Agbeyewa Farms Limited, a subsidiary of Cavista Holdings has appointed Seyi Aiyeleso (a.k.a OSKA) as the substantive Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, effective December 30, 2024.
According to a press release by the firm, until this new appointment, Seyi ‘OSKA’ Aiyeleso was the Group Director, Sales at Cavista Holdings Limited, and also an Executive Director Agbeyewa Farms where he acted in a CEO capacity, driving the company’s strategic initiatives in 2024.
With over 30 years of experience in Sales and marketing, OSKA’s career spans leadership roles in various multinational corporations in the FMCG, Oil/Gas and the Public sector.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management Studies (Accounting) from the University of Jos, an MBA from Bayero University, Kano, and is currently pursuing a doctorate degree at Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti. He is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Nigerian Institute of Marketing of Nigeria, and the Nigerian Institute of Management.
With this new appointment, he is set to lead the transformation and expansion drive of Agbeyewa Farms.
“Agbeyewa is today one of the largest commercial cassava farms in Nigeria, and it is mostly thanks to the expert leadership provided by OSKA”, said John Olajide, Chairman of Agbeyewa Farms. We are confident that with his transformational and exemplary leadership, Agbeyewa is well-positioned for long term success. We are excited to have him step into the role of MD/CEO, where he will lead the execution of our 12 point agenda to transform cassava farming and ultimately address food insecurity in Nigeria.”
OSKA’s appointment underscores Cavista Holdings Limited’s commitment to expanding its market presence and enhancing customer value across Nigeria and West Africa. With a focus on innovation and growth, the company is poised to strengthen its leadership in the hospitality, agriculture, technology, and finance sectors, delivering exceptional outcomes for stakeholders and communities alike.
About Agbeyewa Farms
Agbeyewa Farms Limited, a subsidiary of Cavista Holdings, is a leading agro-allied company committed to transforming agriculture in Africa. With a strong focus on innovation, the company is spearheading a Cassava Revolution—aimed at transforming the process of cassava cultivation, aggregation, processing, and market integration, driving food security and economic development across the continent.
Through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, led by the Agbeyewa Farms Community Development Foundation (AFCDF), the company also drives impactful programs in Education, Economic Empowerment, Environmental Sustainability, Health, and Sports, fostering meaningful and lasting change in the communities it serves.
