Sanwo-Olu Seeks Foreign Investments at Commonwealth Summit

On Monday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State participated in the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit held at Mansion House in London. He aimed to attract foreign investments and partnerships, highlighting the Commonwealth's unique advantages, including shared language, law, and history among its 56 member states.

Sanwo-Olu, a keynote speaker, noted that Africa is home to the world's youngest population and emphasized the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to create the largest single market. He discussed Lagos State's strategic importance in global trade and investment, citing its significant contributions to Nigeria's GDP.

Sanwo-Olu also announced that Lagos will host the "Invest Lagos 3.0" flagship investment promotion summit on June 8-9 at Eko Hotel. He underscored the state's commitment to public-private partnerships and the development of infrastructure, including transportation and healthcare, to foster a conducive environment for investors.