By Asaye Bankole
Dr. Paul Oche Adoyi, a veterinarian, farmer, agribusiness entrepreneur and innovator, is among the distinguished personalities selected for recognition at the 2026 Southwest Legends Lecture and Awards organised by D Chronicle Media Ventures.
The event is scheduled to hold on October 22, 2026, at the Olusegun Aganga Hall, International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Oyo State.
Themed “Legends of Service: The Southwest Blueprint for Nation Building,” the programme will feature a public lecture, presentation of awards and the unveiling of a special publication celebrating the 2026 Southwest Legends.
Adoyi, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine graduate of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has built a career spanning veterinary medicine, agriculture, livestock production, agribusiness, technology and entrepreneurship.
After obtaining his DVM degree in 2004, he expanded his professional activities beyond clinical veterinary practice into commercial agriculture and agribusiness, with practical experience in poultry, piggery, livestock and crop production.
He is the Managing Director of Farmergiant Nigeria Limited, an agricultural enterprise involved in modern farming and livestock production.
The company also manufactures the MaryWhite (MW) brand of egg incubators, including large-capacity equipment designed for commercial poultry hatchery operations.
Through his work in the agricultural sector, Adoyi has been involved in areas of animal production, breeding, biosecurity, incubation and farm development, while promoting the use of technology to improve agricultural productivity.
His agricultural advocacy focuses on strengthening local production, encouraging value addition, expanding opportunities for young people and making agriculture more attractive as a viable business and career pathway.
Beyond agribusiness, Adoyi has participated in initiatives involving youth empowerment, education and community development, including training and capacity-building activities for professionals in the agricultural sector.
He is also active in public affairs and has been identified as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) senatorial candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District in the 2027 elections.
Adoyi’s recognition at the Southwest Legends Awards highlights a career that combines professional expertise with entrepreneurship, agricultural innovation and community engagement.
The 2026 Southwest Legends Lecture and Awards will feature Professor Ambrose Ayelari, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, as Guest Speaker, while Comrade Adewale Adeyanju, former President-General of the Maritime Workers Union, will serve as Chairman.
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, is expected to attend as Special Guest of Honour.
The ceremony will commence at 1 p.m. on October 22, with the lecture, awards presentation and launch of the special publication forming the major highlights of the programme.
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