Sierra Rutile has announced the appointment of three new directors to its board following the recent takeover by Leoneoil.

The new directors are Mohamed Cole, Ibrahim Cole, and Patrick Lambert. Mohamed Cole brings extensive in-country experience and a background in engineering, having previously served as Marketing Manager and Managing Director for Sierra Leone National Petroleum. He is also a major shareholder in Leoneoil.

Ibrahim Cole is a seasoned Sierra Leone executive with experience in various sectors, including banking, international development, and infrastructure. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Leoneoil and has held positions at Bank of America, the European Union Delegation, and the Sierra Leone Roads Authority.

Patrick Lambert is a prominent lawyer in Sierra Leone with a strong track record in both local and international law. He is a Senior Partner at Lambert & Partners and has served as local counsel for negotiations with the Government of Sierra Leone.

Chairman Greg Martin expressed his enthusiasm for the new appointments, stating, “I would also like to welcome Mohamed Cole, Ibrahim Cole and Patrick Lambert to the Board. They will collectively bring a great depth of in-country experience to support Sierra Rutile in its next phase of development.”