Segun Adebutu Breaks New Ground

It is the joy of every parent to see the will of God be fulfilled by their children. Sir Kensington Adebutu’s joy knows no bond penultimate Tuesday when his son, Segun Adebutu, a Nigerian business magnate, philanthropist and trained Economist breaks new ground. He has business interests in oil and gas, shipping, construction, real estate, agriculture and entertainment. Petrolex Oil and Gas boss officially launched his Petrolex Tank farm.

The Tank-farm is the largest in Sub-Saharan West Africa, sitting on a 30,000 acers of land with over 600million litres capacity storage, 4,000 truck packing space and accommodation for drivers. The Tank-farm located at Ibefun, Ijebu Ogun State was launched amidst pomp and pageantry as top political dignitaries converged in their large numbers to witness history in the making in Ogun state. On Sunday the 10th of December, First Lady Aisha Buhari, also flew in for a private inspection as she commended the effort of Segun Adebutu for the great feat. She further pledged the support of the presidency.

Top guest spotted at the grand launch were; Vice President Prof Yemi Osibajo, Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun, Governor of Benue State Samuel Ortom, Governor Of Ondo state Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu represented his deputy Hon Agboola Ajayi, Governor of Oyo state Abiola Ajimobi, Senate President Bukola Saraki represented By Senator Dino Melaye, Sir Adebutu Kensington, Minister for state petroleum Mr. Ibe Kachukwu, NNPC GMD Mr. Baru Mikanti, former Ondo Governor Olusegun Mimiko, Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Oba Victor Adeboye among other dignitaries and royal fathers

Isaac Oguntoye