Optiva's Franklin Nechi Advocates Global Access for Wealth

Franklin Nechi, the Chairman of Optiva Capital Partners, addressed African entrepreneurs, investors, and families at the Optiva Capital Partners’ Quarter Three/Four Media Parley. He emphasized the need to move beyond traditional wealth accumulation and embrace global access as a strategic tool for business growth, family security, and intergenerational legacy.

The event was themed ‘From Access to Legacy: Building the African Family’s Global Future’ and highlighted key themes from Optiva’s 2026 thought-leadership programme. Nechi stated that wealth without access is stranded wealth, noting that substantial assets can constrain individuals lacking the ability to engage in international business.

He described a shift in African wealth philosophy towards positioning rather than mere accumulation. Nechi argued that global mobility facilitates capital circulation rather than flight, enabling greater investment in Africa.

He advised investors to work with credible advisers and emphasized that Optiva focuses on strategic advisory rather than merely selling residency or citizenship programmes.