Wole Oshin: Nigeria’s New Shining Light
It is not surprising that the Oshin of today is a distant alternative from what others would have expected. The man’s natural brilliance and vision are compounded by a spirit of seriousness, nevertheless making Oshin impressively passionate towards his business interests, which continue to increase as time passes.
Looking at his position today, one could say that any other person who experienced as much as he has would also reach such heights. But that is not necessarily true.
Take, for example, Oshin’s top business, Custodian Investment. Since he started serving as the company’s MD, he has wielded significant influence over the financial services industry, branching into the real estate sector. Being the majority stakeholder, investors are easily convinced that he is committed to their interests as anything that happens to the business would affect him more than anyone.
This kind of approach to business is not what anyone can do, not counting the average man who only wants to make a quick buck and disappear. Clearly, Oshin is in it for the long haul as characterised by his strategic investments in the company which are speculated to have reached N15.5 billion (or the equivalent of $11 million).
In addition to Custodian Investment, Oshin also has Custodian & Allied Insurance, CrusaderSterling Pensions, Custodian Trustees, and Custodian Foundation, all of which are doing remarkably well. With the Custodian Foundation, especially, Oshin is actively changing lives through his commitment to corporate social responsibility and community development.
Ultimately, the man who studied Actuarial Science at the University of Lagos and went on to walk on the finance path is determined to stand out all his life. There is no surprise to his new and shining light.