Lagos State Government Invites Foreign Tech Investment

During the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference 2026 held in Lagos, the Lagos State Government (LASG) and technology experts called for foreign technology companies to invest in Nigeria and urged local innovators to create solutions that attract investment. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, highlighted the theme "Beyond Connectivity: The Bridge to Sovereign AI and Innovation," emphasizing the government's commitment to Nigeria's digital transformation.

Sanwo-Olu encouraged foreign companies to establish engineering operations, data centers, and training pipelines in Lagos, positioning the state as a launchpad into Africa. He mentioned the enactment of the Lagos State Electricity Law and the establishment of the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission to support investment in electricity generation.

Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director-General of NITDA, discussed government measures to prepare Nigerians for a technology-driven economy, stressing the importance of trust and quality assurance in tech products.