The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has called on Nigerians living abroad to return home and channel their expertise and resources into developing their communities.
Speaking at the second edition of the Traditional Rulers’ Retreat held at the Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort in Ekiti State, the monarch stressed the importance of diaspora investment in driving grassroots development.
The event was organized by Cavista Holdings and Agbeyewa Farms.
The Ooni commended Cavista Holdings Chairman, John Olajide, for his multi-billion-naira agricultural investment through Agbeyewa Farms, which he said is significantly contributing to job creation and economic growth in the state.
He urged traditional rulers across the country to play active roles in supporting investors and protecting their investments, emphasizing that peace and cooperation within communities are essential for any business venture to thrive.
“In every community, traditional rulers are the bridge between the people and development,” the Ooni said. “Investors rely on the peace and support we provide to ensure their investments succeed.”
Also speaking at the retreat, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji, represented by his Chief of Staff, Oyeniyi Adebayo, highlighted the role of monarchs in attracting and sustaining investment.
He noted that traditional institutions must ensure peaceful environments for businesses to flourish.
“Investors look for peace and partnership. Where there’s conflict, investment flees. Monarchs are in the best position to calm dissent and foster unity,” Adebayo said.
In his remarks, Olajide stated that the retreat was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the private sector and traditional rulers to boost economic development through sustainable investments.
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