Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has said the selection of Lagos as the host city for the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), in 2027, is capable of positioning Lagos and Nigeria as Africa’s economic powerhouse.
The Chamber made the observation, in a statement, issued by its Director General, Dr. Chinyere Almona, on Sunday.
It expressed the optimism that hosting the international fair would also reinforce the country’s leadership in the AfCFTA and the Intra-African Trade growth agenda.
The business advocacy group also believed playing host to the event also presents a historic opportunity for the city and Nigeria to expand their export potential.
LCCI assured that, as the host city chamber, it would work closely with all stakeholders to deliver a world-class event.
“We will mobilise the business community, facilitate investment and policy dialogues, drive advocacy and awareness, and strengthen private sector participation to ensure that Nigerian enterprises fully maximise this historic opportunity.
“This landmark decision reaffirms Nigeria’s central role in Africa’s trade integration agenda. The LCCI affirms its commitment to ensuring that Nigerian businesses, particularly SMEs maximise the opportunities that this event will bring.
“The LCCI congratulates the Federal Government of Nigeria on this remarkable achievement and looks forward to working with all stakeholders to deliver an inclusive and impactful IATF 2027 in Lagos,” the Chamber stated.
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