Raheem Okoya, the 22-year-old Executive Director of Eleganza Industries, has denied rumors that he is just taking advantage of his father’s fortune, claiming that he works hard and receives compensation.
This was revealed by Raheem, the son of wealthy businessman Rasaq Okoya, in an interview with BBC News Yoruba that was shared on the publication’s Instagram page on Tuesday.
He said, “I work. I have a salary that I earn. I have investors. People believe in my music. They put money behind it.
“My dad wasn’t born rich. He tries to instil those values in his kids. He wants his kids to also be able to work and build a fortune rather than just spend and destroy.”
Raheem Okoya, who is leading one of Nigeria’s most recognised industrial brands at just 22, clarified that the appointment was not spontaneous, describing it as the product of nearly a decade of quiet preparation.
He said, “I’ve been learning this position my whole life. From when I was in school, I’ve been shadowing my dad. It’s not an overnight thing. It’s been 10 years in the making.
“It’s definitely challenging. It’s a heavy responsibility. People already look at you. You’re young. They already want to doubt you. You always have to prove that you know what you’re talking about.”
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