Nigeria Business Leaders to Converge at Alaro Summit

Nume Ekeghe

Alaro City, a business-friendly free zone in Nigeria, has announced its inaugural Trade Summit themed “Positioning Nigeria as a Production Economy,” slated for 30 May 2024 at Four Points by Sheraton in Victoria Island, Lagos State.

Industry leaders and policymakers have been invited to discuss strategies for transforming Nigeria’s economy and fostering a production-driven future. Among the distinguished speakers are the Honourable Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, and the Honourable Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Lagos State, Mr. Mosopefolu George and Mr. Owen Akinwande, Plant Director of Cadbury Nigeria.

In a statement, Alara City noted that throughout the event, participants will navigate actionable insights on innovative solutions to reduce import reliance, strategies for boosting domestic production and building a sustainable trade environment. 

The Managing Director of Alaro City, Yomi Ademola, said the summit is strategic for stakeholders within the Nigerian business ecosystem to forge invaluable connections with key decision-makers, and influencers across various sectors. He said, “The Trade Summit is designed to allow its participants to get first-hand knowledge of market trends, regulatory insights, and emerging opportunities to leverage in boosting Nigeria’s economy.”