Former First Lady Patience Jonathan stated that she mentored Dr. Azibapu Eruani, Group President of Azikel Group, guiding him from his early days to become a prominent Nigerian businessman.

Former First Lady Patience Jonathan revealed she mentored Azikel Refinery boss Azibapu Eruani from a "small boy" to a successful businessman, introducing him to prominent figures like Dangote and Dantata.

Former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan, Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri, and NDDC Managing Director Dr. Samuel Ogbuku have praised Azikel Group for its industrialization efforts in Bayelsa.