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Nigeria, Canada partner to boost economic ties, investments

Nigeria, Canada partner to boost economic ties, investments

Nigeria and Canada have partnered through a trade exposition that will help to foster economic ties and create a potential for multimillion-dollar investments between the two countries.

The annual event scheduled for September 12-16, 2024, in Toronto, Canada, is the third in the series. It will unlock opportunities in infrastructure development, agriculture, technology, innovation, and energy.

Alpha Oasis International, with the support of the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and in collaboration with the City of Brampton, organisers of the event said is poised to provide an essential platform for strategic networking and participant partnerships.

Bose Odueke, CEO of Alpha Oasis International stated that the Expo aims to create avenues for investments for both countries and facilitate critical knowledge transfer and the exchange of ideas.

“The Expos serve as a bridge between Canada and Nigeria, achieving immense success by facilitating dialogues and creating avenues for collaboration. With the support of our partners, we aim to elevate these discussions further, especially focusing on key sectors vital for economic growth.”

Canadian businesses stand to gain significantly from these interactions.

The Expo 2024, will attract Heads of Conglomerates, senior government officials, foreign affairs representatives, and export agencies.

The previous edition, she said, engendered successful collaborations between Canadian and Nigerian businesses in critical sectors.

“Through this event, we will continue strengthening the economic relationship between Ontario and Nigeria. Our relationship has so much potential, and we are eager to explore avenues that will drive mutual growth and prosperity,” said Victor Fedeli, Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade.

“By cultivating trade, investment, and knowledge exchanges, we are confident that our collective efforts will lead to positive outcomes.”

The Canada-Nigeria Trade Expo 2024 promises to be an unparalleled event, celebrating the growing economic synergy between the two countries and their commitment to nurturing this valuable relationship.