BUA Foods Plc has appointed Khalifa Rabiu, son of BUA Group founder Abdul Samad Rabiu, as chief officer, global procurement and strategic operations, effective January 29.
The company said in a statement released on Wednesday that the appointment is part of efforts to strengthen its leadership team as it moves into a new phase of operations.
“The Board of BUA Foods Plc is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Isyaku Abdulsamad ‘Khalifa’ Rabiu as Chief Officer, Global Procurement and Strategic Operations,” the statement read.
In his new role, Mr Rabiu will oversee the company’s global procurement framework and lead strategic operational initiatives across its businesses.
He will manage end-to-end global procurement functions, focusing on cost management, supply continuity and operational systems.
Managing director of BUA Foods, Ayodele Abioye, said the appointment aligns with the company’s direction.
“As BUA Foods enters the next stage of its transformation, marking a shift from business consolidation to scaled and more disciplined growth, we are delighted to welcome Khalifa to our leadership team,” Mr Abioye said.
“His expertise in global procurement and strategic operations will be vital to further strengthening our supply chain, enhancing operational efficiency, and delivering greater value to our customers and stakeholders.”
Rabiu said he is taking on the responsibility at a significant time for the company.
“I am excited to assume this role at such a pivotal time in BUA Foods’ growth journey. I look forward to advancing agile, sustainable procurement systems and operational strategies that support the company’s long-term ambitions,” he said.
Before his appointment, Khalifa Rabiu served as director of special operations at BUA Group.
During that period, he worked on raw material sourcing, including wheat procurement and led the establishment of a 40 metric tonne-per-hour animal feed mill.
He was also involved in the commercial reintroduction of BUA rice products into the Nigerian market and the rollout of digital platforms within BUA Foods.
The company said his professional experience spans the food, cement and animal feed industries.
Khalifa Rabiu holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations from Regent’s University London and a master’s degree in management from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business.
BUA Foods Plc is listed on the Nigerian Exchange as NGX: BUAFOODS.
The company produces sugar, flour, semolina, pasta, rice and edible oils, with operations across Nigeria.
His appointment comes weeks after he and his father met President Bola Tinubu in Abu Dhabi during Sustainability Week in January, which coincided with his birthday.
