chambers. He brings over 20 years of corporate experience in the telecommunications industry, with expertise in commercial legal drafting and corporate legal practice.
The notice was issued by order of the Board and signed by the Finance Director, Mr. Ismail Salam.
