Presidential Treatment! Mike Adenuga Hosts Ghana’s Former President, John Dramani Mahama, in His Banana Mansion
It is often said that he who rides the tides of industry influences the thought of his times. Eventually, he commands the epochs that follow and impresses his name on eternity. Such an individual no doubt sways the applause of listening Senates. If he is cut of the rare stock that Dr. Mike Ishola Adenuga, GCON, CSG, hails from, he effortlessly attracts the patronage of leaders of men. Thus it was hardly surprising that Adenuga earned the good graces of the former President of Ghana, Dr. John Dramani Mahama. In a rare show of amity, the African richest billionaire took time off his busy schedule to dine with Mahama and some friends in his Banana Island sprawling mansion last Monday. The former president knew he was dining with a man of charisma, an industry titan well attuned to the grandeur of elite sovereigns and leaders of men. The VIP guests had undiluted fun in the billionaire’s home to their satisfaction and to their host’s delight. Yes, Adenuga is something of a visionary. But at the core of his vision is a deep sense of scale; a profound passion for industry and respect for the universe, in their separate immensities. The Forbes-certified billionaire businessman nurtures abiding love and respect for fellow humans, particularly those whose minds can somehow span the depth of his industry and citizenship of humanity. Adenuga embodies a revolt against tiresome ego and false modesty. He also understands that false modesty is a learned affectation. It’s just like decals. As soon as the world shakes the falsely modest person against the wall, that appropriated reserve will drop off them. Adenuga lives as if his intimidating billions doesn’t get to him. He hasn’t tried to become anybody else’s idea of a billionaire. He has remained himself, with earnest grace, tenderness and sense of humour. His power lies largely in his selfawareness and wit. Adenuga’s true appeal, though, lies in his meekness and transparency. Frequently likened to a champ and sometimes, a business genius, Adenuga naturally depicts the image of a modern day titan of industry. Having recorded a series of remarkable firsts in the highly competitive world of local and international commerce, there are no more worlds for Adenuga to conquer. Adenuga has created a legendary brand in Globacom, Africa’s biggest telecommunication network which is both a burden and blessing. But rather than submitted to the rigours and pressures of commerce, he towers in excellence thus creating a powerhouse that Africa can be proud of.