Between Mike Adenuga and Oba Sikiru Adetona

Blood is thicker than water. This statement has been declared many times, and so has grown a bit stale. Nevertheless, it is no less true today than it was in the past. When considering the relationships between some of the most prominent individuals to ever emerge from Nigeria, the statement proves itself correct. Consider the case of Oba Sikiru Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, and his good friend and loyalist, Dr. Mike Adenuga, the Chairman of Globacom.

The wisdom of Oba Adetona is as rich as the history he embodies. His reign began in 1960, marking the start of one of Nigeria’s longest and most illustrious tenures. Throughout his journey, from prestigious schools to the Western Region House of Chiefs, he has exemplified dedication and service.

But a defining moment arrived when his telecom tycoon brother and friend , Adenuga, faced adversity in the form of the displeasure of former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Oba Adetona, fearless in the face of hardship, stood as a champion of justice and loyalty. His intervention, fueled by ancestral wisdom, defied powerful forces and preserved their enduring kinship, resolving the matter.

This act cemented Oba Adetona’s reputation as a leader who transcends simple delegated authority. His unwavering integrity and commitment to his friends earned him universal respect, making his contributions to Nigeria and humanity more undeniable.

It is not weird that Adenuga, another prominent Ijebu indigene, by the way, echoes this sentiment. In times past, he described Oba Adetona as a man of distinction, determined to elevate Ijebuland and dedicated to his people. But Adenuga knows what he is talking about, seeing as he has experienced the boon of the monarch’s exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment. Dr Mike Adenuga, is one Ijebu man the Awujale loves so much. That his company has been sponsoring the prestigious Ojude Oba festival of the Ijebu people for so many years now . Adenuga is currently a member of the Council of the Awujale ‘s Otunbas of Ijebuland . He’s the Otunba Apesin of Ijebuland .

With Oba Adetona and Adenuga, one can see a bond forged in fire and ice, through exciting and boring times. The monarch is an inspiration to Adenuga, but Adenuga is also the perfect example of a trusted subject and friend, one that never disappoints. No wonder they are so close.