Dr. Celestine Ikuenobeh is a distinguished agricultural scientist and former Managing Director of the Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR), with decades of leadership in oil palm development. He has led groundbreaking research and large-scale plantation initiatives that have significantly advanced oil palm productivity in Nigeria. With deep expertise in agronomy, nursery management, and plantation establishment, he brings a science-driven approach to commercial farming.

Dr. Ikuenobeh has worked extensively with government and private sector stakeholders to strengthen the oil palm value chain. He is widely respected for his role in promoting improved planting materials and sustainable cultivation practices. He is the Executive Director leading the development and execution of oil palm plantation operations at scale across Africa. His leadership ensures operational excellence and long-term value creation for investors across the platform.