WorldStage– The Lagos State Government says the third edition of the Invest Lagos Summit will connect investors with opportunities and facilitate partnerships to drive economic growth in Lagos and Nigeria.Mr Gbenga Omotoso, Commissioner for Information and Strategy and Head of the Media Subcommittee for the summit, said this in a statement on Sunday ahead of the two-day event scheduled for June 8 and June 9 in Lagos.
Omotosho said the summit had been structured to deliver tangible outcomes capable of attracting investment inflows into the state.
“Invest Lagos 3.0 is more than a conference; it is a strategic platform designed to connect investors with opportunities, facilitate meaningful partnerships and showcase Lagos as Africa’s most attractive investment destination.
“Through this summit, we are bringing together government leaders, global investors, development institutions and business executives to explore opportunities that will unlock growth, create jobs and accelerate economic development across Lagos and Nigeria,” he said.
He said the summit, organised by the state government through the Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, would further position Lagos as a leading destination for investment and trade in Africa.
According to him, the event will showcase opportunities in innovation, infrastructure development and strategic economic partnerships.
He said it would also highlight the state’s investments in transportation, technology, energy, manufacturing, tourism and urban development.
Omotosho said Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, had been confirmed as key speakers.
He added that the Co-Chair of the Lagos Finance and Investment Council (LFIC), Mr Aig-Imoukhuede, and the Chief Executive Officer of Moniepoint Group, Mr Tosin Eniolorunda, would also address participants alongside other industry leaders.
The commissioner said discussions would focus on Lagos as Africa’s global gateway, technology and innovation, investment opportunities, urban development, global partnerships, talent, creativity, culture, energy and sustainability.
He added that the summit would bring together senior government officials, business leaders, investors and development partners to explore opportunities across technology, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, finance, creative industries and urban development.
Omotosho said the event would also feature investment pitches by state governors, exhibitions, networking sessions, a gala dinner and guided visits to major infrastructure and industrial projects.
According to him, the projects include the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Lagos Free Zone, Lagos Port and RusselSmith advanced manufacturing facility.
