By Seye Babalola
LAGOS, NIGERIA — October 24, 2026
The Lagos Business School Alumni Association (LBSAA) has taken a significant step towards building a lasting legacy with its reunion held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Lagos Business School campus along the Lekki–Epe Expressway, Ajah, Lagos State.
The event, covered by EkitiinterNews, was organised under the leadership of His Royal Highness, Oba (Dr.) Olusegun Idowu Aderemi, the Atayero of Aramoko-Ekiti Kingdom, Ekiti State, who served as Chairman of the Organising Committee.
The reunion attracted distinguished personalities from various professional backgrounds, traditional institutions and other sectors of society, providing an opportunity for alumni and invited guests to reconnect, exchange ideas and strengthen professional relationships.
Lagos Business School, a leading business education institution in Africa and part of Pan-Atlantic University, has contributed to the development of business leaders, entrepreneurs and public office holders in Nigeria. Among the prominent personalities associated with the institution are Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, renowned businesswoman Ibukun Awosika, former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate Peter Obi, and the Atayero of Aramoko-Ekiti, Oba (Dr.) Olusegun Idowu Aderemi, among others.
ROYAL FATHERS, DIGNITARIES GRACE THE OCCASION
The reunion witnessed an impressive gathering of traditional rulers and distinguished personalities whose presence added colour, prestige and cultural significance to the occasion.
Among those in attendance were Yeye Bobajiro Oodua, Dr. Afolashade Shona-Aluko; His Royal Majesty, Oba Suleiman Owolabi Ogun-Oloko, Adeoriokin II, the Olu of Iwaya-Yaba Kingdom, Lagos State; His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikirulahi Olamide Ayinde Williams, the Olodi-Olowo of Odi-Olowo Kingdom, Mushin, Lagos State; and His Excellency, Ambassador Jonathan Emmanuzo Ojadah.
Their participation highlighted the importance of collaboration between business leaders, traditional institutions and other stakeholders in promoting education, leadership and community development.
A REUNION OF LEARNING, NETWORKING AND OPPORTUNITIES
Beyond its celebratory atmosphere, the reunion provided a platform for learning, networking and the exchange of ideas among participants.
The gathering was described as elegant, well organised and educative, reflecting the importance of professional development and lifelong learning in an increasingly competitive world.
One of the notable highlights was the reported expression of interest by one of the royal fathers in enrolling for an upcoming programme at Lagos Business School. The development further demonstrated the potential of the reunion to inspire continuous learning and encourage more leaders to invest in knowledge and professional advancement.
ATAYERO EXPRESSES SATISFACTION, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HUMANITY
The Chairman of the Organising Committee, Oba (Dr.) Olusegun Idowu Aderemi, expressed happiness and satisfaction with the impressive turnout and the overall success of the reunion.
The Atayero commended the participation of the dignitaries, traditional rulers and other guests, noting the value of bringing people from different backgrounds together for a common purpose.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote education, human development, collaboration and the welfare of society.
According to the account of the event, the monarch pledged to continue doing everything within his capacity to support humanity and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of individuals and communities.
EKITIINTERNEWS SPOTLIGHTS A LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
In its coverage of the reunion, EkitiinterNews highlights the importance of the gathering as more than a social occasion. It represents an opportunity to strengthen professional networks, encourage continuous learning and inspire participants to translate relationships into meaningful contributions to society.
For the Lagos Business School Alumni Association, the reunion offers an avenue to deepen alumni engagement and promote a culture of excellence, collaboration and service.
With distinguished personalities, traditional rulers and professionals coming together, the October 24 gathering underscored the enduring value of education, leadership and purposeful relationships.
As the association looks to the future, the expectation is that the connections established and commitments expressed at the reunion will develop into a lasting legacy of leadership, learning and meaningful contributions to national development.
EkitiinterNews will continue to spotlight individuals, institutions and initiatives making meaningful contributions to education, leadership, culture and community development across Ekiti State and Nigeria.
