KEA Group, a leading conglomerate based in Ibadan, Oyo State, has appointed Kemi Irinoye as its new executive director. The Ibadan-based company, which has interests in media, hospitality, and entertainment, announced its decision, which took effect on May 1, 2024, during a board meeting recently held in Ibadan.
The Chairman of the Board of Directors of KEA Group, Dr Toba Adisa, described Irinoye’s promotion as the new director as a worthy and well-deserved elevation. He highlighted her resilience, dedication, commitment, and contributions to the group’s growth as one every other employee should emulate for the continuous development of KEA Group.
During the meeting, Dr Toba Adisa stated, “I am happy to announce the appointment of Kemi Irinoye as executive director for KEA Group. The board is confident in her skills, talent, and dedication to continuing to grow the member companies.
 She is a perfect fit for the job, given her professional history with the companies within the group. I wish her well as she carries out her responsibility in this new role,”
Insight into Irinoye’s background tells that the new KEA Group Executive director hails from Iwo, Osun State, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics from Obafemi Awolowo University, Osun State.
Before attaining her new position, Irinoye was the head of production at KEA Media. As head of production, she spearheaded collaborations and meetings with numerous renowned brands to create memorable shows, advertisements, and shows that resonate with consumers across Nigeria.
According to the firm, her storytelling skills and creative ingenuity were spotlighted through her acclaimed series, ‘Okoto the Series’, which has over 10 million views on YouTube and earned accolades on Africa Magic.
A statement from the firm noted that “Between 2020 and 2021, she was the deputy leader of the Young African Women Congress Network for Nigeria, a non-governmental organisation that addresses women in leadership, politics, entrepreneurship, corporate life, education, gender violence, and reproduction,”
Irinoye, also the producer of the TV show ‘Honourable Tungba,’ has served in various capacities to ensure seamless community service through Junior Chambers International.
