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His Royal Majesty brings approximately four decades of experience in international maritime operations, corporate leadership, strategic management and public service. A qualified Master Mariner, he held several senior management positions at ExxonMobil, including Manager of Marine Operations in Nigeria, before retiring in October 2014.

His Royal Majesty served as National President of the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners from 2008 to 2013, where he championed maritime safety, professional development and industry advancement. He also served on the Lagos Pilotage Board of the Nigerian Ports Authority.

In further recognition of his outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s maritime industry and longstanding service to the Association, the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners announced in a letter dated 20 July 2026 its decision to confer upon His Royal Majesty the title of Fellow of the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners. The conferment was scheduled for the Association’s Annual General Meeting on 17 October 2026 in Lagos.

He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Maritime Law with Distinction and a Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Law from London Metropolitan University, United Kingdom, as well as a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Transport Studies from Ogun State University, now Olabisi Onabanjo University.

In recognition of his distinguished leadership, contributions to public service and commitment to community development, His Royal Majesty was conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Public Administration degree by Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti, in March 2025.

Following his selection as the 27th Ogoga of Ikere Kingdom in March 2015, he formally received his Staff of Office on 6 July 2015. Since ascending the throne, he has continued to demonstrate a strong commitment to traditional leadership, peace, community advancement and sustainable development. He currently serves as Chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers, providing leadership within the state’s traditional institution.

Beyond his traditional responsibilities, His Royal Majesty has actively supported community development and entrepreneurship. As a founding member of the Ikere Development Forum, he has contributed to initiatives promoting infrastructure improvement, healthcare, economic development and employment opportunities.

As Chairman of the Board of Trustees of High-Flyers University, His Royal Majesty brings a wealth of experience in institutional governance, strategic leadership, international business and community engagement. His distinguished career and commitment to education provide valuable guidance in advancing the University’s mission of combining academic excellence with practical skills, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and character development.