Stafford Irish Spirits Nigeria, under Jambitt Limited, has appointed Motunrayo Ojuolape as Executive Director of Commercial Operations, a strategic move aimed at transforming the company’s commercial function and driving growth across the Nigerian premium spirits market.
Brandspur Brand News reports that in her new role, Ojuolape will be responsible for building scale, enhancing performance, and establishing a market-winning commercial engine. She is expected to foster a high-performing, sustainable culture of excellence while delivering measurable business results.
With over 18 years of experience across FMCG and premium spirits, Ojuolape has developed a reputation for converting brand strategy into disciplined commercial execution and impactful marketing initiatives. Her career spans leadership roles at The Edrington Group, The Coca-Cola Company, Diageo, Brian Munro Limited, Royal Bank of Canada, and British American Tobacco.
Prior to joining Stafford Irish Spirits, she served as National Head of Channel, Modern Trade & E-commerce at Diageo, where she led initiatives to strengthen channel performance and accelerate digital commerce. Her expertise also includes roles as Category & Channel Marketing Manager for Chivita|Hollandia at CHI Limited and trade marketing leadership positions at Coca-Cola HBC and Edrington portfolios, driving brand growth and market expansion.
Ojuolape began her professional journey in media as a broadcaster and presenter on Standup9ja Comedy Show at Afrotainment, before transitioning into brand marketing. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Olabisi Onabanjo University and a Postgraduate degree in Interactive Media Strategy from Seneca Polytechnic, complemented by a Marketing Management program with The Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Industry experts note that Ojuolape’s blend of strategic insight, creativity, and commercial acumen positions her to deliver transformative results at Stafford Irish Spirits, reinforcing the company’s market leadership in Nigeria’s premium spirits sector.
