Owelle Okafor, An Industrialist With The Heart Of Gold

By: Chuks Ogbu

A Famous Tibetan Buddhist leader, Delai Lama Is credited with a quote — “The creation of a more peaceful and happier society has to begin from the level of the individual, and expand to one’s family, to one’s neighbourhood, to one’s community and so on”.

Owelle Greg Okafor is a prominent Aba based business magnate, known not only for his business acumen but also for his significant contributions to the development of the society through philanthropy and entrepreneurial support. His efforts have sparked discussions on the role of private individuals in driving socio-economic development in Abia State.

Owelle Okafor, an indigene of Anambra State is a major stakeholder in the hospitality industry as his hotel Ibiza Hotels and Resort Aba is ranked among of the best hotel facilities in South East Nigeria. He is also the CEO of Oris group owners of Oris Club Aba.

Owelle Okafor is a major employer of labour in Abia with thousands of workers under his payroll.

A Man with a heart of gold whose philanthropic gesture speaks volumes. He is an advocate for societal development.