Dr. Babatunde Adeyemo, the Chief Executive Officer of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, has said that Nigeria can reduce its unemployment rate by 50 percent if the country embraces real estate and tourism investment strategically.
In a statement released on Monday, Adeyemo said that real estate tourism has the power to create jobs and wealth, particularly when linked with Nigerians in the diaspora who are eager to contribute to the country’s growth.
He announced that he would be embarking on a second international business tour to Canada this August, aimed at deepening investment ties and showcasing fresh real estate opportunities in Nigeria to Nigerians living abroad.
According to Adeyemo, this new tour is a follow-up to the successful Canada Trade Mission 2024. He explained that the tour, which will take him to three major events across Canada, is fully sponsored by clients who trust his brand and business model.
“I will be meeting with the Egbe-Omo Yoruba of Manitoba, the Egba Descendant Association of Manitoba, and the Al’Nuir Islamic Society of Manitoba on August 13, 2025, at Acomi Cultural Centre, Winnipeg,” Adeyemo stated.
He said the meetings are meant to expose diaspora Nigerians to profitable opportunities in real estate and explain how they can start property investments even without capital.
“What has endeared me to Nigerians in the diaspora is my integrity, timely product delivery, and peace of mind that comes with investing in Pelican Valley projects. Our clients also enjoy high returns on investment, and we provide assistance to obtain building approvals quickly,” he added.
He highlighted that his estates have full layout approvals from government authorities and are equipped with infrastructure, electricity connected to the national grid, and adequate security—factors that have made Pelican Valley properties a top choice among discerning investors.
Adeyemo revealed that his upcoming Canadian visit was requested by existing clients who want him to personally present new investment opportunities. He said one of the events, “Canada Trade Mission 2025,” was facilitated by Chief Olawale Olaleye, an Egba high chief, who also assisted him and his wife in securing Canadian visas.
He recalled how the 2024 edition of the trade mission earned him accolades from Canadian lawmaker Mr. Shafqat Ali, a Member of Parliament from Brampton Centre. “This year again, I believe we will be honoured,” he said.
The second leg of the tour, Adeyemo said, is backed by a Nigerian professor of agriculture based in Winnipeg and a client at Pelican Brief Estate, Kobape, Ogun State. The professor will lead the Pelican team to meet three different cultural and professional associations in the region.
“These movements are initiated by clients who have already invested in our estate projects. That is the beauty of this journey—they have tested and trusted our service, and now they want others to benefit too,” he said.
Adeyemo also announced that after the Canada trip, he would be heading to the United States in December 2025, at the invitation of another client, Mr. Dare Anigioro, a property owner at Pelican Valley Estate in Laderin, Abeokuta. According to Adeyemo, all these trips are driven by genuine client satisfaction, not marketing gimmicks.
He explained that similar support came from other clients during his trips to London and the previous Canadian tour. “Funsho Akinwunmi, CEO of Avenue Impact, paid for my London trip, took care of my accommodation, and even gave me gifts when I was leaving. That’s the level of appreciation and trust we’ve built,” he said.
He closed by appreciating his clients both at home and abroad for their continued support. “There’s a Yoruba proverb that says, ‘If you’re chasing wealth and you find honour instead, go home, because when you eventually get the wealth, you’ll use it to buy honour.’ To God be the glory, we have found both,” he concluded.
