Dr. Ezekiel Adamu

Dr. Ezekiel Adamu

Chairman, The Balmoral Group

Dr. Ezekiel Adamu is a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and industry pioneer renowned for transforming Nigeria's event management and sportainment landscapes. With a background in Computer Science from the University of Bedfordshire and a Master's degree in Financial Decision Analysis from the University of Portsmouth, Dr. Adamu also holds a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Hons) in Business Management & Corporate Governance. His career began at Schlumberger Nigeria, but his entrepreneurial drive led him to establish The Balmoral Group in 2006—a trailblazing conglomerate that has become synonymous with innovation and excellence in events, hospitality, and entertainment.

Under Dr. Adamu’s leadership, The Balmoral Group has grown from a single event center to a thriving enterprise managing multiple premium venues such as the Balmoral Convention Centre (Victoria Island), Balmoral Gardens (Oregun), and more. He also founded Gamerush, a groundbreaking platform merging sports, entertainment, and technology, which has redefined Nigeria’s sportainment industry. His ventures have not only set new standards for service and innovation but have also played a pivotal role in grassroots sports development.

Dr. Adamu’s achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including the City People Award for Events Company of the Year and the Impactful Patriotic Award of Distinction. Beyond his business ventures, he established The Balmoral School of Event to train hospitality professionals, further cementing his legacy as a builder of industries.

Happily married to Oluwakemi Adamu and a proud father of three, Dr. Ezekiel Adamu embodies excellence, innovation, and vision. His unwavering commitment to delivering superior experiences has left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s business landscape, inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs to follow in his footsteps.