Ekiti House of Reps Caucus Applauds Cavista Holdings’ Transformational Investments in Agriculture and Tourism

Posted on July 31, 2025

L–R: General Manager, Glocient Hospitality, Lanre Sharafa Balogun; Members, House of Representatives, Ekiti Caucus, Hon. AVM Rufus Adeniyi Ojuawo; Hon. Olusola Fatoba; Hon. Olufemi Bamishile; Hon. Kolawole Akinlayo and Vice President/Executive Director, Cavista Holdings, Olumide Olayomi, during an official visit to Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Center

Members of the Ekiti State Caucus in Nigeria’s House of Representatives have commended Cavista Holdings for its significant contributions to agriculture and tourism during a recent visit to two of the company’s flagship investments — Agbeyewa Farms and the Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Center.

Led by Hon. Femi Bamisile, the delegation included AVM Rufus Adeniyi Ojuawo (rtd), Hon. Olusola Fatoba and Hon. David Kolawole Akinlayo.

The lawmakers were received by Cavista Holdings’ leadership team, including Olumide Olayomi, Vice President/Executive Director of Cavista Holdings; Lanre Sharafa Balogun, General Manager of Glocient Hospitality, a Cavista subsidiary managing the Ikogosi Resort, and Seyi Oska Aiyeleso, MD/CEO of Agbeyewa Farms.

At Agbeyewa Farms, located in the heart of Ekiti, the lawmakers expressed deep admiration for the scale, innovation, and impact of the agricultural project.

Reputed as Nigeria’s largest cassava farm, Agbeyewa is driving food security, youth empowerment, and rural development in the region.

“I used to think I had a farm, but after visiting Agbeyewa, I realized I have a garden,” remarked AVM Rufus Ojuawo.

Hon. Femi Bamisile, who reflected on his time living in the United States, added: “It baffles me that someone can be in his comfort zone in the U.S. and still think of investing in agricultural activity like this in Ekiti. This is more than giving back.”

Hon. David Akinlayo, moved by the transformation he witnessed, pledged further support: “I’m humbled today, and I’m happy because the Chairman of Agbeyewa Farms, John Olajide, is from my constituency. He has done wonderfully well here, and I’m going to sponsor 100 youths from my constituency for training.”

The visit also included a tour of the Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Center, which has undergone significant revitalization under the management of Glocient Hospitality.

Once in a state of disrepair, the resort is now reclaiming its place as a premier tourism destination in Nigeria.

“In my recent visits to Ikogosi, I was dazed that the same resort that had almost lost all its natural ambience and beauty has now been turned around by Glocient. Kudos to John Olajide and his team,” AVM Ojuawo stated.

Hon. Olusola Fatoba emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting such private sector-led initiatives: “We commend our amiable Governor, Mr. Abiodun Oyebanji, for his commitment to driving investment in Ekiti State. We also commend the patriotic zeal of the Chairman of Glocient and Agbeyewa, John Olajide. As members of the National Assembly, we will ensure Agbeyewa receives all the necessary support from relevant government agencies.”

The visit underscores the growing synergy between the public and private sectors in catalyzing socio-economic transformation in Ekiti State.

Cavista Holdings remains committed to building companies that create value, generate employment, and contribute to the long-term development of Nigeria.

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