So much has been said about Mr. Austin Avuru, one of the greatest Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) in Africa and an entrepreneur par excellence.
But as he steps down as the CEO of Seplat PLC, I’d like to write about “Austin Avuru the Friend”…a friend with a value system that integrates hard work, dedication, truth and integrity.
Austin Avuru, is a philanthropist, passionately driven by the innate desires to extend love and lifelines to the less privileged, good causes and societal development.
Austin Avuru is full of life and laughs. He is sociable, the life of a party with a laugh that vibrates a room.
Austin loves and enjoys the best things in life. He is stylish, poised and articulate. He is a rare specie of brilliance and intelligence.
AA, as he is fondly called by friends, is an intellectual powerhouse. He is strong, silent, and well contained.
He is stylish and fashionable in an aristocratic way, always looking original and professional. He is organised, well planned, well groomed, well cut and well put together.
He is noble in character and humility is synonymous with him. He hub nubs with the creme de la creme of high society and like a godfather, he will always be around.
Austin Avuru is a walking knowledge bank. Knowledge is synonymous with power…
He possesses distinctive qualities that have set him apart as an outstanding leader.
AA is an eloquent and skillful communicator. He has mastered the art of public speaking and he is a refined orator. He is engaging, attractive and his delivery is always intelligently crafted. When he speaks, the silence from the crowd is evident of his intellectual prowess.
He is energetic and is an energy in the energy sector. He has an insatiable appetite for study, advancement and development.
Austin Avuru, is a thoroughbred industry professional and vocal advocate of indigenous participation in the exploration and production sector of the Nigerian oil industry,
He is a sought after speaker and writer on oil and gas, and a mentor and role model to several young and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to make a landmark in their generation.
Austin Avuru is consistent and passionate about self-development and growth.
Austin Avuru is a trailblazer and pacesetter for entrepreneurs.
His records, standards, accomplishments and meritorious achievement sets him ahead as a force to reckon with nationally and internationally.
Austin Avuru, is charming, attentive, courteous and chivalrous.
He is a man of good social position, he is affluent and enjoys the best things of life.
My fingers are crossed in hope and anticipation at the next level of your rising.
I doff my hat to you AA.
Dr. Tessy Okenabirhie, is a Lawyer with the Department of Petroleum Resources.
