Kano Business Community Laud Optiva Capital on Innovative Investment Immigration and International Real Estate Solutions

Businessmen and Professionals in Kano have commended Optiva Capital Partners, a premier wealth management company for its innovative products and services in investment immigration and international real estate. This commendation came during an exclusive business dinner organized by Optiva Capital aimed at showcasing global investment opportunities for Kano business Community during the weekend.

Speaking at the event, which held over the weekend at Amiingo Hotel Kano, Mr. Nduneche Ezurike, Group Head of Corporate Communications, Media, and Technology, who represented the CEO of Optiva Capital Partners, emphasized that Optiva's international network and global reach will avail businessmen opportunities in real estate, investment immigration, and insurance. Mr. Ezurike highlighted testimonials from thousands of families who have benefitted from Optiva Capital's services for over a decade. He noted that these success stories inspired the company to bring their services to Kano. He however expressed regret that many wealthy individuals have faced financial decline due to ignorance and misinformation on wealth retention, stressing the importance of working with trusted and seasoned experts like Optiva Capital Partners in taking informed investment decisions.

 Also making a product presentation at the event, the Regional Head of Northern Operations, Ms. Sylvia Onyalu, revealed that acquiring a second passport through Optiva Capital is a legal means of accessing over 140 countries to attain various unimaginable benefits. She explained that a second passport provides opportunities enjoyed by citizens of those countries, including world-class education at minimal tuition fees, quality healthcare, global mobility, investment access, and overall improved quality of life for themselves and their families.

On International Real estate opportunities, Ms Onyalu noted that “Whether you are interested in luxury residences, commercial properties, or vacation homes, our global network and local expertise will help you identify the best investment opportunities. Beyond this, Optiva Capital Partners excels in strategically placing our clients' investments in markets with high appreciation potential, solid rental returns, and effective inflation hedging. This approach helps you to augment your wealth and, very importantly, secure your assets, which form your family’s heritage.

”Guests at the dinner, including popular Nollywood actor Sani Danja, expressed their delight at the opportunities presented by Optiva Capital to Nigerians. Mr. Danja praised Optiva Capital for bringing such prospects to Kano State, noting the company's trusted track record in service delivery.

Alhaji Rufai Usman, a prominent businessman who attended the event, commended Optiva Capital Partners for their insightful presentation and highlighted the immense potential these opportunities hold for local businesses. Dauda Yahaya, another guest, echoed these sentiments, appreciating the company's dedication to empowering Kano's business community with global investment opportunities.

Optiva Capital Partners is Africa's largest provider of investment immigration and residency services. Optiva also provides specialist solutions in Investment Advisor, International Real Estate and Insurance Services.

The company is currently partnering with the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Nigeria in Diaspora Commission (NIDCom). The global vision of this partnership is to leverage Optiva's expertise and international network to provide structured business opportunities and connect Nigerians in the diaspora to global opportunities tailored to their families' needs.

Coalition of PDP Youth Wing of Delta South, Central Unit Stakeholders Forum Writes Natl. Chairman To Call Fmr. Gov. Okowa TO Order

  It is with a heavy heart that we write this letter to the leadership of our dear party which we have been loyal to for decades.

We sincerely appreciate the dogged contribution of Senator Ifeanyi Okowa in the emergence of the current Executive Governor of Delta State as the flag bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and also his eventual emergence as the Executive Governor at the 2023 General Elections. This feat should have made Okowa to assume the status of an Elders Statesman in Delta State .

Ironically,  this has not been the case since he handed over on May 29, 2023, as he has been carrying out clandestine activities to truncate and Jeopardise the activities of the current Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori.  This was evident in the choice of Members of his Executive Council where he nominated almost everyone across the 25 Local Government Council of the State.

The Local Government Elections is here and he has imposed his cronies on not only the Executive Governor Rt. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori,  but also the good people of Delta as it is normal that the Ruling Party in the State will eventually win all Local Government Areas in the forthcoming elections. 

It is quite sad that he has turned himself into a Nebuchadnezzar of some sort simply because he feels entitled as the man who brought Sheriff Oborevwori into power but who brought him to power between 2015-2023 never did that to him. 

Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, is one of the most selfish and ungrateful politician that has ever come out of Delta State,  and the South South Region of Nigeria. 

It will be recalled that prior to the 2023 General Elections,  the South South PDP Governors met and agreed that the Presidency should be zoned to the South but he singlehandedly rubbished that resolution as their Chairman for his selfish political ambition to be the Vice-President to a Northern candidate. 

This singular action of his polarized the PDP and eventually led to her losing key Party stakeholders to the opposition, which eventually led to the party losing the Presidential Elections. 

We wish to put it on record that just as he is an ex-governor in Delta State from Delta North, there are Ex-Governors in both Delta Central and Delta South which makes all of them Leaders in their various Senatorial Zones. His interference in the selection of Chairmanship candidates from the three Senatorial District of Delta State is not only disrespectful,  abnormal, and insulting to these Ex-Governors but also an affront on the collective will of the entire leadership and Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Delta South and Delta Central.

Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa actions has clearly demonstrated that the current Executive Governor of Delta State Rt. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori does not just have a grip over the affairs of the Party as the leader, but is a puppet to him.

Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, we will advise you to focus on your plots on how to unseat Senator Ned Nwoko in 2027 which you have been holding meetings with different people than wasting your precious time trying to turn Delta State into your personal enterprise as this will be resisted with the last drop of our blood.

SIGNED

MR. NAJITE AYERIRUE

COORDINATOR 

MR. CLEM PREYE OMARE 

SECRETARY 

MR. EWOMAZINO OLOMU

P.R.O

Delta PDP Drifting Into Crisis Over Okowa's Ambition, Group Warns

 A Socio-Political Group, Action Caucus has warned that except the National Leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) called the immediate past Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa to order over his overbearing tendency on the party and plans to impose council Chairmen in the forthcoming LG poll.

The group in a press release endorsed by its coordinator, Tetsoma Ayemidejo and Secretary, Elozonam Ugboma also called on well meaning Deltans to rise up against unhealthy godfatherism rearing it's head in the state in order to avoid the political debacle of Rivers State happening in Delta State. 

The group noted that Okowa's high handedness, especially as it concerns the running of the affairs of the state, if not urgently checked, may snowball into crisis that will consume the party in the state.

It further added that Okowa has began to build political structure to unseat Senator Ned Nwoko, the Senator Representing Delta North by planting his stooges at the council.

In a statement by the coordinator of the group and made available to newsmen in Asaba on Wednesday, the group noted that the former Governor's action has also hampered the governor from delivering the much promised dividends of democracy to the people of Delta. 

According to the group, the present issue that seems to be undermining the office of the Governor who is also the political leader of the PDP, is choice of the party's candidate for the forthcoming Local Government election in the state.

The group noted that Okowa has concluded plan to force his cronies as chairmen and other positions for the poll across the state.

"The reason for this is not far fetched; Okowa has not hidden is intention to go back to the senate come 2027.

"His preparation towards the ambition started as soon as Oborevwori was sworn in as Governor of Delta State where he (Okowa) single handedly handpicked almost all the Commissioners as well as other key positions for the incumbent Governor.

"Of course, he was instrumental to Oborevwori becoming the governor just as someone else was instrumental to him (Okowa) also becoming the governor, but his benefactor was not on his neck in the running of the state affairs.

"Okowa should  let Oborevwori be by assuming the status of an Elders Statesman in Delta State and not a godfather?

The group recalled that it was the former Governor ambition that contributed in no small means to the PDP misfortune in the 2023 Presidential election.

Vetifly co-founders declared wanted by EFCC

 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared wanted the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Emmanuel Wisdom Okoh and Chief Operating Officer and board member, Angel Odumodu of Vetifly Global Inc. for alleged stealing and obtaining money by false pretence. 

The anti-graft agency in a public notice on Wednesday, displaying the photographs of the wanted persons, said, “The public is hereby notified that the persons whose photographs appear above are wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of Conspiracy, Stealing and Obtaining Money by False Pretense linked to their company – Vetifly Global Inc.

Odumodu is 36 years old, and his last known address is: Plot 6, ELM Street, Osbourne Forshore Estate, Phase 2, Ikoyi, Lagos State.

“Okoh, 37, was last seen at Plot 6, ELM Street, Osbourne Forshore Estate, Phase 2, Ikoyi, Lagos State.”

Vetifly says on its website that it offers helicopter ride services that include intercity shuttle, intracity shuttle, sightseeing experience, and helicopter charter. It also claims to offer private jet charter and luxury pickups.

“We also offer direct flights to bespoke locations of your choice,” it claims.

 

WEMA BANK ALERTS CUSTOMERS TO FRAUDULENT ADVANCE PAYMENT REQUESTS FOR LOAN DISBURSAL

 Wema Bank, Nigeria’s foremost innovative bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has alerted its customers to beware of fraudulent antics involving requests for advance payments to secure loans, asserting that Wema Bank will never request any form of advance payment into personal or corporate accounts before disbursing loans.

This notice was issued following recent inquiries by customers who had received messages from fraudsters impersonating certain personalities and organisations, asking them to pay certain amounts into a 3rd party Wema Bank Account to secure a loan. The bank has responded to these inquiries, explicitly stating that Wema Bank loans do not come at any advance cost, and that all requests for advance payment for loan disbursement must be denied.

Wema Bank further charged customers to report all such cases to the bank by either sending an email to purpleconnect@wemabank.com with proof attached or sending a Direct Message (DM) to the bank’s official Instagram account @wemabank with proof attached as applicable; to enable the bank investigate and take further action to curb these incidences. 

Disclosing the appropriate channels for requesting their personal and business loans, Wema Bank reiterated that loans are accessible via the ALAT mobile App, the ALAT For Business app (for business loans) or their branches, all at no advance cost.

Wema Bank has remained consistent in safeguarding customers’ finances, protecting them from fraud and securing their financial future. It is commendable that the financial institution is so relentlessly committed to going the extra mile in ensuring the financial security of its customers and helping them avoid falling victim to fraud.

