From Keke NAPEP to Corporate Heights: Otunba Nicholas Adebisi Shares His Journey on “The CEO Today”

 By Oriontimes Studio

In a compelling business conversation on “The CEO Today,” a flagship program anchored by Abioye Tosin Lawrence at Oriontimes Studio, Otunba Nicholas Adebisi, Founder of NICHOMES, offered a powerful narrative of grit, networking, and strategic growth in Nigeria’s real estate sector.

The Osun-born entrepreneur, now a respected real estate appraiser practicing in Yola, capital of Adamawa State, Northern Nigeria, traced his breakthrough moment to an unlikely setting: a ride in a Keke NAPEP (commercial tricycle).

“I met my benefactor inside Keke NAPEP. He gave me his contact, which I lost. But I was able to locate him through social media,” Adebisi recounted.

That encounter became a defining turning point. Determined not to lose opportunities again, Adebisi adopted a deliberate networking strategy, connecting with every client immediately on social media. According to him, digital visibility and sustained communication have become indispensable tools for modern business growth.

“Meeting people is the path to growth in business,” he emphasized.

Building Confidence, Earning Mentorship

After reconnecting with the benefactor he met during that tricycle ride, Adebisi focused on building trust and demonstrating competence. Over time, that relationship evolved into mentorship, one that continues to shape his business philosophy.

Through consistency, integrity, and professional excellence, he strengthened his credibility in the real estate appraisal industry. He stressed that integrity remains the core value sustaining his brand and long-term client relationships.

Expansion Vision: Osun on the Horizon

Now widely regarded as a real estate mogul in Northern Nigeria, Adebisi revealed plans to expand operations to Osun State, signaling a strategic move to deepen his footprint in the Southwest property market.

Industry observers see this as a calculated expansion, leveraging his Northern experience to tap into Osun’s evolving real estate landscape. With his structured approach to networking, mentorship-driven leadership, and commitment to ethical standards, the proposed new firm is expected to bring competitive energy into the region’s property appraisal and development ecosystem.

Lessons for Emerging Entrepreneurs

Adebisi’s story reinforces key business principles:

Opportunity can emerge from the most unexpected places.

Digital networking is a strategic asset, not a luxury.

Integrity builds sustainable brands.

Mentorship accelerates professional growth.

As featured on “The CEO Today,” his journey stands as a blueprint for young entrepreneurs navigating Nigeria’s dynamic business environment, proving that resilience, visibility, and character remain the ultimate currencies of success.

— Oriontimes Business Desk