Newly announced CEO of Nation Media Group: Geoffrey Odundo, who previously held a position at the NSE.
Scoop: New Boss at East Africa's Media Titan, Nation Media Group!
📢 Breaking News:️⏰
East Africa's media powerhouse, Nation Media Group (NMG), has shaken things up! On March 10, 2025, they announced Geoffrey Odundo as their fresh face to lead the crew as Group Managing Director and CEO. Dr. Wilfred Kiboro, the NMG Board Chairman, made the announcement, with Odundo stepping into the role on April 7, 2025, replacing interim CEO, Richard Tobiko.
🏦 The Financier Turned Media Maestro:️🤔
Odundo boasts a sterling track record, having served as the CEO of the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) from 2015 to 2024. During his impressive tenure, he piloted forward-thinking initiatives, such as launching Eastern Africa's first derivatives market, and fueling significant investment product growth.
- Geoffrey Odundo, the new Group Managing Director and CEO of Nation Media Group (NMG), will bring his extensive experience in digital finance and business leadership to the media industry.
- Under Odundo's leadership, Nation Media Group (NMG) is poised to scale up its digital business investments, leveraging his knowledge from his previous role as CEO of the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE).
- As the East Africa's media market grows exponentially, the appointment of Odundo is expected to enhance the group's logistics and operational efficiency, giving them a competitive edge over rival media organizations.
- Odundo's background in finance and business management will be instrumental in securing strategic partnerships and attracting top talents for Nation Media Group (NMG), thereby driving the business forward.
- With Geoffrey Odundo taking over as Group Managing Director and CEO, Nation Media Group (NMG) aims to create new opportunities in Africa's media sector, opening doors for exciting careers in media and business management.
