Reckitt Appoints Ujunwa Chukwumah as General Manager, West Africa

Reckitt, a multinational health and hygiene company, has announced the appointment of Ujunwa Chukwumah as General Manager for its West Africa operations, starting on September 15, 2026. Ms. Chukwumah brings an impressive 19 years of experience in commercial strategy, business transformation, market development, and team leadership across Africa.

She is the first Nigerian and female to hold this position in the region. Prior to joining Reckitt, Ms. Chukwumah held senior leadership roles at Diageo and Procter & Gamble, most recently serving as Commercial Director for West and Central Africa at Diageo. Her career highlights include leading businesses across various African markets, developing teams, and forging relationships with customers and partners.

In her new role, Ms. Chukwum will oversee Reckitt's West Africa business, focusing on driving commercial performance, sustainable growth, and building organizational capabilities to meet consumers' evolving needs. Ms. Chukwum expressed her excitement about joining Reckitt and stated that she is eager to contribute to the company's mission of improving health and well-being in West African markets.

Her appointment underscores Reckitt's commitment to strong leadership and its ambition to expand its presence in Nigeria, Ghana, Cote D'Ivoire, and other West African markets.