Jumia has appointed Temidayo Ojo as the new Chief Executive Officer of Jumia Nigeria, succeeding Sunil Natraj.

The appointment of Ojo is expected to boost Jumia’s operation in Nigeria and regionally.

Jumia in an announcement, yesterday, said Ojo’s appointment was a testament to its commitment to developing talents from within the organisation and empowering home-grown leaders to drive relevance, innovation, and sustainable growth in its markets.

According to the firm, Ojo brings a deep understanding of the local business landscape and a strong track record of performance across West Africa.

He joined Jumia in 2020 as Head of Planning and Performance, quickly rising through the ranks to become Chief Commercial Officer and then CEO of Jumia Ghana. His leadership in Ghana was instrumental in driving the business to record-breaking growth levels while building a strong and positive culture within the team.

Ojo said: “I am deeply honoured to be entrusted with the leadership of Jumia Nigeria, a market that holds immense potential and strategic importance. As someone who grew up in Nigeria and understands the unique needs of our customers and partners, this role is deeply personal to me. I look forward to working with our amazing team to drive greater impact, deepen customer trust, and take our business to new heights.”

The new Jumia boss holds an MBA in Finance, Strategy & Consulting from IESE Business School and a bachelor’s degree in electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Lagos.

Commenting, CEO of Jumia, Francis Dufay, said: “I am excited to welcome Temidayo to this new role. His leadership in Ghana has shown what is possible when a strong team shares a clear vision. His energy, values, and business acumen make him the right person to lead Jumia Nigeria into its next chapter.

“I equally thank Sunil for his contribution to Jumia, particularly in leading the turnaround of our largest operation. We’re grateful for his leadership and wish him the very best.”