ARM Holding Company has appointed Wale Odutola as Group Chief Executive Officer and Osahon Ogiemudia as Executive Director, effective July 2025. This pivotal move signals a new era of innovation and growth for ARM, aligning with Nigeria’s dynamic economic landscape.
The announcement coincides with the planned departure of Ms. Jumoke Ogundare, ARM’s current Group CEO, who will exit on June 30, 2025, after 30 years of transformative service. Under her decade-long leadership, ARM solidified its reputation as a trusted partner, expanding its asset management portfolio and sectoral impact.
Ms. Ogundare reflected on her tenure, stating, “It has been a privilege to lead ARM. I am confident that Wale and Osahon will continue to uphold our core values while exploring new paths for innovation, growth, and stakeholder impact.”
Wale Odutola, the incoming CEO, brings nearly 30 years of expertise in Nigeria’s financial services sector, currently serving as ARM’s Deputy CEO. His leadership across subsidiaries like ARM Pension Managers, ARM Securities, and ARM Properties Plc has driven performance, integration, and resilience.
Mr. Odutola expressed his vision, saying, “ARM has always stood for vision, integrity, and long-term value. I am honoured to lead this next chapter of growth alongside a team deeply committed to excellence and innovation.”
Osahon Ogiemudia, the new Executive Director, has spearheaded key operational and corporate functions within ARM. His extensive experience across ARM Pension Managers and ARM Life underscores his focus on execution, client alignment, and sustainability.
This transition embodies ARM’s philosophy of internal growth and institutional continuity, ensuring agility in a complex financial environment. The leadership change positions ARM to meet evolving client needs with resilience and foresight.
ARM’s Chairman, Deji Alli, emphasized the strategic intent, stating, “This transition marks not just a change in leadership, but a renewed commitment to growth and relevance in today’s Nigeria. With Wale and Osahon, we have a leadership team that is deeply experienced, forward-looking, and grounded in our mission.”
Founded in 1994, ARM Holding Company is renowned for its expertise in traditional asset management and specialized funds, setting benchmarks in governance and sustainable investing. Its legacy of innovation continues to drive wealth creation across Africa.
The appointments reinforce ARM’s commitment to delivering value-added services and maximizing client returns. As Nigeria’s economy evolves, ARM remains poised to shape the future of investment management with visionary leadership.
