•Chidinma Okebalama
In a bid to educate West Africans on global mobility and investment migration opportunities, Henley & Partners, a global leader in residence and citizenship planning, has announced its upcoming Investment Migration West Africa Roadshow. The announcement came during a virtual press conference attended by major Nigerian media outlets on Wednesday.
Chidinma Okebalama, a senior consultant at Henley & Partners, and Troy Hanley, the managing director of private clients, led the discussion, supported by partners, Carlo Pagui from Hotel 101 Madrid, Spain; Ryan Guy from Startup Visa Services, Canada; Maryam Mansouri from Range Development in the Caribbean; Fatma Cayir from Bridge Partners in the UK; Christina Tabacco from Golden Gate Global, USA and Florbela Dinis from Mercan Group, Portugal and Greece. Chidinma and Troy shared valuable insights into the growing significance of global mobility and investment migration, particularly in West Africa.
Chidinma emphasised the strategic benefits of acquiring a second passport, explaining that it provides access to international opportunities and business networks. She stated,
“With over 40 investment migration programmes globally, Henley and Partners is focusing on those best suited for the Nigerian market, such as the Portugal Golden Visa Program, the Spain Program, the UK Program, the Canada Program and the Caribbean Programme”.
Troy Hanley touched on the broader global landscape, noting the increasing wealth concentration in countries such as the U.S., Canada, and Greece, while countries such as Nigeria are witnessing a significant loss of millionaires. Troy explained that while the number of millionaires is rising in several nations, Nigeria is unfortunately losing high-net-worth individuals due to economic factors. Statistics indicate that Nigeria may lose over 300 millionaires in the near future, a concerning trend for the country.
He further underscored how Henley & Partners is well-positioned to assist clients with mitigating economic uncertainties through their investment migration services.
In collaboration with their sponsors, Henley & Partners highlighted the value of investment migration for individuals and businesses. Startup Visa, a company working with Henley for over seven years, shared a compelling story of a long-term partnership. One of the partners reiterated,
“Investment Migration is not about leaving your home country; it’s about creating entrepreneurs and giving businesses the platform to grow. Our collaboration with Henley & Partners has been a great success in enabling this.”
The West Africa Investment Migration Roadshow, which will cover Abuja on October 8th, Lagos on October 10th, and Accra on October 15th, was presented as more than just an opportunity to emigrate, but a platform for strategic investments, business expansion, and securing global prospects for participants and their families by Troy Hanley, managing director, private clients, Chidinma Okebalama, Senior Consultant, Carolina Tenzer,consultant, and Weyinmi Oritsejafor, clients advisor who all lead from the Nigeria office. With a focus on connecting individuals to global networks and knowledge, the roadshow aims to equip attendees with the tools needed to thrive internationally while staying rooted in their heritage.
Key sponsors, such as Hotel 101 Madrid, pioneering the affordable hospitality investment model in Europe; Range Developments, leading ultra-luxury hotel projects tied to citizenship programs in the Caribbean; Mercan Group, a global leader in immigration and real estate investments in Portugal; Golden Gate Global, experts in M&A advisory services; in the U.S.A, Bridge Partners, driving the growth of mid-sized businesses; and Startup Visa, enabling entrepreneurs to gain residency through innovative business ventures in Canada, further demonstrated the event’s value. Each partner represents business opportunities and pathways for individuals and businesses to secure their futures on a global stage.
For enquiries, contact Henley and Partners at Nigeria@henleygobal.com
For more than 25 years, Henley & Partners has been the global leader in residence and citizenship planning. We specialise in advising high net worth individuals and their families with gaining residence and/or citizenship by assisting them to complete qualifying investments in their country of choice. We also have a thriving government advisory practice, in which we advise countries on assignments ranging from strategic consulting to assistance in the design and implementation of investment-related immigration programs.
Mercan Group, founded in 1989 in Canada, brings over 30 years of expertise in consultancy, education, and investment migration, driving our success. Since expanding to Portugal in 2015, Mercan has led the development of 31 hospitality projects worth €1.2 billion, focusing on urban rehabilitation and tourism growth. Our investments reflect our commitment to creating jobs and wealth while delivering top-tier hospitality experiences. With a global presence in over 30 countries, Mercan Group remains dedicated to fostering growth, innovation, and positive impact in the communities we serve worldwide.
Hotel 101 Madrid, located in Valdebebas near Madrid Barajas Airport, is the first Filipino hotel chain to debut in Europe. Offering 680 rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, an outdoor pool and bar, a business centre, and a 24-hour convenience store, it provides a seamless experience for business and leisure travellers. With its strategic proximity to key landmarks like the Real Madrid Sports Complex and IFEMA, the hotel’s innovative single-room concept ensures unbeatable value for guests and a sustainable investment platform for retail real estate investors.
Range Developments is a leading developer of ultra-luxury hotels in the Caribbean, with projects in St. Kitts, Dominica, and Grenada. The company focuses on delivering high-end, sustainable resorts that provide global investors access to citizenship through investment programs in these island nations. Their developments include award-winning resorts that contribute to economic growth, job creation, and the development of the tourism sector in the Caribbean.
Startup Visa Services specialises in helping international entrepreneurs secure residency through startup visa programs, facilitating business expansion in countries with strong entrepreneurial ecosystems. By offering tailored support throughout the application process, the firm enables founders to gain access to key global markets, including Canada, the U.K., and several European countries. With expertise in immigration law and business consulting, Startup Visa Services streamlines the journey for innovative startups seeking to establish a presence in new regions, while contributing to economic growth and innovation in host countries.
Golden Gate Global, an award-winning regional centre headquartered in San Francisco, has satellite offices in Southern California, Chicago, and New York City. The firm boasts a 100% USCIS project approval rate for its 15 projects and has successfully raised over $750 million in EB-5 capital from investors in 30+ countries. Additionally, GGG has successfully repaid over $215 million to 430+ EB-5 investors, thereby earning a default-free track record.
Bridge Partners was founded by Fatma Cayir. Having embarked on a traditional legal profession route into immigration, Fatma quickly became very successful amongst her native speaking Turkish clients. Our reputation grew – and our client base now joins us from countries all over the world.
With a market leading excellent success rate, we strive to deliver the best possible solution for our clients – for you. Whether it is from simple business advice to helping you fully establish in the UK, either alone or with your family, Bridge Partners is dedicated to providing a complete service throughout your journey.