The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has admitted 81 new firms, mainly micro, small and medium businesses.
The firms join thousands of businesses that are already in the chamber’s registry.
Speaking at an induction ceremony in Lagos, Babatunde Paul Ruwase, president of the chamber, said the objective of the LCCI, encapsulated in its mission statement, is to promote and protect the interest of its members and the business community at large through public policy advocacy, creation and facilitation of commercial and industrial opportunities as well as provision of business development service and observance of highest standards of business ethics.
He said the chamber has come a long way in building its highly reputable profile and credibility through vision, selfless services and integrity of illustrious founding fathers and their worthy successors.
“It therefore behoves the inheritors of this goodwill and enduring legacy to keep the flag flying at all times. I enjoin you to participate actively in the chamber’s activities. This will position your business to enjoy the tremendous benefits of membership of the chamber,” he said.
“As businessmen and women, we have obligations which transcend profit-making. We should pay adequate attention to the integrity of our business transactions and practices. I urge you all to be committed to the ideals of high ethical standards and responsible corporate ethics to which all members are to subscribe,” he explained.
Suboma Ajumogobia, chairman of board of Business Education Services and Training (BEST) unit of the chamber, said new members are encouraged to join one or more of the 25 sub-groups that would best suit their objectives.
He explained that the chamber would support the new members to grow, expose them to opportunities and do advocacy services on their behalf.
He further stated that the chamber offers trainings, conferences, and networking opportunities for members while also protecting and promoting their images.
He added that the chamber provides the biggest platform for networking, urging the new members to come up innovative ideas.
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