Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Nigeria - Canada Investment Summit 2018



Nigeria - Canada Investment Summit
NOVEMBER 5TH – 6TH, 2018 IN ABUJA, NIGERIA

TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2018 /CNW/ - Canadian businesses, organizations and government agencies are invited to attend the Nigeria Canada Investment Summit on November 5th and 6th, 2018, in Abuja, Nigeria's national capital. The theme is, "Fostering Strong Business Partnerships Into The Future." Coupled with news that the Governor General of Canada Julie Payette is visiting Nigeria at the end of October and will be in Abuja and Lagos, the Summit affirms the warm and fruitful relations between Canada and Nigeria.

H.E. Adeyinka Asekun, High Commissioner of Nigeria to Canada, who has had an illustrious career in the corporate sector, including as Chairman of Wema Bank, is spearheading the initiative. The bank was responsible for the launch of ALAT, Africa's first fully digital bank. The High Commission is executing the Summit in collaboration with Prime Essentials Development & Investment Ltd.

Special Guest Speaker, His Excellency, Prof. Oluyemi Osinbajo,SAN, GCON.

The Summit will unlock opportunities for Canadian companies. It will provide a viable platform for networking between Nigerian and Canadian businesses. It will focus on agriculture, mining, power, aviation, financial technology and infrastructure, inclusive of housing. H.E. Professor Yemi Osinbajo, SAN GCON, Vice President of Nigeria and Chairman of the National Economic Council, will deliver the keynote address and declare the summit open.

"There are several Canadian business success stories in Nigeria, including CPCS Transcom, Bombadier and others. This initiative supports the success of more Canadian businesses and enables them to see first-hand, the bountiful investment and trade opportunities that are available," says H.E. Asekun. Canadian business leaders or representatives of businesses, organizations or agencies are requested to participate. A comprehensive brochure is attached for your reference. Updates are available on the Summit website (ncis.ng).

World class transportation and accommodation with hotel brands such as Hilton and Sheraton can be booked.   German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Theresa May, Microsoft Founder Bill Gates, American Pop Star BeyoncĂ©, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Music Mogul Jay Z as well as Canadian business and public sector leaders such as Jim Karygiannis of Toronto and Ramesh Sangha of Brampton have all had the pleasure of visiting Nigeria in recent times.

Delegates will enjoy the beauty, warmth and hospitality of Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, with over 185 million people. Endowed with rich natural resources such as oil, gas and minerals, Nigeria is Africa's largest economy, with GDP of $594.28 billion. According to Moody's, Nigeria will be among the world's 15 largest economies by 2050 when GDP is projected to exceed $4.5 trillion.

With Export Development Canada (EDC), an agency offering trade finance, export credit insurance, bonding services and other assurance willing to support the success of Canadian businesses in Nigeria, participation is beneficial for any entity interested in global expansion. The World Bank says that Nigeria is poised to be a significant market and talent pool, and that it is projected to have the world's third-largest population, behind India  and China by 2050. Canadian and Nigerian leaders will speak during the high-level Summit.

Encouraged to participate are chief executives, other c-suite leaders and business development officials. With some countries closing doors or making the doing of business difficult, Nigeria is open for business and this is the best opportunity to participate in one of the world's most profitable and proven new business frontiers. With the support of both Canadian and Nigerian governments, this is the best opportunity to participate in an exciting and groundbreaking initiative. Expedited visa processing and other support are provided.

SOURCE Silvertrust Media

CONTACT:
CANADA: Joseph Atodo,
Tel: + (343) 999-5336;
Email: joeatodo@nigeriahcottawa.ca; NIGERIA: Taiwo Odutola,
Tel: +234 803 303 2615,
Email: todutola@ncis.ng, www. ncis.ng;
MEDIA INQUIRIES: Bisi or Patricia,
Tel: + (416) 247 5777,
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