About Our Lady's Palm Oil Development

OLPODEV is committed to excellence in palm oil production, sustainability, and community development.

Who We Are

At Our Lady's Palm Oil Development (OLPODEV), we represent a new era of agribusiness. We are deeply committed to the production of premium palm oil and versatile by-products. Our operations are defined by a rigorous adherence to the highest international quality standards. Beyond production, we prioritize ethical stewardship in every facet of our supply chain. By utilizing environmentally responsible methods, we protect the biodiversity of our local ecosystems. We believe that modern agriculture must work in harmony with nature, not against it. Our sustainable farming techniques reduce waste and maximize the long-term health of the soil. Transparency and integrity guide our interactions with partners, stakeholders, and consumers. We take pride in being a reliable source for products that are as pure as they are functional. But our mission goes deeper than the harvest; we are dedicated to the people behind the palms. Through our various outreach programs, we invest in the growth and well-being of our local workers. At OLPODEV, we don’t just farm for today - we cultivate a sustainable legacy for generations to come.

Palm Oil Processing

Our Mission

To produce premium palm oil while empowering communities.

Our Vision

To be a leading sustainable palm oil producer in Africa.

Our Values

Integrity, Quality, Sustainability, Community.

Social Responsibility

Through our foundation, we support education and welfare.

Sr Chioma Ahanihu
About Our Founder

Sr Chioma Ahanihu

Sr Chioma, a sister of the Living Word. She is the founder of Our Lady Palm Oil Development (OLPODEV) through the support of her congregation – The Sisters of the Living Word. OLPODEV is a grassroots non-profit initiative in Umunokwu Autonomous Community, Okwuato, Aboh Mbaise L.G.A. Imo State in Nigeria. Sr Chioma is dedicated to empowering women and supporting youth through sustainable palm oil production. Her leadership is rooted in values of faith, resilience, and a vision for inclusive development. With a background in social work and psychotherapy, Sr Chioma brings a deep commitment to community well-being, economic empowerment, and social justice. She established OLPODEV to support families that are struggling to make ends meet by fostering dignity of labor and long-term livelihoods. This initiative also strengthens the capacity of women to process and market palm produce to improve their family’s well-being. It is under her rich experience in social work and community development that OLPODEV continues to expand its impact, fostering resilience, sustainability, and shared prosperity in the rural communities it serves.

Our Team

The Team Behind OLPODEV

Emeka Onwuliri

General Manager - OLPODEV

Chukwuemeka Mmegwa

Technical Supervisor – OLPODEV

Ezinne Ahanihu

Operations Manager- OLPODEV

Felix Njoku

Mechanical Operator - Olpodev

What People Say

“OLPODEV delivers consistent quality and truly cares about the community.”

— Partner Farmer