- Sanwo-Olu Pledges to Position Lagos as Global Investment Hub
- Reaffirms Plan for Lagos International Financial Centre
- Woos Investors, Promises Stronger Financial Market
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming Lagos into a global investment destination through strategic reforms, infrastructure expansion, and financial market development.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the governor made this known during courtesy visits by the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, led by Oluropo Dada, and representatives of Standard Chartered Bank, including its Africa CEO, Dalu Ajene, at Lagos House, Marina.
EDITOR’S PICK
- Nigerian Fashion Designer Sheriff Shittu Shot Dead in Brooklyn Nightclub
- Awujale Stool: Royal Family Appeals to Ogun Government to Resume Process
- Many Attackers Behind Killings in Nigeria Are From Outside the Country – Akume
According to a statement issued by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu stressed that Lagos remains focused on creating a business-friendly environment, ensuring urban safety, and strengthening investor confidence.
He highlighted ongoing efforts to establish the Lagos International Financial Centre, describing it as a game-changing initiative aimed at attracting foreign direct and portfolio investments.
“We are deliberate about building Lagos into a global financial hub,” the governor said. “The Lagos International Financial Centre will provide a secure and favourable environment for international investors, deepen our capital market, and expand available financial instruments.”
Sanwo-Olu noted that the initiative has the backing of President Bola Tinubu and aligns with ongoing national economic reforms.
He added that the state government is investing heavily in infrastructure, human capital development, urban safety, and inclusive growth to ensure Lagos remains attractive to both local and international investors.
The governor also said Lagos would continue to deploy innovative financial instruments to fund major projects in infrastructure, transportation, and urban development, all aimed at improving residents’ quality of life.
He commended the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers and Standard Chartered Bank for their long-standing contributions to strengthening Nigeria’s financial sector and sustaining investor trust.
Earlier, Dada praised Lagos for its leadership in capital market participation and domestic resource mobilisation, citing projects such as the Blue and Red Line rail systems as examples of innovative funding strategies.
Ajene, on his part, reaffirmed Standard Chartered Bank’s commitment to supporting strategic investments and sustainable economic growth in Lagos and across Nigeria.
The visits underscored Lagos State’s ambition to solidify its position as Nigeria’s financial nerve centre and a leading investment hub in Africa.
FURTHER READING
- LAWMA Records 1,023 Illegal Dumping Cases in 2025
- By-Election Results Signal Strong Support for President Tinubu – Lagos APC
- 28-Year-Old Commercial Motorcyclist Beaten to Death in Benin Community
Click here to watch video of the week
