In a strategic move to propel MTN Ghana towards its ambitious growth targets, Stephen Blewett has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Selorm Adadevoh, who transitions to the role of Chief Commercial Officer within the MTN Group.
Blewett’s ascension to the CEO position follows his successful tenure as the MTN Operations Executive for Markets, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership and operational acumen. With a wealth of experience in telecommunications, Blewett rejoined MTN in July 2023, overseeing operations in the Group’s smaller West and Central Africa markets and providing crucial operational support to the Group’s Senior Vice President for Markets.
Prior to his return to MTN, Blewett served as the Chief Operating Officer of Digicel, a testament to his extensive industry knowledge and expertise. During his previous stint at MTN, he held prominent roles such as CEO of MTN Benin and MTN Cameroon, contributing significantly to the growth and success of these operations over a seven-year period.
Commenting on Blewett’s appointment, Chairman of the Board of MTN Ghana, Ishmael Yamson, expressed enthusiasm, stating, “We welcome Stephen into the MTN Ghana family and eagerly anticipate collaborating with him to drive the company towards achieving our Ambition 2025 strategy and beyond.”
As Blewett assumes leadership of MTN Ghana, he is poised to steer the company towards realizing its strategic objectives, leveraging his vast experience and innovative vision to propel the telecommunications giant to new heights of success. With a focus on customer-centric solutions and sustainable growth, Blewett’s leadership promises to usher in a new era of progress and prosperity for MTN Ghana and its stakeholders.