Billionaire businessman Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu’s name means different things to different people. To some, it stands for courage and tenacity, while it represents inventiveness, brilliance and distinction to so many others. The magnate is definitely not one of your run-off -the mill businessmen as his entrepreneurial success story can aptly be described as phenomenal. As a colossus in the business sector, Adebutu also blazed the trail in the Lotto business sector in the country. The Ogun State-born billionaire’s experience in the betting and lotto business is truly exceptional as he started the business in the country at the time many were scared of venturing into it. By this, the chairman of Premier Lotto successfully proved to the whole world that his pre-eminence in the business world is not a fluke. The boardroom titan —fondly called Baba Ijebu— has replicated the same success in other sectors he has ventured into, thus beating all odds to become a big player and a glittering light in Africa’s business climate.
Blessed with vigorous optimism, a boots-on-the-ground approach to his endeavours, an unflinching belief in destiny, it is not a surprise that giving has turned to Adebutu’s hobby, as he gives without blinking an eyelid. It’s what he knows how to do best. Apart from this, when you need a true friend, you think of the Odole of Yorubaland. A rock you can always count on in times of stormy seas. Selflessness is his defining trait. His reliability is unwavering. Adebutu, indeed, is a blessing to humanity. And many always look forward to paying him back for all his good deeds to humanity. His birthdays always score a hit. As the renowned philanthropist hits 88 years on Tuesday 24 October, Spotlight learnt his family members, associates and beneficiaries of his are upbeat and ready to celebrate him. Of course, the billionaire loves to engage in celebration of life, however, he has mellowed down a bit and wouldn’t be rolling out drums on that day as bigger plans are in the offing for when he will join the nonagenarian club. Yet, on his 88th birthday this year, he will be surrounded by his children with a toast, birthday songs, wishes and prayers.