Alakija to Receive Honorary Doctor Degree of Business Admin

Distinguished legal luminary and   Chairman,  Famfa Oil, Mr. Modupe Folarin Alakija will be conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degree by the  Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to business law, corporate governance, and economic development in Nigeria.

According to a statement, the conferment ceremony will take place on Thursday, 28 November 2024, at Ajayi Crowther University’s main campus.

Commenting, Mr. Alakija said:: “I am deeply humbled to receive this recognition from Ajayi Crowther University. This honorary doctorate reflects not just my personal journey, but also the collective efforts of all those who have worked tirelessly to advance corporate governance and business excellence in Nigeria. I look forward to continuing to contribute to the development of our business sector and the education of future leaders.”

Mr. Alakija’s distinguished career spans over five decades of groundbreaking work in corporate law, business administration, and educational development since his call to the Bar in 1971. His innovative approaches to corporate governance and unwavering commitment to excellence have significantly influenced Nigeria’s business landscape.