By Sunday Adepoju
In an era when humility rarely coexists with power, Prince Adeyemi Adeniyi has proven that true leadership is defined not by volume, but by vision. The Ogbomoso-born technocrat, now serving as the Director-General of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC) and the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), has become one of the quiet architects of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda—a man whose influence is felt more through impact than through words.
Prince Adeniyi’s story is a tapestry of grit refined by grace. From the bustling streets of Ogbomoso, Oyo State, to the nerve centre of Nigeria’s economic policy, his rise mirrors a journey of discipline, focus, and divine favour. His leadership style—anchored on humility, precision, and purpose—has redefined the tone and tempo of national economic diplomacy.
A distinguished technocrat, administrator, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and patriot, Prince Adeniyi exemplifies what it means to lead with intellect and empathy. His peers describe him as a visionary reformer, a strategic thinker, and a motivator whose optimism rekindles hope in others.
Renowned for his political acumen, he stands tall in World Youth Politics and within the United Nations system. His strategic brilliance and calm analytical mind have made him a dependable problem-solver in global political and economic affairs. Despite his towering profile, he remains grounded—guided by courage, integrity, and an unyielding devotion to service.
An alumnus of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, and the Western University of Ontario, Canada, Prince Adeniyi’s intellectual depth spans administration, economics, philosophy, and diplomacy. As President-General of the World Youth United Nations Organization and Convener of the Confederation of United Nations Youth (CUNY), he led transformative initiatives such as the Youth Empowerment Schemes Bill, which advanced the rights and welfare of young workers globally.
Through his Ambassador Adeniyi Adeyemi Foundation, he continues to empower thousands through education, entrepreneurship, and social welfare.
Global Recognition and National Relevance
Prince Adeniyi’s leadership has not gone unnoticed. His honours include:
United Nations Award of Most Excellent Youth in the World (2018)
Grand Commander of the World Youth United Nations Organization (2016)
Distinguished African Youth of the Year (2015)
He also served as Special Adviser to the Osun State Governor on Investment Promotion, where he developed practical strategies that attracted investors and strengthened the state’s economic base.
Since assuming his dual strategic roles under President Tinubu, Prince Adeniyi has pursued one mission—to restore investor confidence and make Nigeria competitive again in the global market. Through deliberate coordination between the Presidency, the Parliament, and the private sector, he has transformed the PEAC and PFIPC into engines of economic diplomacy and reform.
His proactive engagements have opened new investment corridors and partnerships linking Nigeria’s local priorities with international capital. His leadership was particularly evident during the Pre-World Economic Summit, which he spearheaded alongside global partners to position Nigeria as a focal point of Africa’s next growth wave—particularly in energy, agriculture, infrastructure, and the digital economy.
His synergy with the National Assembly to institutionalise investor-friendly reforms, and collaboration with the EFCC and regulatory bodies to establish transparent due diligence frameworks, underscores his commitment to accountability and ethical governance.
Yet, beneath his achievements lies a remarkable simplicity. Prince Adeniyi’s humility—his willingness to listen, his measured speech, and his calm demeanour—remains his greatest strength. Despite his global acclaim, he carries the air of a servant-leader, guided not by the pursuit of power but by a sense of divine purpose.
For many Nigerian youths, his journey embodies hope—the proof that integrity and innovation can indeed coexist. Under his stewardship, the PFIPC has become Nigeria’s front door for credible international partnerships, fostering an investment climate that is both attractive and accountable.
As Prince Adeyemi Adeniyi marks another year of life, his birthday transcends personal celebration—it becomes a tribute to service and purpose. His life tells a powerful story: that leadership, when anchored in humility and vision, becomes not a privilege but a legacy.
From the ancient city of Ogbomoso to the global corridors of diplomacy, Prince Adeniyi stands as a beacon of excellence and hope—an embodiment of what it means to serve one’s nation with grace, intellect, and conviction.
Happy birthday to Prince Adeyemi Adeniyi, a technocrat of purpose, a leader of promise, and a timeless symbol of renewed hope.
Sunday Adepoju
Acting Director, Information, Communication & Public Relations,
Federal Polytechnic Ayede, Oyo State.
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