Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc has announced a major leadership change, confirming the resignation of its Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Ravindra Singhvi, effective November 30, 2025. 

The announcement was made in a statement released in compliance with the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) disclosure requirements by the Company Secretary/Legal Adviser, Mrs. Temitope Hassan. 

Singhvi, who joined the board on May 22, 2020, is credited with overseeing key investment projects, driving steady revenue growth, strengthening the management structure, advancing digital transformation initiatives, and enhancing the company’s brand visibility. 

The Board expressed its gratitude to Singhvi for his leadership and contributions to the company’s strategic direction over the past five years.

Following the announcement of his exit, the Board revealed the appointment of Mr. Thabo Mabe as the Group Managing Director/CEO, effective December 1, 2025. 

His appointment is subject to ratification by shareholders at the company’s next general meeting.

Mabe, a South African national, holds a BSc in Chemistry and Mathematics from Fort Hare University. 

He began his professional journey at Unilever as a Graduate Trainee and rose through several leadership roles across Manufacturing, Production, Sales, and Supply Chain Management. 

In 2004, he became Vice President, Supply Chain for Unilever HPC, and later Vice President, Homecare, before being appointed CEO of Unilever Nigeria Plc in 2010, a role in which he expanded market share and boosted operational efficiency.

He joined the Dangote Group in 2014 as Managing Director/CEO of Dangote Flour Mills Plc, where he led a successful turnaround of the company. After the Group exited the flour market in 2019, he moved to Dangote Rice Limited as Managing Director. In 2022, he was appointed Managing Director of NASCON Allied Industries Plc, a position he held until his elevation to lead Dangote Sugar.

Dangote Sugar noted that Mabe brings robust international experience spanning South Africa, Germany, and Nigeria, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to leadership continuity and long-term value creation.

“The Board welcomes Mr. Mabe to his new role and looks forward to the next chapter in the company’s growth under his leadership,” the statement said, while extending its best wishes to Singhvi in his future endeavours.