Tullow Ghana Limited (“TGL“) has revealed significant changes to its leadership team, with Wissam Al-Monthiry, the Managing Director for the past four years, set to depart at the end of July 2024 to pursue new career opportunities.
Wissam Al-Monthiry has been pivotal in driving the organisational transformation of TGL, overseeing critical projects such as the Jubilee South-East project, which have been integral to the company’s success in recent years. His leadership has facilitated substantial operational improvements and the achievement of several key milestones for TGL.
Jean-Medard Madama, currently the Director for Tullow Plc’s Non-Operated Portfolio and Exploration Business Unit, will assume the role of Interim Managing Director in Ghana from 1 July until a permanent successor is appointed. Jean-Medard Madama brings with him over three decades of experience in the oil and gas sector, having held various operational and leadership positions across Africa, Europe, and North America. His previous role as Country Manager for Tullow’s Gabon business has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of Tullow’s operations and strategic vision, particularly in relation to the optimisation plans for the TEN field and further development opportunities in the Jubilee field.
Rahul Dhir, Chief Executive Officer of Tullow Oil Plc, commented on the transition: “Wissam has been instrumental in the operational turnaround we have achieved in Ghana and the progressive localisation success stories we have recorded so far. Due to his deep technical knowledge and extensive business leadership experience, Wissam has made a substantial impact during his time at Tullow, and we are, of course, sad to see him leave. We wish him well and remain grateful for his significant contributions to Tullow.”
Reflecting on his tenure, Wissam Al-Monthiry expressed his gratitude: “Over the last four years, we have chalked several successes, working with all our stakeholders to achieve the operational turnaround in the Ghana business. Whatever success I achieved during my time is attributable to the hardworking colleagues I worked with. I would like to thank the Tullow Ghana team for all their support and assistance and wish them all the best for the future.”
Jean-Medard Madama, the newly appointed Interim Managing Director, shared his enthusiasm for the role: “I am looking forward to building on the strong foundations established by Wissam and the team in Ghana to ensure that Tullow continues to play a key role in Ghana’s oil and gas industry.”
Tullow Ghana Limited remains committed to its strategic goals and continues to prioritise its growth and optimisation projects, underpinned by robust leadership and a dedicated team.
