Doha, Qatar, 4 August 2025: Ooredoo Q.P.S.C. (“Ooredoo”) – Ticker ORDS – has announced the appointment of Saoud Hamad Al Riyami as Chief Executive Officer of Ooredoo Oman, effective from 4 August 2025.
Saoud had been serving as Acting CEO since February 2025, following the completion of Bassam Yousef Al Ibrahim’s tenure. His confirmation in the role reflects Ooredoo’s confidence in his leadership and deep understanding of the Omani market.
Since joining Ooredoo Oman in 2009, Saoud has held several senior positions, including Head of Business Sales, Director of Business Sales and ICT Solutions, and Chief Business and Wholesale Officer. He brings over 20 years of experience to the role and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Sultan Qaboos University and an ILM Diploma in Leadership.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, Ooredoo congratulates Saoud on his appointment, wishing him continued success as he leads Ooredoo Oman into its next phase of growth and innovation.
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About Ooredoo
Ooredoo is an international communications company operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeast Asia. Serving consumers and businesses in nine countries, Ooredoo delivers leading data experience through a broad range of content and services via its advanced, data-centric mobile and fixed networks.
Ooredoo generated revenues of QAR 23 billion as of 31 December 2024. Its shares are listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.