SANWO-OLU ELEVATES AKOSILE TO SPECIAL ADVISER, MEDIA AND PUBLICITY

 The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has elevated his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mr. Gboyega Akosile, to Special Adviser, Media and Publicity. 

The appointment, which took immediate effect, was announced on Wednesday in a letter dated March 13, 2024, and signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro.

 

"I wish to convey the approval of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State, of your new appointment as Special Adviser, Media and Publicity (Non-Cabinet Rank) to Mr. Governor. The appointment takes effect from 13th March 2024 to 21st May 2027.

 

"In appointing you, the State Government expects you to demonstrate a high level of dedication, diligence, and selflessness in the discharge of your duties to justify the confidence and trust reposed in you," the statement reads in part. 

 

Before his new appointment, Akosile was the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sanwo-Olu.  He had earlier served as Media Adviser to the Governor during the 2019 governorship campaign and in the same capacity after the swearing-in of Governor Sanwo-Olu for a second term.

 

He also served as Deputy Chief Press Secretary and later Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sanwo-Olu during his first term in office. 

 

Akosile holds Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in Theatre Arts from both the University of Ilorin and University of Lagos respectively. He also bagged a Master of Business Administration degree, MBA at the Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU between 2008 and 2010.

He has over two decades of robust career and hands on experience in journalism, media and perception management.

In his new role, Akosile is expected to continue his media and perception management of the Governor and his administration, in line with the Government’s THEMES+ development agenda.

NEPL/SEPLAT JV Kicks-Off the 2024 “Eye Can See” Initiative

 The NEPL/Seplat Energy JV has kicked off the 2024 edition of the Eye Can See initiative, one of its flagship Corporate Social Investment (CSI) in Benin, Edo State. The event, which took place at the Palace of the Oba of Benin, is designed to provide free optical treatment at all levels to members of the communities within NEPL/SEPLAT operational communities.

Photo Caption (Seplat -Eye Can See 2024) - L-R: Mildred Medinus, Broadcast Media Advisor, NEPL; Chief Victor Osa Uzamere, Obadolaye of Benin; Emmanuel Otokhine, Base Manager, Western Asset, Seplat Energy; Esther Icha, Manager, Corporate Social Investment, Seplat Energy; Faith Otitinor, Community Liaison Officer, NEPL and Chief Uyi Okungbowa, Ogua of Benin at the NEPL/Seplat Energy JV "Eye Can See" programme held on Wednesday March 13, 2024 at the Oba of Benin Palace, Edo State.

Specifically, the programme is targeted at men, women and children with eye problems and aims to ensure the provision of free eye care, visual aid and surgical treatment for Cataract, as well as reduce cases of permanent loss of vision. The initiative also provides free reading glasses, treats other related eye problems, educates patients on ways to care for the eyes and how to detect Glaucoma and also educate patients on lifestyle changes required to reduce the rates of Hypertension & Diabetes.

In his welcome address, the Managing Director, Seplat West Limited, Ayodele Olatunde, who was represented by the Base Manager, Western Assets, Emmanuel Otokhine, thanked the Edo State Health Management Board and other partners, who have supported the programme over the years.

He assured that, “Seplat and our JV Partner are committed to continuing this programme and all we ask is that you continued to cooperate with us, to take advantage of the opportunities that this programme offers and also spread the news to let others also enjoy the benefits of the programme”.

On his part, the Corporate Communications Manager, NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL) Alhaji Dahiru Abubakar, represented by the Community Liaison Officer, Faith Otitinor, said, “It is our pleasure as an organisation in partnership with SEPLAT to roll out the “Eye Can See” optical care program for the community. Over the years, we have partnered with highly reputable medical practitioners, who have proven themselves in the field of optical care to deploy this program and we pledge our undiminished collaboration towards human and capital development in Edo State.”

Also, while commending the Seplat Energy JV for its commitment to positively impacting lives through the Eye Can See initiative, Chief Isaac Oghafua, the Oyeoba of Benin, affirmed that, "Seplat has made significant strides in improving community health and the people living in our community have felt their impact. The Palace is always happy when this programme happens because our own family members within and outside the Palace have directly benefited from the initiative.”

The Eye Can See initiative which commenced 12 years ago has delivered over 96,000 eye treatments, dispensed over 45,000 reading glasses and performed more than 4, 000 surgeries. The current programme is projected to Screen 6,000 persons, perform 350 Surgeries and dispense 5,000 Reading Glasses across various communities.

The Seplat Energy JV collaborates with reputable medical practitioners and organisations, including the Family Health Outreach Association and the Medical Women Association of Nigeria, to deliver the Eye Can See Programme, in line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3, which is designed to deliver Good Health and Well Being, to ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing of all at all ages.

One of the beneficiaries of the ongoing programme, Mrs. Florence Ayewoh, expressed joy that she could see well again. “I am really grateful to Seplat for making me see well again. May God bless all of you and those who sent you to come.”