Thank you for making The 2026 New Year Kickoff Summit not just a successful event, but a landmark moment; one that blended strategic insight, leadership depth, cultural intelligence, and collective energy in a way that truly set the tone for the year ahead.
From the very beginning, the Summit announced itself differently with a high level Keynote Speech from Dr. Abiola Salami, which challenged the audience to confront the reality that performance is not a matter of talent or intention alone, but of operating mode. The speech instantly shifted the room as anticipation gave way to alignment, and a shared sense of purpose took hold.
Through the now widely discussed framework of SHALAYE, DREAMER, GRINDER, and UNLEASH, the keynote offered a mirror not a judgment.
- SHALAYE exposed the danger of quiet stagnation: steadily and habitually amplifying lackluster attitudes and yearly excuses.
- DREAMER captured unrealized potential high belief and vision, but inconsistent execution.
- GRINDER reflected a reality many silently carry: getting results in demanding environments, but resentfully to produce outcomes while burning out.
- UNLEASH stood as the alternative: individuals and leaders who combine clarity with consistency, ownership with execution, and ambition with sustainability to unlock new levels of excellence and achieve spectacular heights.
Across C-Suite executives, Managers, and Emerging leaders alike, one message landed powerfully: these are not fixed identities; they are operating patterns. And with intention, movement is possible.
A defining highlight of the Summit was the performance of the theme song written and composed by Dr. Abiola Salami. When that same song returned at the close of the Summit, it carried a different energy altogether: what began as expectation ended as conviction. It was a powerful reminder that excellence is not accidental; it is intentional, collective, and sustained.
Strategy, Policy, and the Business Environment
The Summit’s intellectual depth was further strengthened by the CEO RoundTable led by Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga on strategy alingment for Board Chairs, CEOs and C-Level Executives helping leaders understand how to think strategically.
We had 6 breakout sessions facilitated by Dr. Waheed Olagunju; Mr. Bode Ojeniyi; Seyi Layade; Mrs Ochnaya Dan-Ugo; Khadija Okunnu & Dr. Tewa Onasanya.
This was complemented by a thought-provoking panel session featuring Mr. Yinka Adebayo, Ms. Oluwatoyin Naiwo and Prof. Wale Obadare, which brought diverse perspectives to the realities shaping business, leadership, and society today. The discussion challenged assumptions, surfaced nuance, and reinforced the idea that peak performance cannot be separated from context, culture, and consequence.
Mr. Tokunbo Akande, Special Adviser to Executive Chairman of LIRS, Dr. Ayo Subair anchored a high-level fireside chat on the New Tax Law. The conversation moved beyond theory to practical clarity on regulation, compliance, governance, and long-term value creation.
Culture, Creativity, and Human Energy
Balancing strategic rigor with human connection, Basketmouth’s fireside chat and comedy performance offered more than laughter; it delivered insight. In reminding us of the role of humour, perspective, and emotional release, the session underscored a critical truth: sustained high performance requires joy, not just pressure.
As the Summit drew to a close, the electrifying performances by Nigerian Idol stars Precious Mac & Victory Gbaks, combined with the final reprise of the theme song, transformed reflection into celebration. The room became a living expression of what the Summit stood for energy, belief, and alignment across generations and industries.
Staying in UNLEASH Mode: What Comes Next
To ensure the momentum from the Summit translates into daily discipline, we invite you to download The Peak Performer Africa App.
The App is designed to help our community remain in UNLEASH mode—providing daily performance insights that support:
- Consistency in how you think, lead, and act
- Clarity in decision-making and priority-setting
- Alignment between your goals, actions, and leadership standards
We encourage you to download now and enjoy Founders Access, giving you early entry into exclusive content, priority updates, and future Peak Performer programs as this ecosystem continues to grow.
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Our Gratitude
To our participants, thank you for your presence, openness, and engagement. To our faculty, speakers, and panelists, thank you for the depth, credibility, and generosity of your contributions. To our partners and the core team, thank you for the excellence and professionalism that made every detail seamless. And to everyone in our wider community and database, thank you for your continued trust and belief in this vision.
The 2026 New Year Kickoff Summit was not the end. It was the starting signal. As we move forward, the charge is clear: to raise our standards, to operate with intention, and to remain firmly in UNLEASH mode.
See you at The 2027 New Year Kickoff Summit.
