Adebayo Ogunlesi Biography: Net Worth, Age, Wife, Children, Airports, House, Family, Education

Biography

Adebayo “Bayo” O. Ogunlesi (born December 20, 1953), also known simply as Adebayo Ogunlesi, is a distinguished lawyer and investment banker from Nigeria. He holds the prestigious positions of Chairperson and Managing Partner at Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP).

GIP is a leading private equity firm specializing in global investments in infrastructure assets. Adebayo Ogunlesi, with his extensive expertise and leadership, plays a crucial role in steering GIP’s investments and strategies across multiple nations.

Adebayo Ogunlesi
Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Adebayo “Bayo” O. Ogunlesi
Stage Name:	Adebayo Ogunlesi
Born:	20 December 1953 (age 70 years old)
Place of Birth:	Makun, Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria
State Of Origin:	Ogun State
Nationality:	Nigerian
Education:	Harvard Business School (1979), Harvard Law School (1979), KING’S COLLEGE LAGOS, Lincoln College
Height:	1.59 m
Parents:	Theophilus O. Ogunlesi, Susan Olorunfemi Peters
Siblings:	Folasade Ogunlesi, Lanre Ogunlesi, Kayode Ogunlesi, Adegbola Ogunlesi
Spouse:	Dr Amelia Quist-Ogunlesi (m. 1985)
Girlfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	Carl Ogunlesi, Geoffrey Ogunlesi
Occupation:	Lawyer • Investment Banker
Net Worth:	$2.3 billion (USD)

Early Life & Education

Born on December 20, 1953, in Makun, Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria, Adebayo Ogunlesi is a highly esteemed lawyer and investment banker with roots in the Yoruba culture. 

Among his siblings are notable individuals, including Folasade Ogunlesi, a pediatric pulmonologist in Washington DC; Lanre Ogunlesi, the founder of Skin Beauty Cosmetics; Kayode Ogunlesi, the founder of Skin Beauty Cosmetics; Adegbola Ogunlesi, an industrialist in the beauty industry and co-founder of the men’s fashion label, Sofisticat.

Adebayo Ogunlesi‘s father, Theophilus O. Ogunlesi, made history as the first Nigerian professor of medicine at the University of Ibadan, while his mother, Susan Olorunfemi Peters, served as a tutor at the CMS Girls’ School on Broadway in Lagos. Adebayo was raised in an environment guided by Christian principles.

Adebayo Ogunlesi pursued his education at prestigious institutions, including Harvard Law School, Harvard Business School, and King’s College. His academic journey reached its pinnacle with his Lincoln College, Oxford graduation.

Career

Adebayo Ogunlesi‘s professional journey commenced with a remarkable opportunity—securing a highly esteemed clerkship position for Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, laying a solid foundation for his legal expertise.

Subsequently, he honed his legal skills at Cravath, Swaine & Moore, a prestigious law firm in the bustling city of New York. However, in 1983, Ogunlesi made a significant career shift into investment banking, starting at First Boston and transitioning to Credit Suisse First Boston.

Ascending rapidly at Credit Suisse, Adebayo Ogunlesi attained top positions such as head of global investment banking and chief client officer. In 2006, he ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing GIP, a private equity firm specializing in worldwide infrastructure investments.

Under his leadership, GIP thrived, acquiring significant assets like Gatwick Airport, Edinburgh Airport, London City Airport, and the Port of Melbourne. Ogunlesi is dedicated to creating long-term value and positively impacting society through infrastructure development in critical sectors such as energy, transportation, and water.

Beyond his role at GIP, Adebayo Ogunlesi holds positions on influential boards, including Goldman Sachs and Stanford Law School. He actively supports Africa’s economic growth and has been honored with prestigious awards, including the Order of the Niger (CON), a highly esteemed accolade in Nigeria.

Who is the Richest Between Adebayo Ogunlesi and Aliko Dangote?

Adebayo Ogunlesi recently joined the roster of billionaires on Bloomberg’s index, where Aliko Dangote holds the top position with $15.3 billion, securing his status as the wealthiest individual in Africa.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: Adebayo Ogunlesi (@OgunlesiAdebayo) 
• Facebook: Adebayo Ogunlesi  

Personal Life

Adebayo Ogunlesi, a highly respected lawyer and successful investment banker, has been happily married to Dr Amelia Quist-Ogunlesi, an optometrist originally from Britain, for over three decades. Together, they have been blessed with two talented children who have made their mark in the music industry. 

Their firstborn, Geoffrey Ogunlesi, has established himself as a prominent music executive, while their younger son, Carl Ogunlesi, has excelled as a skilled music producer. The Ogunlesi family is a true testament to the power of love and support in nurturing successful careers and achieving personal fulfillment.

Net Worth

Adebayo Ogunlesi, a prominent businessman, is believed to have a net worth of approximately $2.3 billion. This estimation considers his stake in Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a company with which he is associated. It is estimated that Ogunlesi‘s stake in GIP amounts to around 17.5% of the company’s total value, which translates to a personal fortune of approximately $2.3 billion.