Cavista Holdings' Niyi John Olajide Receives Honorary Degree

Mr Niyi John Olajide, the Chairman of Cavista Holdings, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.) degree by Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD) during the university’s 14th convocation ceremony on October 21. The event was attended by prominent figures including Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adejugbe.

Governor Oyebanji commended Olajide for his significant investments in agriculture, tourism, and job creation, noting that his company, Cavista Holdings, which includes Agbeyewa Farms and Glocient Hospitality, has invested millions of dollars in the state’s economy. The governor highlighted Olajide's role in transforming Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort into a world-class tourist destination, enhancing Ekiti's tourism profile.

The Ooni of Ife praised Olajide's commitment to community development, while the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti emphasized the need for more entrepreneurs to invest in the state.