Femi Otedola at 60: President Buhari hails billionaire businessman

President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with billionaire businessman and philanthropist, Femi Otedola, on his 60th birthday.

Otedola clocked 60 on November 4, 2022.

Buhari joined friends, and associates of the business mogul to celebrate the milestone.

The president in a statement by his media aide, Femi Adesina, shared in the joy of the occasion, and gives thanks to the Almighty God, who has showered Otedola with grace for business success and prosperity, clearly reflected in his knack for investments in key sectors of the economy like oil and gas, shipping, real estate, finance, and energy.

As the business mogul turns 60, the president affirmed that his interest in the real sector, creating employment for many, supporting infrastructure development, and opening opportunities for others to thrive remains an asset to the nation, while recognizing kind interventions by helping individuals, families, and the underprivileged.

Buhari celebrated Otedola for always honouring the call to national service, serving as a member of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Council (NIPC), and National Economic Management Council, and consistently providing a sounding board for economic and development policies.

The president prayed that God will keep the investor and his family in good health and strength.