Financial experts at a one-day seminar in Abuja have stressed the need for individuals to build structured financial business systems, describing it as key to sustainable wealth.
The experts highlighted the importance of intentional financial planning and strategic business, emphasising that building sustainable wealth requires not just the ability to generate income but also the discipline to design systems that support investment growth and long-term financial stability.
Ola Omosebi, who spoke on ‘visioning and winning goal setting,’ emphasised the importance of having a clear vision as the foundation for any meaningful achievement.
Omosebi, also explained that individuals who succeed in their financial and professional lives often begin with a well-defined picture of where they want to be.
“Vision is your mental picture of your ideal future,” he said, explaining that this clarity helps guide decisions and priorities over time.
He further noted that vision should not be seen as a fixed destination but as something that evolves as people grow and gain new experiences. “Vision should be seen as a progressively mobile destination,” he explained, encouraging participants to remain open to learning and continuous development.
He also stressed that strong personal values play a key role in translating vision into action. According to him, a person’s vision shapes their values, which then influence the principles that guide daily behaviour and decision-making.
“Your vision is as strong as the foundation it is built on,” he said. “Your vision will inform your values, your values will inform your principles, and your principles will inform your practices.”
Speaking at the event, organised by Wise Network Foundation, under the theme “Designing wealth systems for investments and business growth,” Executive director of the foundation, Adeyinka Akinyede-Ashaolu who spoke on “Designing your wealth blueprint”, stressed the need for individuals to be more intentionally about how they structure their finances, investments, and business activities.
While stating that, wealth creation begins with aspiration and deliberate pursuit of goals, Akinyede-Ashaolu who is also the convener of the event added, “Life does not give you what you deserve; you get what you aspire to and what you pursue.”
She also encouraged attendees to broaden their understanding of wealth, explaining that it goes beyond financial resources alone. Knowledge, relationships, discipline, and strategic planning all contribute to long-term prosperity.
“Wealth is much more than money,” she stated, urging participants to invest not only in financial assets but also in their skills, knowledge, and networks.
Her presentation also addressed financial responsibility, particularly when it comes to borrowing. She advised participants to avoid taking loans for short-term consumption, noting that debt should ideally support activities that create value or generate income.
“Never take loans to fuel consumption,” she cautioned, explaining that responsible financial habits are essential for long-term stability.
Legal and operational considerations were also discussed during the seminar. Ifunanya Anona delivered a session on business structure, operations, and tax planning, highlighting the importance of building strong organisational frameworks for enterprises.
According to Anona who is a legal practitioner, many businesses face difficulties not because their ideas are weak but because they lack clear operational systems and proper legal structure.
“The grass is not greener on the other side; it’s greener where you water it,” she said, encouraging entrepreneurs to focus on strengthening the foundations of their businesses rather than constantly seeking new opportunities elsewhere.
She explained that building a successful enterprise requires patience, consistency, and attention to detail. “Business is a process,” she said. “Nothing falls from the sky.”
Her session emphasised the importance of regulatory compliance, effective operational systems, and tax awareness in maintaining a stable and credible business.
Mercy Agbeti, spoke on business structures that support sustainable wealth and stability.
Her presentation centered on the idea that value creation lies at the heart of financial success.
“Value is the language of money,” she said, explaining that businesses thrive when they provide solutions that genuinely address people’s needs.
She described value as the ability to deliver something that people need but cannot easily provide for themselves. “Value is you being able to give people what they need but can’t give to themselves,” she noted.
Shola Moyero who spoke on real estate investment and asset building focused on how individuals can convert income into tangible assets through disciplined savings and long-term investment planning.
According to her, property ownership remains one of the most reliable ways to build wealth over time. However, she emphasised that the process requires patience and financial discipline.
She encouraged attendees to see real estate not just as a luxury but as a strategic investment that can support long-term financial security.
High point of the seminar was panel discussion that provided participants with an opportunity to ask questions, seek clarification on key topics discussed during the presentations, and gain additional insights from the collective experience of the panelists.
Wise Network Foundation also partnered with several organisations committed to promoting financial literacy and responsible investment practices. Partners included Standites Limited, Meristem Securities, Leadway Assurance, and CRC Credit Bureau.
Their involvement underscored the importance of collaboration between financial institutions, corporate organisations, and educational platforms in strengthening financial awareness across the country.
