Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering economic partnerships that drive national growth and regional development. This followed a high-level meeting between the Governor, the Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, and prominent business leaders from the South-East, aimed at strengthening collaboration and attracting greater investment across Nigeria.
During the courtesy visit at Lagos House, Marina, Dr. Uzoka-Anite commended the Lagos State Government for creating an enabling environment that continues to position Lagos as the commercial heartbeat of the nation. She emphasized that Lagos provides a strong model for investment-friendly governance, one that other regions can emulate to drive inclusive economic transformation.
The Minister explained that the meeting was part of ongoing engagements with key stakeholders to encourage inter-regional cooperation, promote trade, and open up new channels of private-sector investment. She also highlighted the federal government’s commitment to supporting partnerships that unlock opportunities for local manufacturers, tech innovators, and small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs).
Governor Sanwo-Olu, in his remarks, welcomed the initiative and expressed readiness to work closely with the Ministry of Finance and South-East business leaders to build stronger trade linkages between Lagos and the South-East. He noted that such collaborations would not only deepen Nigeria’s economic integration but also enhance job creation and infrastructure development.
Sanwo-Olu described Lagos as a city that thrives on diversity and innovation, stressing that partnerships with other regions are key to sustaining growth in critical sectors such as transportation, manufacturing, and real estate.
“We are stronger together when we share ideas, resources, and vision,” the Governor said. “This partnership will serve as a catalyst for wealth creation and national economic stability.”
A group photograph featuring the Governor, the Minister, and South-East business leaders capped the visit, symbolizing a renewed commitment to unity, shared prosperity, and long-term investment growth across Nigeria.
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