DR. OLUDARE AKANDE (OON): SOARING WITH VISION FROM BELLAGIO AIR TO EDUCATIONAL TRANSFORMATION IN NIGERIA - By Hon. Omoniyi Afeez (OXYGEN)

DR. OLUDARE AKANDE (OON): SOARING WITH VISION FROM BELLAGIO AIR TO EDUCATIONAL TRANSFORMATION IN NIGERIA - By Hon. Omoniyi Afeez (OXYGEN)

By Hon. Omoniyi Afeez (OXYGEN)

In every generation, there emerges a man whose vision and impact are too remarkable to ignore Dr. Oludare Akande, OON, an American-trained financial expert, a renowned entrepreneur, and a selfless philanthropist whose commitment to national development is being etched in history.

With his innovative leadership, Bellagio Air Company has become a symbol of excellence in aviation, reflecting not just business success but a deeper purpose of national advancement and global relevance. But for Dr. Akande, flying aircrafts isn't the only way to elevate a people he's lifting destinies through education.

His commitment to intellectual empowerment is beautifully manifested in the establishment of two prestigious institutions: the American Polytechnic, Wasimi located in Oke Ogun, and the America International University of Nigeria, majestically seated in the city of Ibadan. These citadels of learning are not just bricks and mortar, but beacons of hope built with the intent to shape future leaders and innovators.

Dr. Akande is more than a philanthropist. He is a nation builder with a heart of gold , doting, deliberate, and dedicated to the growth of his people. His legacy is not only found in institutions, but in every young dreamer whose life will be changed forever by the opportunities he creates.

I pray May the Almighty continue to endow Dr. Oludare Akande with sound health, unshakable strength, divine protection, and greater capacity to uplift communities and transform nations.

Indeed, from the skies of Bellagio Air to the classrooms of Wasimi and Ibadan, Dr. Oludare Akande is lifting Nigeria one bold vision at a time.