Eurocham Nigeria Hosts Annual Stakeholders Conference on Sustainable Business Growth

Eurocham Nigeria, the European Business Chamber dedicated to enhancing economic ties between Europe and Nigeria, successfully organized its Annual Stakeholders Conference on January 31, 2024. Themed "Sustainable Business Growth," the event featured distinguished speakers and panelists who shared insights and strategies for fostering economic prosperity.

Key Highlights:

Welcome Address: Her Excellency, Mrs. Samuela Isopi, EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, delivered the welcome address, emphasizing the significant contribution of the EU private sector to Nigeria's economy. Sustainable business practices were highlighted as crucial for Nigeria's development.
Key Remarks: The Belgian Ambassador to Nigeria emphasized the importance of sustainable practices, aligning with the conference theme.
Special Address: The Executive Governor of Lagos State, H.E. Mr. Babajide Sanwo Olu, represented by the Honourable Commissioner of Cooperatives, Commerce, Trade, and Investment, recognized the European companies' contribution to Lagos's economic prosperity. The Lagos State government is committed to policies promoting the ease of doing business.
Keynote Speakers: Mr. Ugo Dre, CEO of Nairametrics, provided expert analysis on economic trends and sustainable business growth strategies. Mr. Ayodele Subair, Chairman of Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS), discussed the importance of tax compliance for sustainable development.
Panel Session: Titled "Sustainable Business Growth in a Challenging Macro-Economic Environment," the panel featured distinguished speakers from various sectors. Topics included economic trends, investment promotion, tax compliance, and the role of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in sustainable development.
Participants: The conference brought together an impressive representation of key stakeholders, industry leaders, government officials, and members of Eurocham Nigeria. Participants included CEOs of Eurocham Nigeria members, European diplomatic missions, EU Delegation to Nigeria, and representatives from various European countries.
Eurocham President's Statement: Mr. Yann Gilbert, Eurocham President, expressed satisfaction with the conference's robust outcome. Eurocham Nigeria, in its mission to promote responsible and inclusive economic growth, is rapidly growing in membership and engagement in public-private dialogue.

The conference facilitated meaningful dialogue on sustainable practices, economic trends, and collaboration between European and Nigerian enterprises. Eurocham Nigeria continues its commitment to advancing responsible business practices in Nigeria.