Atlanta, GA — At the Georgia State Capitol yesterday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State delivered a compelling message during the US-Nigeria Policy & Trade Forum, held as part of the FNITCC-AFRICON 2025 conference. Speaking to a diverse audience of policymakers, investors, and members of the Nigerian diaspora, Sanwo-Olu declared that Lagos is open for business and ready for strategic investment and partnerships.
The governor highlighted the deepening ties between Lagos and Georgia, emphasizing shared strengths between Lagos and Atlanta. “Atlanta is a major logistics and technology hub in the American South, while Lagos stands as the commercial heartbeat of West Africa,” he said. “Both cities thrive on innovation, trade, and culture, making this a natural relationship to strengthen.”
Sanwo-Olu noted that Lagos, a bustling megacity of over 24 million people, continues to drive Africa’s most dynamic economy. He extended a clear invitation to American investors and institutions to explore opportunities in key sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, education, technology, and the creative industries.
Underscoring the significance of the Nigerian diaspora, particularly in Georgia, Sanwo-Olu described the community as a vital “bridge of trust and innovation.” He stressed the importance of city-to-city collaboration and expressed confidence that deeper ties between Lagos and Atlanta could unlock mutual benefits in commerce, knowledge exchange, and cultural diplomacy.
The forum provided a platform for renewed dialogue on trade and development between Nigeria and the U.S., with Sanwo-Olu’s address serving as a highlight. His message was clear: Lagos is not just open for business — it is actively seeking global partnerships that can shape the future of urban and economic development across Africa.Speaking at the US-Nigeria Policy & Trade Forum in Atlanta, Governor Sanwo-Olu invited investors to Lagos, emphasizing shared opportunities in trade, tech, and culture, and calling the Nigerian diaspora a vital bridge for innovation and partnerships.
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