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| '''Prince Dr. Samuel Adedoyin''' (born December 4, 1935) is a ] industrialist and philanthropist. He is the founder and chairman of the Doyin Group of Companies, a conglomerate with interests in manufacturing, real estate, banking, hospitality, and energy.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Prince Samuel Adedoyin: A Glittering Light in the Business Firmament at 88 – THISDAYLIVE |url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/12/03/prince-samuel-adedoyin-a-glittering-light-in-the-business-firmament-at-88/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=www.thisdaylive.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Edema |first=Grace |date=2024-12-05 |title=Renowned industrialist Adedoyin clocks 89, recounts early-year struggles |url=https://punchng.com/renowned-industrialist-adedoyin-clocks-89-recounts-early-year-struggles/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=Punch Newspapers |language=en-US}}</ref> | '''Prince Dr. Samuel Adedoyin''' (born December 4, 1935) is a ] industrialist and philanthropist, renowned for his significant contributions to ] industrial and economic development. He is the founder and chairman of the Doyin Group of Companies, a conglomerate with interests in manufacturing, real estate, banking, hospitality, and energy.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Prince Samuel Adedoyin: A Glittering Light in the Business Firmament at 88 – THISDAYLIVE |url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/12/03/prince-samuel-adedoyin-a-glittering-light-in-the-business-firmament-at-88/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=www.thisdaylive.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Edema |first=Grace |date=2024-12-05 |title=Renowned industrialist Adedoyin clocks 89, recounts early-year struggles |url=https://punchng.com/renowned-industrialist-adedoyin-clocks-89-recounts-early-year-struggles/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=Punch Newspapers |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
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| == Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
| Born in ], Nigeria, Adedoyin hails from Agbamu in ]. He completed his formal education up to Standard Four and did not pursue further formal education. |
Born in ], Nigeria, Adedoyin hails from Agbamu in ]. He completed his formal education up to Standard Four and did not pursue further formal education. Despite this, he ventured into business in 1950, demonstrating innate business acumen and determination.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2015-12-11 |title=Chief Samuel Adedoyin Glitters At 80 |url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/chief-samuel-adedoyin-glitters-at-80/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Admin |date=2016-08-08 |title=ADEDOYIN, Prince (Dr.) Samuel Ogundele |url=https://blerf.org/index.php/biography/adedoyin-prince-dr-samuel-ogundele/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2017-12-08 |title=Samuel Adedoyin glitters At 82 |url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/samuel-adedoyin-glitters-at-82/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> | ||
| == Career == | == Career == | ||
| Adedoyin began his business career as a petty trader and |
Adedoyin began his business career as a petty trader and, through hard work, expanded into various sectors. In 1968, he established the Doyin Group of Companies, which includes: | ||
| * Doyin Investment Nigeria Ltd. | * Doyin Investment Nigeria Ltd. | ||
| * Doyin Motors Ltd. | * Doyin Motors Ltd. | ||
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| * Mat Manufacturing Company Ltd. | * Mat Manufacturing Company Ltd. | ||
| * Doyin Cash and Carry Stores | * Doyin Cash and Carry Stores | ||
| The group is |
The group is known for producing high-quality products such as toothpaste, seasonings, detergents, fruit juices, noodles, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemical products. Many of these products are in demand both in ] and neighboring countries like ], ], and ].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Prince Samuel Adedoyin’s Good Deed Rewarded – THISDAYLIVE |url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2024/03/03/prince-samuel-adedoyins-good-deed-rewarded/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=www.thisdaylive.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Nigeria |first=Guardian |date=2017-12-08 |title=Samuel Adedoyin glitters At 82 |url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/samuel-adedoyin-glitters-at-82/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Prince Samuel Adedoyin: A Glittering Light in the Business Firmament at 88 – THISDAYLIVE |url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/12/03/prince-samuel-adedoyin-a-glittering-light-in-the-business-firmament-at-88/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=www.thisdaylive.com}}</ref> | ||
| == Philanthropy and Educational Contributions == | == Philanthropy and Educational Contributions == | ||
| Adedoyin has made philanthropic contributions, particularly in education. He established a Foundation Fund for the Handicapped and Less Privileged Children at the ]. |
Adedoyin has made significant philanthropic contributions, particularly in education. He established a Foundation Fund for the Handicapped and Less Privileged Children at the ]. In recognition of his support for education, he was appointed as the pioneer Chancellor of , Lagos, in 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Meshioye |first=David |date=2024-06-08 |title=Adedoyin pledges commitment to educational development |url=https://guardian.ng/news/adedoyin-pledges-commitment-to-educational-development/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=You are being redirected... |url=https://kwarastate.gov.ng/press_releases/kwara-gov-salutes-industrialist-adedoyin-at-88/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=kwarastate.gov.ng}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Trinity University graduates first set, makes Adedoyin its Chancellor – Trinity University Website |url=https://www.trinityuniversity.edu.ng/trinity-university-graduates-first-set-makes-adedoyin-its-chancellor-2/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=www.trinityuniversity.edu.ng}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Samuel Adedoyin, Redefining Philanthropy at 89 – THISDAYLIVE |url=https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2024/12/01/samuel-adedoyin-redefining-philanthropy-at-89/ |access-date=2024-12-20 |website=www.thisdaylive.com}}</ref> | ||
| == Awards and Recognitions == | == Awards and Recognitions == | ||
| Adedoyin has received |
Throughout his career, Adedoyin has received numerous awards and honors, including: | ||
| * ], 1987 | * ], 1987 | ||
| * Kwara State Merit Award, 1988 | * Kwara State Merit Award, 1988 | ||
Revision as of 17:14, 20 December 2024
'''Prince Dr. Samuel Adedoyin''' (born December 4, 1935) is a Nigerian industrialist and philanthropist, renowned for his significant contributions to Nigeria's industrial and economic development. He is the founder and chairman of the Doyin Group of Companies, a conglomerate with interests in manufacturing, real estate, banking, hospitality, and energy.
