Billionaire businessman Femi Otedola has publicly celebrated 51 years of friendship with Segun Agbaje, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), describing him as a brother in a heartfelt tribute shared on his X page on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Otedola and Agbaje Reunite in Matching Outfits
In the post, Otedola shared a photo of the two men reuniting, both wearing similarly coloured outfits, and expressed his enjoyment in catching up and exchanging ideas with Agbaje after more than five decades of friendship.
“Today well spent with my brother Segun Agbaje, Group CEO of GTCO. With 51 years of friendship between us, it’s a pleasure catching up and exchanging ideas …F.Ote,” he wrote.
The post, accompanied by a photo of the pair, quickly drew reactions from followers who admired the enduring bond between two of Nigeria’s most prominent business figures.
Otedola’s Long-Standing Friendships in Spotlight
This tribute follows a pattern of Otedola sharing glimpses into his private gatherings with long-time friends, offering insight into relationships that have thrived alongside professional achievements.
Just a day earlier, on October 19, Otedola hosted a dinner in honour of Obafemi Hamzat, the incoming Governor of Lagos State, whom he revealed he has known for 49 years. In a separate post, he recalled sharing a bunk bed with Hamzat at boarding school nearly five decades ago.
“Yesterday, I hosted dinner in honour of @DrObafemiHamzat, the incoming Governor of Lagos State. A man of the highest integrity, with whom I shared a bunk bed at boarding school 49 years ago. My experience of his character over the years has been defined by his honesty, sincerity, fairness and strong moral principles… F.Ote,” Otedola wrote.
Friendship Rooted in Shared History
Otedola praised Hamzat’s character, citing his honesty, sincerity, fairness and strong moral principles as qualities that have defined their relationship. He expressed confidence in the values Hamzat would bring to his new role as Lagos State governor.
The two posts reflect Otedola’s deep appreciation for friendships that have endured from his school days to his relationships with influential figures in Nigeria’s business and political circles. His public acknowledgements highlight the importance of personal bonds in a landscape often dominated by professional rivalry.
Otedola’s celebration of these long-standing relationships underscores a theme of loyalty and continuity, as he continues to maintain close ties with key figures in Nigeria’s corporate and political spheres.
