Well-deserved Honour for Energy Tycoon, Adewale Tinubu

The late former South African President Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Adewale Tinubu, the Group Chief Executive of Oando, has so much belief in the deathless quote.

The energy magnate is more keen on social interventions that leave a great impact on people. He has invested so much in Nigeria’s education sector. Through his Oando Foundation, an independent charity, he has supported the Nigerian Government in actualising its Universal Basic Education, UBE, programme.The Foundation has taken a multifaceted approach to education that delivers a superior learning environment for both pupils and teachers alike.

For his contribution, he was recently conferred with the honorary Doctorate Degree of Business (Honoris Causa) by the University of Lagos (UNILAG). The conferment was done during the 56th Convocation Ceremonies of the university.

According to the letter sent to Tinubu, the conferment was based on his sterling contributions and the recognition of his exceptional leadership in the business, energy and education sectors.

Speaking on behalf of the honorary award recipients, Tinubu described the recognition as both an honour and a responsibility, noting that it reflected a broader obligation to society beyond personal accomplishment. “We receive it not merely as a celebration of personal achievement, but as a renewed call to service,” he said, adding that “knowledge and leadership only fulfil their purpose when they are placed in the service of the common good.”