Billionaire businessman and philanthropist, Sir Kesington Adebukunola Adebutu, has announced a monumental donation of ₦3 billion to drive socio-economic and community development across key areas of Ogun State.
The revered lotto magnate made the announcement on Friday, pledging ₦1 billion each to Sagamu, Ikenne, and his hometown, Iperu-Remo. The funds, he stated, will be channelled toward infrastructural projects, education, healthcare, and youth empowerment initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life in the three local government areas.
Speaking during the presentation, Sir Adebutu reaffirmed his lifelong commitment to the upliftment of his community and the broader development of Ogun State. He emphasized that true wealth lies in the ability to give back and contribute meaningfully to society.
> “This gesture is a token of my gratitude to the people who shaped my journey. My vision is to see these communities thrive, with better schools, hospitals, and opportunities for our youth,” Adebutu said.
The philanthropist, popularly known as “Baba Ijebu,” has a long history of charitable giving and investment in public welfare. His foundation, the Kesington Adebukunola Adebutu Foundation (KAAF), has over the years supported education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation programmes across Nigeria.
Community leaders and government representatives lauded the donation, describing it as a timely intervention that would accelerate development and inspire other well-meaning Nigerians to invest in their communities.
The ₦3 billion commitment marks one of the largest individual community donations in recent years, reinforcing Sir Adebutu’s legacy as both a successful entrepreneur and a champion of grassroots development.
