Diageo, a global powerhouse in premium alcoholic beverages and the parent company of iconic brands such as Guinness, Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Baileys, and Captain Morgan, has announced the appointment of Godfrey Adejumoh as Head of Corporate Relations for West and Central Africa.
With over 15 years of experience spanning top-tier multinationals like Unilever, MTN, and Diageo itself, Adejumoh brings an extensive track record in policy advocacy, strategic corporate communications, stakeholder engagement, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainable business development.
In this new leadership role, Adejumoh will be responsible for shaping Diageo’s public policy agenda and managing its external relations strategy across key markets in the West and Central Africa region. His focus will be on deepening the company’s engagement with governments, regulators, industry partners, and communities to support a favorable operating environment and advance Diageo’s mission of celebrating life every day, everywhere.
His work will be instrumental in aligning the company’s operations with broader socioeconomic priorities, including sustainability, inclusion, responsible drinking advocacy, and economic empowerment initiatives.
Diageo, headquartered in London and operating in more than 180 countries, is listed on both the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. In Africa, the company has a significant presence through a number of subsidiaries and partnerships, including Guinness Nigeria, East African Breweries Limited (EABL), and Meta Abo Brewery in Ethiopia. The company continues to invest in local economies through manufacturing, sourcing, talent development, and social impact programs.
Adejumoh’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as Diageo intensifies its commitment to sustainable business practices and purposeful growth across emerging markets.
His depth of experience and regional understanding positions him as a key player in strengthening Diageo’s corporate influence and delivering long-term value for stakeholders in the region.
