By Sofowora Oladapo
For years now, Segun Adebutu, Chairman Petrolex Oil has quietly and organically nurtured his energy firm, into a key player in the up and downstream sector. Most especially as he also shares some significant traits with his father the Odole of Oodua; Sir Adebukola Adebutu Kessington with his magic wand in business and generosity.
In 2014, he founded his Oladiran Olusegun Adebutu Foundation(OOAF), to cater to the needs of the downtrodden by constantly donating other basic needs for the survival of man. In line with the pristine vision of the Foundation, to the disappointment of naysayers that it is not a one-off gesture, he has impacted positively the lives of the less privileged in the society regularly.
On Tuesday, May 4 as Segun sauntered into a new age, the Executive Director of Premier Lotto, refused to roll out drums in celebration mood or throw a lavish birthday shindig. Rather, he celebrated his birthday devoid of unnecessary noise and attractions. Apart from being away from the shores of Nigeria on a business-related trip, the younger Adebutu’s milk of kindness was felt by many as he doled out gifts to the needy in celebrating his birthday. Many wonder why he would opt for a lowkey celebration despite having the financial prowess to throw a high octane party. Sources averred that; “Segun has always said; celebration is not necessary when many are dying of hunger and hardship. There is nothing like putting smiles in the face of the needy, that’s the best birthday gift anyone could ever ask for.”
The Baseline record label boss is an Economics graduate from the University of Ibadan, who started his foray into business with an interest in shipping, mining, construction, infrastructure, real estate, telecommunications, and entertainment.
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