Olayiwola Matthew
The Board of Directors of Silverbird Group has appointed Mr. Roy Murray-Bruce as the new Chairman of Silverbird Group, succeeding Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, who previously served as Chairman of the organisation.
The appointment marks a new phase of strategic leadership, governance strengthening, and long-term institutional growth for the organisation.
Mr. Roy Murray-Bruce is an experienced board director, governance leader, and strategic business executive with over four decades of leadership experience spanning media, entertainment, real estate, hospitality, retail, infrastructure, and FMCG sectors across Africa and the United Kingdom.
As former President of Silverbird Group from 1995 to 2015, Mr. Roy Murray-Bruce led the expansion of the organisation into one of West Africa’s most recognised media and entertainment brands, overseeing growth across radio, television, cinemas, retail, and property development.
During his tenure, he negotiated major international partnerships with organisations including Viacom, MTV Base Africa, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the English Premier League.
He also played a major role in pioneering Cineplex culture in Nigeria and West Africa, while leading the development of Silverbird Galleria projects and cinema expansions across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Ghana, and Kenya.
Mr. Roy Murray-Bruce currently serves on the boards of several companies including Silverbird Group, Silverbird Entertainment Ghana, Silverbird West Africa, Domino Group of Companies, and SAMUELSON Consulting Group, where he provides strategic guidance and governance oversight.
Silverbird Group expresses confidence that Roy Murray-Bruce’s leadership, governance expertise, and strategic insight will further strengthen the organisation’s vision, innovation, and long-term growth across its various business units.
Silverbird Group looks forward to this exciting new chapter under his leadership as the organisation continues its commitment to excellence, innovation, and industry leadership across Africa.
