To say that the beautiful dreams of Dr. TaiwoAfolabi, Group Managing Director, SIFAX Group , are coming true is to put it mildly.

Over the years, he has contributed immensely to the growth of Nigeria’s economy, as he continues to make impacts in the maritime , freight and forwarding as well as oil and gas businesses, amongst several others.

Seven years ago, Afolabi, who is gifted with uncommon business savvy, had had a secret desire, which he held so close to his chest.

He planned, strategized and prayed ceaselessly over it.

Today, he can thumb his chest that his dream of revolutionalising the hospitality  industry in Nigeria is coming to fruition gradually.

Indeed, when he decided to build  a 250 room, 5-star Marriott Hotel in Ikeja GRA, Lagos,  those who were privy to the plan never doubted him because they were aware of his ability and his Midas touch, as anything he touches turns into gold.

www.crystal.com.ng gathered that the 7-floor gigantic edifice, which stands on over 7,000sqm of land, will be open for business from May 19 , when it will be launched by the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo.

Known to be a man of class, elegance and panache he  took his time to get the best out of the hotel.

The Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja , according to insiders, will set a new standard of premium business hotel showcasing inspiring and contemporary décor within the capital of Nigeria’s commercial hub and it is expected to  bring a new dimension into the hospitality industry.

The amiable  businessman is continually   pregnant with  great vision for the Nigeria’s business climate.  Since he  made an entrance into business  in a grand style,  he has been soaring higher  like an eagle that has defeated the raging tides of the wind, and always  ready to soar to an inestimable height of abundant success. With his entrance into hospitality the industry would definitely experience turn around.

Afolabi began his professional career with a shipping company, Nigerian Express Agencies Limited, where he distinguished himself and rose to become the Head of Operations.

With the zeal of entrepreneurship burning in him, he left the company in 1988 to establish what has now turned to a big conglomerate, SIFAX Group, a business interest with diverse investments in Maritime, Aviation, Haulage, Logistics, Oil & Gas and Hospitality, among others.

From little beginnings,  he started his business on a shoe-string capital, as a Freight Forwarding agent in Lagos.

He currently operates across the world with a presence in the United States, United Kingdom, Ghana, South Africa, Holland, Belgium, Morocco, Spain and Djibouti, among others.

Aside from being renowned for his business acumen, Afolabi has also established a reputation as a public-spirited individual. His philosophy has driven him to give hope and support to many public causes.

The major focus of this philanthropic initiative is education, where many schools, from primary to tertiary level , have received immense support and assistance.