Shobanjo, Aladekomo, Momoh honoured at Peak Performance Festival

Biodun Shobanjo, co-founder of Insight Communications; Ademola Aladekomo, founder of CHAM PLC; and John Momoh, chief executive officer of Channels Television, have been honoured with the Legacy Award of The Peak Performance Festival.

Speaking recently at the colourful event held at Muson Centre Onikan, Lagos, Abiola Salami, convener of The Peak Performance Festival, said the award was created to bridge the gap between the old generation who have succeeded in their way by creating multiple businesses and the young generation who are looking up to them for success.

Other award recipients were Nike Okundaye-Davies, Foluso Philips, Cosmas Maduka, Tunde Lemo, Austin Oyarekhua Alegeh FCIARB (UK), Taiwo Ajayi-Lycett, Fola Adeola (OFR), Richard Mofe Damijo and Stella Chinyelu Okoli.

Peak Performers award was given to Axa Mansard, Bank of Industry, Colton Group, Emerging Africa, GDL, Homework Group, Kenyon International, LAPO, Leadway and Lotus Bank.

Salami said by celebrating the trailblazers, the next generation of leaders and female executives would be inspired to reach new heights as the festival fosters a culture of excellence and entrepreneurship across the continent.

He noted that through targeted summits, workshops, and networking opportunities, the festival equips emerging leaders with essential skills, knowledge, and connections to drive success.

According to him, Peak Performance Festival has two goals; one is that they empower the demographics they serve and also celebrate the demographics they serve.

“We serve three demographics which are Champ Global Leadership Consulting. We serve young leaders who are actively engaged as career professionals and entrepreneurs who are under 40 years old. We serve them so that they can continue to deliver excellence,” Salami said.

“The second demographic we serve are women in leadership. Women who are first-line supervisors, regardless of whether she is only leading one person in an organization or they are at the very top of their organization.

“We also serve very senior leaders, both male and female, who are C-level executives. So, the Peak Performance Festival is that platform created to bring all of them together and dispense to them the insight they need on their level to drive growth.”

The convener further noted that the festival’s highlight is the Legacy and Corporate Award, which honours legacy leaders to inspire the youth.

He said the celebration seeks to recognise individuals who have made significant contributions, aiming to motivate young people to pursue their aspirations and become future leaders.

Salami emphasised that while challenges exist, there are also many positive developments in Nigeria and across the continent.

“When things are going right, let us say it,” Salami said, while also acknowledging the need for constructive criticism when improvements are necessary.

“This balanced perspective aims to foster a more optimistic and proactive approach to the continent’s progress.

“Over time, our contributions to organizations have led to noticeable growth in their revenue and significant improvements in their operational efficiency.”

Speaking shortly after receiving his award, Shobanjo noted that he is humbled by the recognition, which makes it the 77th award he has received in his working career.

Also speaking, Aladekomo commended the organisers for finding him worthy of the award, just as he charged young entrepreneurs with hard work and dedication.