Presidents John Dramani Mahama of Ghana and Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria have celebrated Chairman of Globacom, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., on the occasion of his 72nd birthday.
In congratulatory messages, both leaders praised the Globacom chairman for his outstanding contributions to the economic development and growth of both Ghana and Nigeria. They commended his remarkable entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, and commitment to excellence.
President Mahama described Dr. Adenuga’s life as “a shining example of vision, resilience, and extraordinary accomplishment.”
Mahama noted that through his entrepreneurial endeavours, Dr. Adenuga has not only built enduring businesses, but also contributed significantly to the socio-economic advancement of the African Continent.
He noted that Dr. Adenuga’s leadership and philanthropic endeavour remain a beacon of inspiration for generations across Africa.
Also President Tinubu stated that the Globacom chairman’s humility and diligence have enabled him to succeed in various sectors, including banking, telecommunications, oil, and gas.
Tinubu praised Dr. Adenuga’s innovative approach to business, citing the pioneering per-second billing of Globacom, which expanded telephony and digital access to millions of Nigerians.
“In addition, Conoil has proven that an indigenous firm can compete with international oil companies, fostering energy independence and security for our country,” he added.
President Tinubu expressed the gratitude of Nigerians to Dr. Adenuga for his immense contributions to the country’s progress and prosperity.
Tinubu also commended him for extending his investments to other African countries and Europe, “a bold effort which earned you well-deserved honours as Commander of the Legion of Honour (France) and Ghana’s Companion of the Star of Ghana.”
