An interview by StandOut Africa Magazine profiling Mr Osita Reuben Agina (OYINATUMBA) The Anambra State Born Philanthropist Per Excellence

His inspiring story will motivate you to achieving your dreams.

*Built houses for the poor,

*Drilled borehole for communities, churches,

*installed street light in his community

*Sponsors Over 30 undergraduats

Can we meet you sir?

I am Mr Osita Reuben Agina, The Chairman and CEO of Oyitraco Global Concept Limited, An indigenous company with interest in Real Estate, construction among others. I was born on 10th march 1965 to the Obi Agina Family.  the first male child of a family of 9. I grew up in my home town, Oba, were I attended the Community Primary School, Oba and Merchant of Life Secondary School Oba before venturing into business which later Culminated to the actualization of my destiny.

My father was not educated but he was deligent, a man of honesty, Whenever, people desires to know the truth, my father was usually approached till he died at a good old age.

The truth I learnt from my father is what uplifted me and I have inculcated same into my children, making them understand that though life is full of challenges, that with faith in God and diligence, that they can be successful in life.

Early Life:

Some of my unforgettable memories in my primary school was my ''stubborn'' and never give up nature, as I do not bow to anyone.

Back then, if there is a contest and people needs anyone who can say and stand for the truth, I was usually approached, I usually tell the truth even at the expense of my friendship.

I was nicknamed '' Osy Zebeuwa'' in my childhood, I was later renamed OYINATUMBA (THE COLD THAT AFFECTS OTHER COMMUNITIES) on the day of my traditional marriage.

Farming:

I grew up in an agrarian family, cultivating cassava and yam was one of our major farm produce. As farmers, my parents used farming to sustain our home as all hands were always on deck to ensure that our farming activities produced result.

We never complained about finances, we only eat rice on Sundays, I learnt to manage my home and train my kids to reflect present day realities as times has changed.

PHILANTHROPIC AND LEGACY

I inherited my philanthropic nature from my late father whose legacy includes building houses for the poor widows in my community.

it gladdens my heart whenever I see people coming to the borehole which I drilled for the community for water.

A couple who hails from Okuzu in Anambra State had their house razed down by fire from an unknown source, when I learnt of their suffering, I quickly erected a new house for them so that they can have a place to lay their head.

In Ukpo, Dunukofia Local Government of Anambra State, during the course of my visit to the home of Prince Arthur  Eze, I noticed that the police officers where sitting under a shade following a fracas that ensued between the Ukpo community and Abagana, I built and furnished an office for Nigeria Police  commandant in Ukpo.

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT

 I am delighted to have impacted many young lives by way of sponsoring the education of a number of persons numbering over thirty from different states in Nigeria. Some are currently on National Youth Service.

There are lots of impact that I've made which I've kept away from the media as I do not display my philanthropic deeds for the purpose of eye service.

Its my utmost desire to touch the lives of people positively.

SECURITY

My Priority towards the security of lives and properties drove me to enlisting into the Nigeria Police Training College Ikeja, where I emerged as the best student in 2018 Course and was decorated with the rank of supernumerary police superintendent.

Most recent is my visit to the Anambra State Commissioner of Police in Awka, where I saw that the Nigeria Police Anambra State Command has no chapel where the commissioner and other offices can worship, so I began building a befitting worship center for God where police  officers can worship.

AWARDS

I was honoured with the Nigeria Police supernumerary Award as the best student in the class of 2018. 

I was also honoured by the winner of Miss Ankara Lagos as well as the winner of Miss Idemili Beauty Peagant.

Advice for Youths

The youths should maximise their talent, utilise the skill they have, eschew cultism and bad association which can distract them from attaining their set goals. The youths should always remember the family they came from and their background. They should be deligent. I draw inspiration from my experience. Though growing up In a negative environment, I was able to overcome and still standing tall.

Advice to traditional Rulers

Traditional rulers should endeavour to prioritise the welfare of their subjects, mentor the younger generation,  learn from other traditional rulers who are enjoying peace in their domain and replicate same to their various communities.

ADVICE TO POLITICAL LEADERS

Our political leaders should endeavour to remember the citizens whose vote brought them to power and do all within their ability to keep to their promises.

The citizens themselves.  should learn to be patient with the political leaders as they cannot solve all the problems of the people.