Corporate Governance

Leyton Energie Group is guided by its code of business conduct and ethics which is formulated from globally accepted corporate governance policies as well as internal policies that are drafted to reflect the depth of character expected from every staff member and the group as a whole. We continue to review these codes to reflect the ever changing business environment we operate in. For us, our business must be carried out in a way to balance the interest of all stakeholders, be it the government in areas we operate, customers, clients, shareholders, staff and the environment.

Corporate Governance Structure

Dr. Michael A. Imevbore

Chairman (Non-Executive), Leyton Energie LLC

Dr. Michael A. Imevbore is a distinguished physician and entrepreneur who serves as a Non-Executive Chairman/Founding Board Member and Principal Investor of Leyton Energie LLC. As one of the company’s earliest backers, Dr. Imevbore played a pivotal role in Leyton’s establishment and continues to provide strategic guidance at the board level.

Beyond his investment portfolio, Dr. Imevbore is a renowned clinician with over 20 years of expertise in pulmonary and critical care medicine. He is the Medical Director and Owner of Connecticut Pulmonary Specialists, P.C., and Sleep Associates of Connecticut, P.C., with multiple locations across New Haven County. He also serves as an attending physician at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Dr. Imevbore holds board certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, and Critical Care Medicine. He has been recognized as one of “The Leading Physicians of the World” (2013) and one of the Top Docs of Connecticut (2020).

At Leyton, Dr. Imevbore’s role is focused on governance oversight and strategic counsel, leveraging his extensive experience in building and scaling successful enterprises.

Dr. Abiola Lukman Lawal

Executive Chairman, Leyton Energie LLC

Dr. Abiola Lukman Lawal is the Executive Chairman of Leyton Energie LLC, bringing over three decades of executive leadership in the global energy and technology sectors.

Most recently, Dr. Lawal served as Managing Director/CEO of Eterna Plc (April 2024–June 2025), where he delivered a 166% increase in operating profit and led the development of Nigeria’s largest airside aviation fuel depot. He previously served as Pioneer Executive Vice President & CFO of Camac Energy Inc — the first Nigerian-owned energy company listed on the NYSE — and held senior roles at Oando Plc (Group Chief Strategy Officer), Eroton Exploration (Deputy Managing Director & CFO), Ernst & Young LLP, SAP AG America, and The Walt Disney Corporation.

Dr. Lawal also serves as Chairman of Digital Connect Infrastructure & Telecom Ltd (DCIT) and as a Board Member of the African Energy Chamber. He holds a PhD in Business Administration with Distinction from Selinus University of Science & Literatures, an MBA in Finance, Strategy & Technology from the University of California, Irvine, a B.Sc. in Economics from the University of Ilorin, and a Certificate in Data Science and AI from MIT.

As Executive Chairman, Mr. Lawal provides strategic leadership, drives commercial partnerships, and leverages his extensive network across the African and global energy markets to advance Leyton’s trading and infrastructure objectives.

Wale Alabi

Group MD / Chief Executive

Wale is a Petrochemical Engineer with 20+ years of experience spanning Process and Reservoir Engineering, Business Strategy, and Technical Training. Currently serving as the Group MD/CEO at Leyton Energie LLC. He brings a strong track record of delivering high-impact energy solutions and leading cross-functional teams across upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors.

Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), he has facilitated technical and business sessions for organizations like Chevron, Procter & Gamble (P&G), and GE. He’s actively involved in green energy initiatives, focusing on LNG, GTL, and Gas-to-Power projects in partnership with local and international stakeholders.

He also serves as Head, Petrochemical Sector – West Africa at the Eurasia Afro Chamber of Commerce (EACC), promoting trade alignment, regional energy cooperation, and sustainable industrial development across Africa, Eurasia, and the GCC.

Affiliations: NSChE | SPE | OGTAN
Focus Areas: Energy Strategy • Project Finance • Sustainable Development • Technical Training • Cross-border Partnerships

Kolawole Ponnle

Director of International Trade | New & Emerging Markets

A seasoned business development professional with over two decades of expertise in marketing, customer engagement, and strategic partnerships, Kolawole Ponnle brings a wealth of experience to his roles. With a strong background in electrical engineering and a passion for driving success through innovative strategies, he has consistently delivered impressive results for various organizations.

Throughout his career, Kolawole has held positions at MicCom Cables & Wires Limited, Centrica – British Gas, and His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs. At MicCom, he reduced customer churn by 11%, increased CLV by 21%, and connected with thousands of potential customers each year using both traditional and digital communication channels. While at Centrica, he played a pivotal role in securing a $2.1 billion contract with the Government of Qatar and drove over £3.7 million in expansion revenue for existing accounts. He also recommended customer referrals, leading to a 14% increase in sign-ups and a 27% increase in customer retention. As a Senior Officer at Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, Kolawole collaborated with a team of six to manage budgetary spending and revenue generation for HMT.

Educationally, Kolawole holds a Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Cardiff University. Additionally, he possesses several certifications related to management, leadership, networking, vendor relations, negotiations, creative problem-solving, data analysis, critical thinking, and written and oral communications. These skills have enabled him to excel in his roles and deliver exceptional outcomes for the companies he represents.

With a proven track record of success and a deep understanding of omnichannel processes, Kolawole Ponnle continues to make significant contributions to the world of business development and marketing. His ability to connect with clients, build long-lasting relationships, and drive innovation makes him a valuable asset to any organization seeking to grow its presence and expand its reach.

Ada Onobun

Chief Legal Officer, Leyton Energies

Ada Onobun serves as the Chief Legal Officer of Leyton Energies, where she brings over two decades of robust legal expertise to bear in steering the company’s legal strategy, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance framework. Known for her pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach, Ada delivers tailored legal and operational counsel that supports the firm’s broader strategic objectives.

Ada holds an LL.B (Hons) degree from Nnamdi Azikiwe University (2001) and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2004. Her legal career spans a broad range of practice areas including commercial transactions, litigation, corporate governance, family law, and intellectual property rights. Notably, she played a key role in a mediation process that successfully resolved a high-profile intellectual property dispute connected to the 2015 Nigerian elections.

Prior to joining Leyton Energies, Ada served as Head of Operations and Chief Operating Officer at a leading law firm, where she managed complex briefs and oversaw service delivery. Her early career at Matrix-Solicitors (2005–2013) provided a strong foundation for her expertise across diverse legal challenges, consistently achieving client satisfaction.

Ada is passionate about corporate governance and the optimal structuring and management of organisations. She has contributed to national reform efforts as a member of the Starting a Business Working Group of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), whose recommendations informed the Business Facilitation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2023.

She is a member of the Nigerian Bar Association and a student member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN). She has also completed several professional trainings, including a course on Private Sector Development by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).