Odu’a Investment commissions Lagos liaison office
By Esther Agbo
Odu’a Investment Company Limited (OICL) has commissioned its Lagos Liaison Office a key development aimed at expanding its operations and influence as a world class conglomerate.
Soeaking at the commissioning yesterday, the Group Chairman of OICL, Otunba Bimbo Ashiru described the role of the liaison office as a communication bridge between OICL and the investing community, describing it as a critical step in expanding the company’s footprint and enhancing its engagement with the global business landscape.
He expressed optimism that the new office would bolster the company’s efforts to become a world-class conglomerate.
“The liaison office will serve as a communication bridge between the holding company and the investing community.”
“This magnificent OICL Lagos liaison office where we are all gathered today is strategic in our drive towards accelerated growth and expanding the footprint of OICL.”
“What we are commissioning today is more than a mere physical space but a strategic asset that will facilitate easy asses to the business community, communication, and a step towards fostering international relationships and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of global business with finesses in our drive to be a world class conglomerate,” Ashiru stated.
Speaking on the symbolic and practical significance of this development, the Director-General of the Development Agenda for Western Nigeria (DAWN), Dr. Seye Oyeleye, in his goodwill message emphasized the deep-rooted historical and cultural significance of Odu’a Investments, drawing a direct line from the vision of Chief Obafemi Awolowo to the present day.
He emphasized that the company’s growth is not merely a business expansion but a continuation of a grand vision that has shaped the social, political, and economic aspirations of the Yoruba people.
He said, “OICL holds a unique place in the heart of every Yoruba person. Therefore we are not simply witnessing the expansion of a business entity, but the continuation of a grand vision that has shaped the collective social, political, and economic aspirations of Southwest Nigeria.”
“Chief Obafemi Awolowo’s social democratic philosophy sought to harness the power of capitalism for the greater good of all.”
“Odu’a Investments was, and remains, a crucial instrument in this noble pursuit. It stands as a beacon of hope, demonstrating that economic prosperity and social welfare can, indeed, go hand in hand.”
“OICL carries the weighty responsibility of living up to this lofty ideal set by its founding fathers. We, the Yoruba people, look to this organisation with the same eyes that gazed upon the transformative initiatives of the Awolowo era.”
“We expect nothing less than audacious thinking and ambitious projects that will reshape the landscape of Yorubaland and beyond.” He said.
Dr. Oyeleye also expressed confidence in the current leadership of Odu’a Investments, praising the efforts of Otunba Abimbola Ashiru, Chairman of the Board of Directors, the immediate past Group Managing Director (GMD) Mr. Adewale Raji, and the newly appointed GMD, Mr. Abdulrahman Yinusa.
He described the new office in Lagos as a “launchpad for greater achievements and a statement of intent that echoes the ambitions of our forebears.”
The event was graced by distinguished guests, OICL board members, and directors from various subsidiaries such as Odu’a Director, Mr Segun Olujobi, Odu’a Director, Otunba Lai Oriowo, Independent Director, Otunba (Mrs) Debola Osibogun, representative of the Lagos State SSG, Mrs Omotayo Gbajabiamila, and Mr Seni Adio, SAN, Odu’a Director at the event, and industry leaders.
