Lagos State Government and Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment Strengthen Partnership for Economic Growth

The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a handshake with the Hon. Min. of Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole during a courtesy visit to the Governor as part of the ongoing National Council on Industry, Trade and Investment in Lagos.

"We are ready to collaborate more closely with FMITI to boost investment, support local businesses, and open up new economic opportunities for our people." Governor Sanwo-Olu 

"As a centre of excellence, we recognize the importance of partnership and cooperation in driving economic growth and development."

Lagos, Nigeria - The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has welcomed the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment (FMITI) team, reaffirming the state government's commitment to collaborating with the Ministry to boost investment, support local businesses, and create new economic opportunities for the people of Lagos.

During the meeting, the Lagos State Government commended FMITI for its efforts in driving economic growth, citing recent GDP and economic indicators that demonstrate the rapidly changing trade and investment landscape. The state government acknowledged the contributions of Mr. President and FMITI to the nation's economic progress.

"We are ready to collaborate more closely with FMITI to boost investment, support local businesses, and open up new economic opportunities for our people," Governor Sanwo-Olu said. "As a centre of excellence, we recognize the importance of partnership and cooperation in driving economic growth and development."

The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a handshake with the Perm. Secretary of the Fed. Min. of Industry, Trade and Investment, Amb. Abba Nura Rimi  during a courtesy visit to the Governor as part of the ongoing National Council on Industry, Trade and Investment in Lagos.

The Honorable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment also expressed appreciation for the state's exceptional support and hospitality in hosting the National Council Meeting on Industry, Trade, and Investment. The meeting's theme, "Accelerating Diversification by Leveraging Industry, Trade & Investment for Shared Prosperity," underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in driving economic growth.

*Key Highlights:*

- The Honorable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Governor, strengthening ties between the federal and state governments.

- The Minister commended the state government for hosting the National Council Meeting on Industry, Trade, and Investment.

- The meeting provided a crucial platform for commissioners from 36 states to collaborate and drive progress in the sector.

*Key Quotes:*

- "We appreciate the Lagos State Government's exceptional support and hospitality in hosting this important meeting." - Honorable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment

- "The insights provided by Dr. Abiodun Adedipe on the theme were invaluable, and we look forward to actionable outcomes." - Honorable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment

- "We are ready to collaborate more closely with FMITI to boost investment, support local businesses, and open up new economic opportunities for our people." - Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu

*Key Messages:*

- The Ministry is committed to advancing industrial growth, trade, and investment in Nigeria.

- The National Council Meeting provides a platform for stakeholders to collaborate and drive progress.

- Accelerating diversification through industry, trade, and investment is critical for shared prosperity.

The Executive Governor of Lagos State, H. E. Babajide Sanwo-Olu,(5th right) the Hon. Min. of Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole (5th Left) the Perm. Sec. FMITI, Amb. Nura Rimi, (4th Left) some Directors and Heads of agencies of the Federal of Industry, Trade and Investment in a group photograph during a courtesy visit to the Governor as part of the ongoing National Council on Industry, Trade and Investment in Lagos.

This partnership between Lagos State and FMITI is expected to yield significant benefits for the state's economy, including increased investment, job creation, and improved livelihoods for residents.

This is contained in a statement issued and signed by Adebayo Thomas, Director Press and Public Relations of the FMITI and made available to journalists in Abuja.