Mr. Gabriel Adeyoola

Mr. Gabriel Adeyoola is a seasoned businessman who brings with him a wealth of experience from a distinguished career in advertising that spanned over 16 years with some of the most notable agencies in Nigeria and abroad.

He began his advertising journey in 1969 as a Space Buyer with Lintas Nigeria Ltd. In 1971, he moved on to Grant Advertising International, an American agency, where he served as Media Executive. By 1974, he joined the British firm Ogilvy Benson & Mather as a Senior Media Executive.

In 1977, Mr. Adeyoola returned to Grant Advertising as Media Group Head and, two years later, undertook an international stint at McCann Erickson Advertising, London, an affiliate of Grant Advertising International.

In 1981, he co-founded Blue Bell Advertising, serving as its Managing Director until 1985, when he left to establish Esmark Limited, a logistics and LED lighting company which he has successfully led over the years.

Since joining rTSF, he has continued to contribute his time, experience, and wisdom in support of the Foundation’s vision of empowering young people through education