Department for International Trade (DIT), formerly UK Trade and Investment, will be leading a trade delegation to Lagos and Accra from September 23 – 30, 2016.
The mission is partly funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) ‘Global Growth’ project, which aims to enhance the competitiveness of London SMEs in international markets.
Senior representatives from 12 companies in the infrastructure, power and renewable energy, and skills and training sectors will visit Lagos to get first-hand insights into the forthcoming business developments and current opportunities in key sectors of the economy.
Carl Woolf, international trade adviser at DIT and the mission leader, said, “British companies mainly from London will be visiting Nigeria with a view to establishing long-term business relations. Our delegates, who bring a wide range of products, service and expertise, will be meeting with their Nigerian counterparts who represent a variety of companies and organisations.”
Commenting, Ahmed Bashir, acting deputy high commissioner/director of trade at DIT Nigeria, said, “As one of Africa’s most populous and dynamic countries, Nigeria’s economy and its growing consumer demands present significant opportunities for business and investors. Exciting opportunities in areas such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture and education are coming on stream regularly. We hope that this mission will provide delegates with a better knowledge of the Nigerian market and give them a fuller appreciation of the many and varied opportunities on offer.”
The visit will showcase the vast array of opportunities in Nigeria and will include attendance at the Nigerian Infrastructure Building Conference on October 27, hosted by Cowrie Partners LLP.
The Department for International Trade has overall responsibility for promoting UK trade across the world and attracting foreign investment to our shores.
