The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ekiti State Chapter, has congratulated its Grand Patron, Dr Niyi John Olajide, on the conferment of an honorary Doctor of Letters degree on him by Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD).
The association, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its Chairman, Mr Qozeem Oladapo, and Secretary, Mrs Bisi Ogunleye, described the honour as well deserved.
Olajide is being conferred with the honorary degree on Wednesday by the university’s Chancellor, Aare Afe Babalola, in recognition of his contributions to societal development.
The association noted that Olajide had made significant contributions to agriculture, economic development, entrepreneurship, technology, community development and sports.
It described him as a successful entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist whose business interests and development initiatives had continued to contribute to the growth of Ekiti State and Nigeria.
The association said Olajide, who leads several business and development organisations, including Cavista Holdings and Axxess, had demonstrated a strong commitment to enterprise development and human advancement.
SWAN expressed appreciation for his support for the association and his contributions to the development of sports and society.
The association prayed for God’s continued blessings, good health and long life for Olajide, his family and his team, urging him to sustain his contributions to humanity.
It wished him greater accomplishments in his business and humanitarian endeavours.
