Oreoluwa Precious
The Women in Energy Network (WIEN) has congratulated Mrs. Elohor Aiboni, a member of its Board of Trustees, on her appointment as Executive Vice President and Chairman of Shell Companies in Nigeria.
In a statement obtained by Advisors Reports, WIEN noted that the appointment makes Aiboni the first Nigerian to hold the combined leadership position within the global energy company’s operations in the country.
The network described the development as a significant milestone for Nigeria’s energy industry, citing Aiboni’s professionalism, technical expertise, and leadership experience built over more than two decades within the Shell Group.
According to the organisation, Mrs. Aiboni has consistently exemplified the belief that professionalism, performance and excellence are not defined or constrained by gender.
As a respected member of WIEN, she has remained a strong symbol of the immense capabilities and value women bring to leadership and technical roles across the energy value chain.
WIEN noted that her emergence as the first Nigerian Executive Vice President and Chairman of Shell Companies in Nigeria is not only a personal accomplishment but also a defining milestone for women in the industry and a reaffirmation that competence, dedication and integrity remain the enduring foundations of leadership at the highest level.
The network observed that Mrs. Aiboni’s appointment comes at a critical period for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry as it adapts to evolving global energy realities, pursues greater operational efficiency and seeks to attract fresh investments.
It added that her extensive experience spanning onshore, shallow-water and deepwater operations, complemented by international assignments and a proven track record in production optimisation and asset management, uniquely positions her to provide the strategic leadership required to guide Shell’s Nigerian operations into a new phase of growth and sustainability.
Mrs. Eyono Fatai-Williams, President of WIEN, speaking on the development, described the appointment as a victory for merit, inclusion and the increasing recognition of Nigerian professionals in global leadership positions.
“On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Board of Directors and the entire membership of the Women in Energy Network, we warmly congratulate our esteemed member, Mrs. Elohor Aiboni, on this historic appointment.
“She has distinguished herself as an accomplished professional and an inspiring leader whose contributions to the energy industry and commitment to mentoring younger women professionals embody the ideals that WIEN stands for.
“Her appointment is a source of immense pride to our network and a powerful inspiration to countless young women who aspire to build successful careers in the energy sector. It demonstrates that barriers can be broken and that excellence and competence will always find expression.
“We are confident that she will bring her wealth of experience, strategic insight and exemplary leadership to bear in her new role and further strengthen Shell’s contribution to Nigeria’s energy security and economic development,” she said.
WIEN further stated that Mrs. Aiboni’s elevation underscores the growing importance of diversity and inclusive leadership in driving innovation, resilience and sustainable growth across the energy industry.
The organisation reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a robust ecosystem that supports women professionals through mentorship, capacity development, advocacy and strategic partnerships, while continuing to champion greater participation of women in leadership and technical positions throughout the sector.
“Once again, we congratulate Mrs. Elohor Aiboni on this well-deserved and historic achievement and wish her every success as she assumes this important responsibility,” WIEN said.
The Women in Energy Network (WIEN) is Nigeria’s foremost professional platform for women in the energy industry, dedicated to promoting leadership, diversity, capacity development and sustainable growth across the entire energy value chain.
