From Lateef Dada, Osogbo
To ease the pains of migrants and ensure easy access to foreign education, a financial technology hub, Vesti, has launched an AI-powered assistant designed to assist students and other migrants in their overseas travels.
This launch comes alongside the announcement of over ₦1 billion in loan facilities aimed at helping immigrants access foreign education and other opportunities.
The initiative represents a significant advancement in facilitating smoother transitions for migrants, especially students pursuing educational opportunities abroad.
Olusola Amusan, Co-Founder and CEO of Vesti, who spoke at the flag-off of the company’s branch in Osogbo, Osun State, stated that the company’s goal is to eliminate barriers faced by migrants.
“We are committed to providing legal and financial services for the billion immigrants around the world,” he said.
Noting that Vesti has its headquarters in Dallas, Texas, with operations in five countries, including Nigeria, Amusan referenced United Nations data, which indicates that approximately 272 million people live outside their countries of birth, underscoring the global importance of migration for work and education.
Barrister Abimbola Amusan, Co-Founder, explained that Vesti has aided hundreds of students and over 4,000 families in their migration processes, saying, “In 2025 alone, the company provided N500 million in loans, totalling N1 billion to date, with plans for further financial assistance.
He disclosed that Vesti has partnered with more than 120 educational institutions worldwide, offering post-migration support that includes job placements, scholarships, and continuous guidance for migrants.
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke commended Vesti for its establishment in Osogbo, highlighting the benefits it brings to local youth and residents.
Represented by Hon. Felix Olagunju, the special adviser on investment and CEO of Osun State Investment Promotion Agency, the governor noted its efforts to create a favourable environment for startups, encouraging more companies like Vesti to operate in the state.
“The government has revived the agency, which has gone a long way to provide an enabling environment for start-ups. We want more of this company in the state to make our youths’ dreams come through,” Olagunju said.
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