On January 14, 2025, the Minister of Oil and Gas, Marcel Abéké, officially installed Hans Ivala as the new general director of Pizolub, during a ceremony held in Port-Gentil. He succeeds Steeve Sorel Legnongo, appointed head of the Gabon Energy and Water Company (SEEG).
In his speech, Minister Marcel Abéké praised the performance of the outgoing team. “ We are delighted with the result we achieved today. Mr. Legnongo knew how to lead the house like a responsible general manager “, he declared, visibly satisfied with the progress made under the leadership of Steeve Sorel Legnongo.
Staff spokesperson, Gracieux Moukala, also paid glowing tribute to the outgoing CEO, highlighting his exceptional commitment. “ Your time at the head of our company was marked by significant achievements which have greatly improved our daily lives and strengthened our confidence in the future. “, he said.
These achievements include the regularization of salaries, the resumption of production and the acquisition of modern equipment for the laboratory.
-Hans Ivala, a vision for the future of Pizolub
Hans Ivala, in his first speech as DG, expressed his gratitude to the President of the Republic for this appointment and congratulated his predecessor for the work accomplished. “ I salute the remarkable work done by Mr. Legnongo and commit to continuing along this path. “, he said.
The new general director has identified his priorities, in particular the regularization of salaries and the maintenance of production. “ We will continue to build trust and ensure business stability for the well-being of our employees and the national economy “, he added. This ceremony marks an important step for Pizoluba company once on the verge of bankruptcy and which, thanks to rigorous management, finds itself on an upward trajectory. With Hans Ivala at its head, the company aspires to consolidate these achievements and take on new challenges.
