A Monumental Honour: LASU Confers Honorary Doctorate on NICCI Chairman Otunba Femi Pedro

In a moment of great pride and celebration for the Nigerian-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI), its esteemed Chairman, Otunba Femi Pedro, was yesterday conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Business (Banking, Entrepreneurship, and National Development) Honoris Causa by Lagos State University (LASU). The ceremony, held as part of LASU’s 28th Convocation, brought together distinguished guests from academia, government, and business, all gathered to honour a man whose legacy of service continues to shape the nation’s economic and leadership landscape.

Otunba Pedro, a former Deputy Governor of Lagos State and renowned financial expert, has for decades exemplified excellence in public service and private enterprise. His visionary contributions to national development, particularly through strategic governance and economic empowerment, have earned him accolades both at home and abroad.

The Nigerian-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, under the dynamic leadership of President Mr. Ishmael Adegorioye Balogun, proudly stood behind this well-deserved recognition. Mr. Balogun, in an official statement, expressed profound joy on behalf of the entire NICCI leadership and members, describing the conferment as “a monumental honour that reflects the calibre of leadership Otunba Pedro brings not only to NICCI but to the nation at large.”

He continued, “This is more than just a personal milestone for our Chairman it is a celebration of integrity, dedication, and impact. We are immensely proud to have Otunba Femi Pedro lead our Chamber at such a crucial time in Nigeria’s economic evolution.”

The NICCI management, staff, and broader membership community joined voices to congratulate their Chairman, viewing this recognition as a powerful endorsement of the Chamber’s ongoing mission to strengthen bilateral relations and foster economic transformation through credible leadership.

The event also attracted the presence of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, among other dignitaries, further underlining the prestige of the moment. Governor Sanwo-Olu lauded the honourees, including Otunba Pedro, for their tireless service and unwavering commitment to national development.

As the curtains fell on the convocation ceremony, one thing was abundantly clear: Otunba Femi Pedro’s story continues to inspire and have a great impact on the Chamber.