By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The Chairman of Unique Motors, Prince Adesina Adebiyi, was on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, named the ECOWAS Youth Ambassador of Peace.
His recognition by ECOWAS came as a result of his dedication to uplifting the economic productivity of Nigeria, both on a national and an international level.
“In lieu of your great works in business and entrepreneurship contributions to the development and empowerment of young people we recognize your commendable works for humanity and as a philanthropist par excellence,” the organisers of the award said in a statement to the awardee.
Also, from the office of the Presidency, ECOWAS Youth Council, there were commendations for his laudable commitment to excellence with a part of a statement saying, “The achievements of Prince Adesina cannot be over-emphasized, he has achieved gainfully as a vibrant entrepreneur, business magnate, and a great philanthropist.”
Mr Adebiyi is one of the top Nigerian auto dealers, thriving in the sale of luxury cars through his Unique Motors company, which was established in September 2011.
The businessman, through tenacity and razor-sharp focus, turned the baby company into a titan in the luxury car sale business.
Although his operations till date have been limited to the boundaries of Lagos it has, over the years, expanded within the state, stretching to Lekki, Festac, Abule Egba and Omole Estate. And all the offices in those areas are fully functional.
Except for retailing brand new cars, Unique Motors also handles maintenance, car upgrade, and reselling of used cars. His business acumen has been praised by many.
ThisDay reported: “Since coming onto the corporate scene as a young and visionary entrepreneur, Adebiyi Adesina has received several awards, most of which are in recognition of his grasp of enterprise, business character and productivity.”
The business magnate was praised for his strides and accomplishments, and complimented that he merited the award for ECOWAS Youth Ambassador of Peace.
Mr Adebiyi’s philanthropy and charity gestures, his support for social creativity and innovations, his passion for youth empowerment and development, did not go unnoticed. These were the things that caught the attention of ECOWAS.
