Ghana: Jumia appoints Temidayo Ojo as new Ghana CEO

A leading e-commerce platform in Africa, Jumia has appointed Temidayo Ojo as Ghana’s new Chief Executive Officer.

He takes over the leadership mantle from former CEO, Sunil Natraj who is taking up a new role as the CEO of Jumia Nigeria.

“I am honoured and thrilled to take on the role of CEO at Jumia Ghana. Having been part of this incredible journey at Jumia, I have witnessed firsthand the remarkable potential and unwavering dedication of our team.

“My commitment is steadfast—to steer Jumia Ghana towards continued growth, expanding our market reach, and ensuring that every customer experience is nothing short of exceptional.

Our focus remains on innovation, seamless service delivery, and fostering strong partnerships that will elevate not only our platform but also the e-commerce landscape in Ghana,” said Temidayo Ojo upon his appointment.

Temidayo is an adept leader with over a decade of experience spanning project management, commercial sales, and business strategy.

He joined Jumia in 2020, as the Head of Planning and Performance before moving on to become the Chief Commercial Officer in Ghana and has honed his expertise in crafting and executing transformative strategies within the e-commerce, retail, and consumer goods sectors.

His career trajectory showcases a stellar journey – pioneering e-commerce strategies, optimising financial performance, and spearheading large-scale commercial transformations.

Temidayo Ojo holds an MBA in Finance, Strategy and Consulting from IESE Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Lagos.

He looks forward to fostering growth within Jumia’s operations in Ghana while collaborating closely with all stakeholders to ensure partner development and consumer satisfaction as the company charts towards profitability.