…As Victoria Uwadoka retires
CITIZENS COMPASS— Nestlé Nigeria on Wednesday, announced the appointment of Toritseju (Toju) Egbebi as Corporate Communications and Sustainability Manager, effective 1 November 2026, following the retirement of Victoria Uwadoka after ten years with the company.
Toritseju Egbebi, currently Corporate Affairs Manager, brings 18 years of experience in public relations and corporate communications across the technology, financial services and consumer goods sectors. Since joining Nestlé Nigeria, she has played a key role in strengthening the company’s corporate reputation, public affairs and stakeholder engagement. Through the Nestlé for Good platform, she has helped deepen visibility and understanding of Nestlé’s investments in healthier nutrition, thriving communities and environmental sustainability, while strengthening strategic media and stakeholder partnerships.
During her decade with Nestlé Nigeria, Victoria Uwadoka played a central role in strengthening the company’s reputation, stakeholder relationships and Creating Shared Value agenda. Her leadership advanced communications and sustainability priorities across nutrition, youth empowerment, agriculture, water stewardship, environmental responsibility and community development. She also championed stronger employee engagement and helped translate complex corporate and sustainability priorities into clear, credible narratives that built understanding and trust.
Beyond Nestlé, Victoria has contributed to the development of Nigeria’s communications profession through industry leadership, advocacy and mentorship, championing strategic communications as a driver of business and societal progress.
Commenting on the transition, Wassim Elhusseini, Managing Director and CEO of Nestlé Nigeria, said:
“Victoria has made an important contribution to Nestlé Nigeria over the past decade, and we are deeply grateful for the leadership, professionalism and commitment she has brought to our business and the communications profession. We wish her every success in this next chapter.
“As Toju takes on this responsibility, I have every confidence in the experience, judgement and energy she brings to the role. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are fundamental to building trust and advancing our purpose, and I am confident she will continue strengthening these relationships while helping us demonstrate the positive impact of our business in Nigeria.”