| OFRPrince Samuel Adedoyin | |
|---|---|
| Born | Prince Samuel Adedoyin 04/12/1935 Lagos State. |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Industrialist |
| Years active | 1950-Present |
| Organization | Doyin Group Of Companies |
| Honours | Officer of the Order of Federal Republic |
Early Life and Education
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Adedoyin hails from Agbamu in Kwara State. He completed his formal education up to Standard Four and did not pursue further formal education. Despite this, he ventured into business in 1950, demonstrating innate business acumen and determination.
Career
Adedoyin began his business career as a petty trader and, through hard work, expanded into various sectors. In 1968, he established the Doyin Group of Companies, which includes:
- Doyin Investment Nigeria Ltd.
- Doyin Motors Ltd.
- Starco Motors Ltd.
- Doyin Property and Trading Company Ltd.
- Mat Manufacturing Company Ltd.
- Doyin Cash and Carry Stores
The group is known for producing high-quality products such as toothpaste, seasonings, detergents, fruit juices, noodles, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemical products. Many of these products are in demand both in Nigeria and neighboring countries like Niger, Gabon, and Togo.
Philanthropy and Educational Contributions
Adedoyin has made significant philanthropic contributions, particularly in education. He established a Foundation Fund for the Handicapped and Less Privileged Children at the University of Ilorin. In recognition of his support for education, he was appointed as the pioneer Chancellor of Trinity University, Lagos, in 2024.
Awards and Recognitions
Throughout his career, Adedoyin has received numerous awards and honors, including:
- Officer of the Federal Republic (OFR), 1987
- Kwara State Merit Award, 1988
- Freedom of the City of London, 1990
- Pan African Heritage & Broadcasting Achievement Award
- National Productivity Merit Award by the Federal Government of Nigeria
References
- "Prince Samuel Adedoyin: A Glittering Light in the Business Firmament at 88 – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
{{cite web}}: no-break space character in|title=at position 24 (help) - Edema, Grace (2024-12-05). "Renowned industrialist Adedoyin clocks 89, recounts early-year struggles". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- Nigeria, Guardian (2015-12-11). "Chief Samuel Adedoyin Glitters At 80". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- Admin (2016-08-08). "ADEDOYIN, Prince (Dr.) Samuel Ogundele". Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- Nigeria, Guardian (2017-12-08). "Samuel Adedoyin glitters At 82". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- "Prince Samuel Adedoyin's Good Deed Rewarded – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- Nigeria, Guardian (2017-12-08). "Samuel Adedoyin glitters At 82". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- "Prince Samuel Adedoyin: A Glittering Light in the Business Firmament at 88 – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
{{cite web}}: no-break space character in|title=at position 24 (help) - Meshioye, David (2024-06-08). "Adedoyin pledges commitment to educational development". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- "You are being redirected..." kwarastate.gov.ng. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- "Trinity University graduates first set, makes Adedoyin its Chancellor – Trinity University Website". www.trinityuniversity.edu.ng. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- "Samuel Adedoyin, Redefining Philanthropy at 89 – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- www.premiumtimesng.com https://www.premiumtimesng.com/features-and-interviews/601334-full-list-special-nigeria-national-honours-awards-2023.html. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - "Prince Samuel Adedoyin's Good Deed Rewarded – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- Nigeria, Guardian (2017-12-08). "Samuel Adedoyin glitters At 82". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
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