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Eurocham Nigeria Hosts 2025 Annual Stakeholder Conference, Explores Growth in a Post-Reform Economy
Eurocham Nigeria Hosts 2025 Annual Stakeholder Conference, Explores Growth in a Post-Reform Economy
By: Michael Mike
European businesses in the country, members of the diplomatic community, business leaders from the private sector and policy makers have met to discuss Nigeria’s economic reforms and their impact on business and investment.
According to a statement on Tuesday by European Union, they met in Lagos at the annual stakeholders’ conference of Eurocham Nigeria (The European Business Chamber), participants also engaged in meaningful dialogue on fostering sustainable growth in a transforming economic landscape.
With the theme “Achieving Growth Post-Reforms,” the conference addressed critical areas such as trade, aviation and tourism, energy, finance, and workforce transformation, highlighting opportunities for collaboration between the public and private sectors.
Welcoming participants to the conference, President of Eurocham Nigeria, Mr. Yann Gilbert, stressed the organisation’s role in advocating for policies that drive economic growth and enhance EU-Nigeria business relations.
In a keynote speech, the Honorary President of EurochamNigeria and the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Gautier Mignot, restated the EU’s commitment to Nigeria’s economic transformation. He outlined ongoing efforts to bolster trade relations and unlock investment potential, positioning Nigeria as a key partner in the region. He also introduced the EU-Eurocham Support Grant, an initiative aimed at strengthening private-sector growth in Nigeria.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo (SAN), in a second keynote address delivered by his Special Adviser on Aviation and Aerospace Development, Ms. Janet Oputa, highlighted the aviation sector’s role in driving economic expansion. In the speech themed “Aviation: A Catalyst for Post-Reform Growth inNigeria”, she spoke on ongoing infrastructure developments and the investment opportunities emerging in Nigeria’s air transport industry.
A major highlight of the conference was a presentation by Ms. Danelee Masia, Director Economist for South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa at Deutsche Bank, on “Nigeria: A Path to Renewed Growth, in which she provided a macroeconomic overview of Nigeria’s recovery, touching on key fiscal reforms, foreign exchange policy adjustments, and investment trends shaping the country’s future.
Also addressing the conference, Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu, Director General of PEBEC, shed light on the government’s ongoing ease-of-doing-business reforms, while Mr. Olufemi Modupe Awoyemi, Founder of Proshare Limited, discussed financial sector developments and emerging investment opportunities in his remark.
A thought-provoking panel discussion, moderated by IfeomaFinnih, brought together industry leaders to examine how businesses can navigate and thrive in Nigeria’s evolving economic landscape. The panel discussed on Insights on energy sector reforms and investment prospects; the role of tourism and travel in post-reform economic growth; workforce transformation and the future of talent development; the importance of public-private sector collaboration; and business policy reforms and regulatory improvements, with a focus on the impact of policy shifts, investment incentives, and strategies for ensuring long-term economic stability.
Eurocham Nigeria remains focussed on fostering stronger partnerships between Nigeria and the European business community, recommitting itself to supporting pro-business policies, advocating for regulatory improvements, and driving initiatives that enhance economic cooperation between Nigeria and the EU.
Eurocham Nigeria (The European Business Chamber) is a leading platform representing European businesses operating in Nigeria. Committed to fostering strong economic ties between Nigeria and the European Union, Eurochamadvocates for business-friendly policies, facilitates industry dialogue, and supports initiatives that drive sustainable growth and investment. Through its events, policy engagements, and business support services, Eurocham Nigeria continues to strengthen the European business community’s contribution to Nigeria’s economic development.
Eurocham Nigeria Hosts 2025 Annual Stakeholder Conference, Explores Growth in a Post-Reform Economy
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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