Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii

CEO, Orient Group and President, Ultimus Holdings •

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

Intra-African Trade and the Nigerian Imperative

The volatile currency exchange rate has dominated public discourse on the economy for the most part of the year. As the Central Bank pushes fierce reforms to arrest the slide in the value of the Naira and, by extension,

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

A moral duty falls on us to extend our love to the orphaned and less privileged youngsters among us, shield them from abuse, and uphold their dignity.

They too are torchbearers of our collective future and have a right to aspire to a better life and a better world.

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

"Children are the living messages we send to a time we will not see." — Neil Postman

Today we celebrate the Nigerian child: the little ones who bring us joy, a sense of purpose, and hope for the future. An investment in children is an investment in that future.

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

While we celebrate the children under our love and care, let us also be mindful of the ones growing up with neither parental care nor adequate provision.

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

Today on May Day, we honour the invaluable contributions of Nigerian workers, even as we acknowledge and battle the challenges that persist.

Happy Worker's Day!

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

"If you want to go fast, go alone.
If you want to go far, go together."
— African proverb

As we celebrate Worker's Day, I extend my gratitude to each and every member of our teams. Your hard work and devotion to duty help drive our success and make our organisation what it is.

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

Strategic cooperation with export partners and proactive market-friendly policies should form the framework for Nigeria’s engagement with Africa and the globe.

Ultimately, the Naira will find its fair value and the economy will return to real growth and prosperity for Nigerians.

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

Intra-African Trade and the Nigerian Imperative

The volatile currency exchange rate has dominated public discourse on the economy for the most part of the year. As the Central Bank pushes fierce reforms to arrest the slide in the value of the Naira and, by extension,

[Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii @ifeanyiCodii]

In conclusion, there are both practical and national security reasons to prioritise trade with continental neighbours. As the AfCFTA gathers momentum, Nigeria must unleash its full industrial potential and contribute to Africa's economic integration and prosperity.