President of the Leadership and Governance in Canada, Mr. Sam Adewale, has said the third Canada-Nigeria Business Investment Summit has showcased the commitment of both nations to strengthening their economic ties.
Adewale said the summit showcased the innovative Canadian and Nigerian businesses, with several Canadian companies pitching their projects to potential investors.
A statement by the president said the Summit held in Canada was an initiative of the Leadership and Governance Canada aimed at promoting trade and investment opportunities between Canada and Nigeria.
The statement added that the summit attracted high-level dignitaries, senior government officials, and influential business leaders from both countries, making it a landmark event in enhancing bilateral economic relations.
The event featured a series of discussions, ranging from panel sessions to breakout sessions focused on specific sectors, “allowing participants to delve deeper into opportunities and challenges. Some of the sectors discussed included agriculture/agro allied, infrastructure, real estate, construction and transportation, education and training, information, communication and technology, solid minerals, health care/pharmaceutical and alternative/renewable energy.”
Adewale noted that keynote addresses from the government officials and industry leaders set the tone for productive dialogues, “showcasing the commitment of both nations to strengthen their economic ties.”
He disclosed that among the distinguished guests and speakers were Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umar Bago; Chairman Senate Committee on Diaspora, Victor Umeh; Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Diaspora, Touchukwu Okere; Chairman/CEO, Nigeria in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri- Erewa; President African Chambers of Commerce, Gareth Bloor; President, Mine Africa, Wayne Florean; President, Schroeder & Schroeder Inc., Harold Schroeder; President of Think Renewables Group Inc., Paul Stevers; Executive Secretary/CEO, Nigeria Shippers’ Council, Pius Ukeyima Akutah; Chairman/CEO, Signature Global Real Estate, and insurance brokerage luminary, Prof Ahmed O; and Ambassador Akinremi Bolaji among others.
According to the duo of Adewale and Kola Esomojumi, the organisers of the annual event, “The Canada-Nigeria Business Investment Summit was a tremendous success, underlining the shared vision of both nations to collaborate for mutual growth.
“We witnessed an overwhelming response from participants, and the discussions held here will undoubtedly pave the way for future investments that will benefit both economies.
“As the summit concluded, there was a noticeable sense of optimism among attendees about the pathways for investment and collaboration. The Canada-Nigeria Business Investment Summit has set the stage for an ongoing dialogue and commitment to driving economic growth and development in both countries.”
