Dangote Cement Plc’s Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Arvind Pathak as the company’s Group Managing Director, effective March 1.
This was revealed in a statement signed by Company Secretary Edward Imoedemhe and obtained from the Nigerian Exchange’s website.
Pathak’s appointment comes after the retirement of Michel Puchercos from the Board of Directors and as Group Managing Director/CEO of Dangote Cement Plc on February 28, 2023.
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The appointment of Pathak will be included on the agenda of the next Annual General Meeting for ratification by shareholders in accordance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act, according to the company.
As a result, the Board thanked Michel Puchercos for his dedication and contributions to the Board and wished him success in his future endeavors, while also welcoming Mr. Arvind Pathak back to the Dangote family and wishing him success in his new role.
About Pathak
Pathak is a seasoned business executive who previously served as the MD and CEO of Birla Corporation Ltd. He also served as Dangote Cement Plc’s Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Group Managing Director until 2021.
With over 30 years of experience in the cement industry, he has spent the majority of his time turning around businesses, operating and maintaining plants, and leading significant greenfield projects.
The appointment of Mr Arvind Pathak will be included in the agenda at the next Annual General Meeting for ratification by the shareholders in accordance with the Companies and Allied Matters Act.
The Board would like to thank Mr Michel Puchercos for his commitment and contributions to the Board and wishes him well in his future endeavours, while welcoming Mr Arvind Pathak back to the Dangote family and wishing him success in his new role, Dangote Cement said.