Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday signed Government Order, establishing Lagos Worldwide Monetary Centre (LIFC) Council in furtherance of its goal place Lagos as Africa’s premier monetary centre.
In his tackle on the inauguration of the council, the governor stated the Lagos Worldwide Monetary Centre (LIFC) Council is being propelled in partnership with EnterpriseNGR – a member-led advocacy group that promotes the expansion and improvement of Nigeria’s Monetary and Skilled Companies (FPS) sector as a catalyst for financial improvement.
The governor, who will chair the Council emphasised that the important thing goal of this historic participation within the Lord Mayor’s Present is to showcase the funding potential of Lagos and to raise the state as a worldwide funding vacation spot.
The governor identified that LIFC Council’s goal established with Government Order 3 is obvious, as it will assist to align strategic partnerships that contribute to the financial prosperity of Lagos and Nigeria by establishing Africa’s premier Worldwide Monetary Centre in Lagos consistent with the financial restoration plans of the Federal Authorities.
He defined that: “Lagos isn’t just going to London for the parade and pageantry; this go to has a extra strategic goal. It is a prime alternative to showcase Lagos on a worldwide platform. The newly inaugurated LIFC Council signifies not simply an institutional milestone, however a dedication to a daring imaginative and prescient—positioning Lagos because the beacon of economic innovation in Africa.
“The Lord Mayor, Professor Michael Mainelli’s invitation stands as a powerful endorsement of Lagos State’s dedication to excellence, in addition to recognition of its growing financial prominence. This invitation aligns harmoniously with the council’s mission to determine Lagos as a worldwide monetary hub, attracting investments that can gasoline sustainable financial improvement. “Lagos and Nigeria’s enduring historical past with the UK displays a proud Commonwealth partnership since gaining independence in 1960. Nigeria stays devoted to fostering diplomatic and financial ties, presenting ample funding alternatives in sectors similar to oil, finance, know-how, agriculture, healthcare, and infrastructure.
“This resilient partnership, mixed with Nigeria and Lagos’s dedication to progress, creates a promising panorama for UK traders desirous to contribute to and profit from the nation’s dynamic and increasing financial system,” he added.
He famous that the state authorities partnered EnterpriseNGR in recognition of the truth that it stands because the voice of enterprise, fervently advocating for the expansion and improvement of the Monetary and Skilled Companies (FPS) sector.
Additionally talking, EnterpriseNGR’s Chairman, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede , who joins the governor as co-chair of the council added: “EnterpriseNGR stands as a catalyst for transformative change in Nigeria’s Monetary and Skilled Companies sector. Our imaginative and prescient extends past advocacy; it’s a dedication to incentivise investments that transcend monetary positive aspects.
“As we embark on this historic delegation to showcase Lagos on the worldwide stage, we recognise the profound significance of attracting investments. Funding isn’t merely a transaction; it’s a catalyst for job creation, driving sustainable improvement and fostering a symbiotic relationship between traders, the State, and the communities at massive.”
For the Chief Government Officer of EnterpriseNGR, Ms. Obi Ibekwe: “EnterpriseNGR’s participation on this historic delegation to the Lord Mayor’s Present underscores the crucial function we play in driving transformative change inside Nigeria’s Monetary and Skilled companies sector.
“We’re not simply advocating for progress; we’re actively working to create a dynamic, interconnected and thriving FPS sector. The inauguration of the Lagos Worldwide Monetary Centre (LIFC) Council is a testomony to our unwavering dedication to fostering strategic partnerships that contribute to the financial prosperity of Lagos and Nigeria.”