Integrity, character vital for sustainable economic growth – Coleman MD

Mr George Onafowokan, Managing Director and CEO of Coleman Technical Industries Limited, emphasized during the inaugural Pan-Atlantic University Alumni Association International Conference that integrity, character, and discipline are crucial for establishing sustainable businesses and contributing to long-term economic growth. Speaking at the event held at the Ecobank Pan African Centre in Lagos, Onafowokan highlighted that integrity should be the most important asset, not material possessions like cars or houses.

He cautioned against businesses that only seek to finance personal lifestyles, stating that such entities rarely endure across generations without strong governance and exemplary leadership. Pan-Atlantic University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Enase Okonedo, commended the committee for organizing the summit and stressed that values play a vital role in driving national transformation.

She recalled how PAU started in a living room in Sierra Leone 34 years ago and now boasts a collective alumni body of 15,000 across its campuses, highlighting the potential of well-formed individuals who can contribute significantly to Nigeria's development.