Otunba Oluseyi Oduntan, who previously served as chairman and currently works as a director at Wemabod Limited, mentioned that receiving an honorary doctorate degree in business from the University of America, located in both Curacao (Netherlands) and California, USA, has motivated him even more to keep working towards progress and advancement in our ever-connected global community.
During the conferral ceremony held on Saturday at the Creative Arts Hall within the Department of Creative Arts at the University of Lagos, Otunba Oduntan, formerly the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the now-defunct Compass Newspaper, shared this information.
The accolade, offered in collaboration with ICLED Business School Lekki Lagos under the leadership of Professor Mrs Olajumoke Familoni, was bestowed upon the organizations by Professor Wole Familoni as their representative.
On behalf of all the recipients, Oduntan, who possesses the OON distinction, expressed that being acknowledged by such a prestigious academic organization was an immense honor.
We feel greatly honored and immensely thankful to be receiving the Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business (Honoris Causa) from The University of America, located in Curacao, Netherlands.
This significant honor from a globally recognized, chartered, and regionally accredited university—which has been dedicated since 1983 to delivering top-notch education via a mix of conventional and cutting-edge online teaching methods—is genuinely humbling,” he said.
Otunba Oduntan, holding the hereditary title of Otunba Osigide of Ijebuland, was honored with the prestigious Order of the Niger (OON) award by ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. He expressed his appreciation for the university’s commitment to excellence, practical education, and cultivating an environment where intellectual inquiry thrives.
Oduntan characterized the organization’s ethos as being rooted in inquiry, thorough examination of concepts, and an unyielding quest for understanding. He emphasized that this robust structure serves not just as a cornerstone for scholarly distinction but also as a vital foundation for effective leadership and inventive progress in commerce.
By accepting this honorary degree, we recognize that business extends beyond mere profitability, focusing instead on generating value, strengthening communities, and fostering sustainable advancement.
This honor motivates me to keep promoting these values, using my expertise and history to foster progress and development in our globally connected society.
We appreciate the esteemed acknowledgment from the University of America and their continued commitment to educating and motivating students globally.
‘Let this institution continue to flourish as a symbol of education, honesty, and service,’ he remarked.
Otunba Oduntan, who holds membership at both the Chartered Institute of Marketing (UK) and the Chartered Institute of Directors in Nigeria, has dedicated time to public service through his role as a Senior Technical Advisor for the Federal Ministry of Defence. Additionally, he has been an active participant on various key boards including the Ogun State Judicial Service Commission.
His charitable initiatives in education and neighborhood enhancement have equipped marginalized populations with essential skills and economic prospects.
The honorees who received honorary degrees at the ceremony also included: Mudiaga Nwachukwu, a distinguished Nigerian legal practitioner with extensive expertise in corporate, maritime, and compliance laws; Engr. Adebayo Afeez Balogun, an experienced mechanical engineer boasting more than thirty years in the upstream oil and gas field; Charles Ikechukwu Nwachukwu, a knowledgeable legal specialist and mediator possessing two decades within the petroleum industry; as well as Olumide Kolapo Osineye, a seasoned aviation professional with almost three decades dedicated to civil aviation safety, regulatory supervision, and aviation security.
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