Nick Imudia, the former CEO of Konga, tragically passed away on Tuesday.
Most recently serving as the Group Chief Executive Officer of d.light, a leading company in residential solar energy solutions and household products, Imudia reportedly took his own life by jumping from his apartment balcony in the Lekki area of Lagos State on the evening of June 25, 2024.
Born on April 28, 1979, in Delta State, Imudia earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Management from the Mikkeli Institute of Technology in Finland in 1997 and a Master of Engineering from Aalborg University in 2000. He later received an MBA in International Business Management from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences in 2012.
Nick Imudia began his career as a design engineer and solution manager at NTC and Nok, respectively, before becoming the managing director of Nokia. At Nokia, he oversaw sales and marketing and managed the Nokia Device Business and Operations in West and Central Africa.
After eight years at Nokia, Imudia became the Regional Director of Alcatel OneTouch in Nigeria and Central Africa. He then took on the role of CEO at Nigeria’s e-commerce giant, Konga, from April 2018 to October 2022.
Nick Imudia was known for his ability to develop and execute successful business strategies, understanding market trends, and leveraging innovative solutions. Those who knew him shared their condolences on social media. Shola Fatimoju, an investment banking analyst, recalled working with Imudia at the Konga office in Gbagada, describing him as animated and helpful. Vaishali Pandi, who reported directly to Imudia, praised his people management skills and his ability to see the bigger picture while ensuring his team met their goals.
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