The Chairman of Odu’a Investment Company Limited, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, has called for stronger regional economic cooperation, strategic investments, and sustainable development across the Southwest region to unlock the vast potentials of Yorubaland and the Nigerian economy.
Otunba Ashiru made the call while speaking as the Special Guest of Honour at the 4th Annual Yoruba Global Conference, an event organized by the socio-cultural and economic advocacy group, Think Yoruba First.
Participating in a key panel focused on the “Economic Bloc Strategy,” the Odu’a Investment chief emphasized that forging a formidable regional economic ecosystem is vital for navigating the shifting dynamics of the global market.
He noted that strategic collaborations are no longer optional but necessary to secure a prosperous future for the region.
According to Ashiru, the pathway to sustainable growth lies in creating deliberate synergies that maximize local competitive advantages, attract capital, and build enduring infrastructure.
Addressing the changing landscape of the global economy, Ashiru stressed that driving meaningful growth requires an active partnership bridging multiple sectors.
He noted that consistent collaboration between government entities, private sector stakeholders, and the Nigerian diaspora remains essential to creating sustainable opportunities for the younger generation and ensuring community prosperity.
He further commended the organizers, guest speakers, and participants for fostering high-level, actionable conversations centered on the socio-economic advancement of the Southwest.
He expressed optimism that the ideas shared at the summit would serve as a catalyst for future development, reinforcing his commitment to working alongside stakeholders to build a more resilient, competitive, and globally respected Yoruba economic bloc.