PwC Nigeria has announced the admission of three new partners effective, 1 July 2024.
They include Marilyn Obaisa-Osula (Consulting & Risk Services), Taiwo Oyaniran (Assurance), and Tim Siloma (Tax & Regulatory Services).
This announcement is part of PwC Africa’s admission of 15 new partners, with 40 per cent being female, marking a significant step towards achieving the firm’s gender representation goals in leadership.
In a statement congratulating the new partners, Sam Abu, Country Senior Partner, PwC Nigeria, said:
“Our new partners bring deep expertise and experience in strategic areas that are vital to contributing to Nigeria’s continued growth. As leaders, they’ll help our clients navigate challenges and disruptions, building resilience to thrive in an age of continuous reinvention.
“We celebrate their achievements in reaching this career milestone.
“Together, we’ll continue to power forward to our new frontier, delivering sustained outcomes for our clients and communities.”
Marilyn Obaisa-Osula is Head ESG | Sustainability and Climate Change; she leads the firm’s efforts in supporting clients’ transitions to Green, Circular, and Blue economies across West Africa.
With over 15 years of experience in business development, market entry, and sustainability. She has directed numerous projects across various sectors, including agriculture, FMCGs, public sector, pharmaceuticals, insurance, DFIs, commercial banks, tech-startups, and energy.
Marilyn holds a certificate in Business Sustainability and Sustainable Finance from the University of Cambridge (CISL) UK, a degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Benin, and a master’s degree in Public and Development Management from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa.
She is also a chartered accountant and has facilitated various training sessions and spoken as a panellist and keynote speaker on sustainability and climate change. Passionate about societal impact and Africa’s sustainable development, Marilyn brings expertise and dedication to her role.
Taiwo Oyaniran is a seasoned chartered accountant with extensive post-qualification experience. He drives PwC Nigeria’s Agribusiness Services, service delivery to international donor agencies, and clients in the Consumer and Industrial Products & Services industry.
Throughout his career at PwC, Taiwo has consistently demonstrated a commitment to the highest service quality delivery, earning recognition from the firm’s quality management programs. As a passionate advocate for ethics, he has progressed to become the Lead Ethics Officer at PwC Nigeria and the West Market Area of PwC Africa. As a partner, Taiwo will focus on expanding the firm’s market presence in Agribusiness, International Donor Agencies, and Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, while mentoring young professionals. He is a devoted Christian, husband, and father of two; Taiwo exemplifies professionalism and dedication.
Tim Siloma is a seasoned tax professional with over 15 years at PwC, specialising in Tax Reporting and Strategy. With 11 years of international experience, he has worked in the UK, Kenya, and Nigeria, contributing significantly to the firm’s tax compliance practice.
As a key member of PwC’s Tax Administration Consulting, Tim enhances tax systems for revenue authorities with sustainable solutions in people, processes, and technology.
He holds an LLB from the University of Nairobi and a CPA from Strathmore Business School. Tim is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a CPA-K, and an Associate Member of both ICAN and CITN.
An avid golfer, Tim’s passion for the sport reflects his extroverted, competitive nature and his commitment to excellence, embodying PwC’s values.
