IGBAOTUN: Amofin Beulah Adeoye, Of Mentoring and Mentorship || By Olajide Hamzat

Anyone who is determined to succeed at any task must understand the essential role of mentorship and mentoring. As a matter of fact, he must know that to see farther than others, as Isaac Newton once proclaimed, he must learn to stand on the shoulders of giants.

By all accounts, great mentors are like guides and guardians. At their best, they provide insights and foresights, ensuring mentees avoid the pitfalls that can derail or distract them from their goals. Like a coach to a team, a mentor helps individuals play with passion, uphold the principles that define success, and navigate challenges with wisdom.

In politics and business, standing on the shoulders of a giant mentor is the surest way to see farther, achieve more, and gain deeper wisdom. The late Alhaji Lateef Jakande, the first civilian governor of Lagos State, was encouraged to join politics by the Sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. By the time “Baba Kekere,” as he was fondly called, was removed from office in 1983, he had transformed Lagos into a beacon of hope and prosperity.

Beyond his investments in free education, healthcare, and employment opportunities, his vision for affordable housing stood him out. His low-cost housing schemes in areas like Amuwo Odofin, Ijaiye, Ikorodu, Dolphin, and Oke-Afa demonstrated his commitment to public welfare and urban development. This proves that when preparation meets the right mentorship, the result is always transformational and phenomenal.

Similarly, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has emphasized that he has no political godfather, but he surrounds himself with experienced advisors. His Governor Advisory Council (GAC), though not constitutionally mandated, plays a crucial role in guiding his administration. The result? A governor whose approval ratings, credibility, and popularity continue to soar.

“I have no godfather. God is the father,” Governor Makinde said in 2021, addressing claims that his administration was being influenced by powerful figures in the state.

Amofin Beulah Adeoye is a firm believer in the power of mentorship. As the son of one of Nigeria’s leading professors of organic agriculture, he learned early in life the importance of wisdom from elders.

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His academic excellence at the University of Ibadan, where he graduated with a first-class degree in Law, set him apart. His journey continued with an internship at Klyneld Peat Marwick Goerdeler (KPMG), where his brilliance earned him a retention offer.

By design, internships are meant to introduce graduates to real-world experiences. They also provide an opportunity for the smart and ambitious to learn from industry giants. Amofin Beulah Adeoye was patient enough to learn, unlearn, and relearn—a quality that has fueled his meteoric rise in law, finance, philanthropy, leadership, and politics.

His journey exemplifies how mentorship and structured learning pave the way for success. His ability to adapt, innovate, and lead with compassion has positioned him as a solution provider, problem solver, and forward-thinking leader.

As this article by Olajide Hamzat illustrates, mentorship remains a powerful tool for shaping future leaders. In every sector—law, finance, governance, and beyond—the influence of a great mentor can be the difference between ordinary and extraordinary success.

Amofin Beulah Adeoye’s story is a testament to this truth. His commitment to mentorship, leadership, and community development continues to inspire the next generation, proving that with the right guidance, no dream is too big to achieve.