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Financial services and asset management expert, Mr. Timothy Olawale Aderinola-Edward, has been honoured with an Award of Excellence at the 39th Lisabi Festival Special Awards and Dinner held at Adire Hall, Ake Palace, Abeokuta, in recognition of his leadership and contributions to financial innovation and wealth preservation in Egbaland.
The honour was presented by the Lisabi Festival Committee on behalf of the Egba Traditional Council and the entire people of Egbaland, under the authority of the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo.
The award citation praised Aderinola-Edward’s exceptional leadership at Thrive Financial Services and Assets Management Limited, noting that the company has continued to set benchmarks in financial innovation, investment advisory, and wealth management while promoting sustainable financial growth within and beyond Egbaland.
The ceremony attracted several prominent personalities from across Nigeria and the diaspora. Among those present was Mr. Wale Edun, OFR, Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, who was represented by Mrs. Kikelomo Longe, Special Adviser to the Minister. Also in attendance were Dr. Niran Malaolu and his wife, the owners of Boots Communications, operators of Rockcity FM Abeokuta, alongside other distinguished sons and daughters of Egbaland from home and abroad.
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| Mr. Timothy Olawale Aderinola-Edward, his wife, and other dignitaries at the 39th Lisabi Festival Awards in Abeokuta. |
Speaking after receiving the honour, Aderinola-Edward described the recognition as a call to deeper service and commitment to the development of Egbaland.
According to him, service to one’s community goes beyond financial contributions and involves dedication, intellect, and active participation in initiatives that advance collective progress.
He said:
“It is a call to serve. For me, there are things you can do that may not necessarily require money — your energy, your time, and your intellect. These are resources you can deploy to move around, engage stakeholders, and help bring meaningful initiatives to fruition for the leadership and people of the kingdom.”
The financial expert also assured the Egba Traditional Council and the people of the kingdom of his continuous collaboration and support for initiatives aimed at the socio-economic development of Egbaland.
A proud son of Egbaland, Aderinola-Edward has built a reputation in the financial sector as a strategic investment adviser and asset management professional, helping individuals and institutions manage wealth, develop sustainable financial strategies, and explore emerging opportunities within Nigeria’s evolving financial ecosystem.
In his remarks during the ceremony, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, expressed appreciation to the award recipients for their dedication to the progress of the Egba people. The monarch commended Aderinola-Edward for his contributions to financial development and for representing Egbaland with distinction in the professional and business community.
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In response, Aderinola-Edward expressed heartfelt gratitude to the monarch, the Egba Traditional Council, and the Lisabi Festival Committee for the recognition, noting that the honour would further inspire him to expand his contributions toward initiatives that strengthen the economic and developmental aspirations of Egbaland.
The Lisabi Festival, one of the most significant cultural celebrations of the Egba people, commemorates the legendary Egba hero Lisabi Agbongbo-Akala and serves as an annual platform to celebrate cultural heritage while recognising outstanding individuals who have contributed to the growth and prestige of Egbaland.
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