Glocapro, a forefront Canadian consulting firm, is gearing up to host a pivotal trade summit designed to enhance the economic and bilateral relations between Nigeria and Canada. Slated for March 7, 2024, in Nigeria’s commercial heart, Lagos, the summit aims to unite influential leaders from the business, technology, manufacturing, and professional services sectors.
Mr. Babajide Shiwoku, the Director of Business Development and Partnerships at Glocapro and co-host of the summit, emphasizes the importance of this gathering in the current global economic landscape. “In an era where the world is rapidly changing, forums like this are crucial for sparking international cooperation and fostering economic expansion,” Shiwoku remarked. He further encouraged potential attendees to register promptly, anticipating a diverse turnout keen on uncovering avenues for collaboration between Africa and North America.
The summit promises not only unparalleled networking opportunities with prominent business figures but also offers insights into immigration processes for those looking to venture into Canada and the USA. With an entry fee set at $200 or N250,000, the event has limited seats, underscoring its exclusivity and the value it promises to deliver.
This initiative arrives amidst growing calls for increased trade and collaboration between Nigeria and Canada. James Christoff, the Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, recently highlighted the burgeoning partnership between the two nations. Despite a bilateral trade volume of over two billion dollars annually, Christoff sees room for significant growth. “Canada is a trading nation, and Nigeria is our largest bilateral trade partner in Africa. However, there’s vast untapped potential we’re eager to explore,” he shared during an engagement with the Lagos Business School community.
The Nigeria-Canada Trade Summit by Glocapro stands as a critical platform for solidifying stronger connections and unlocking reciprocal benefits between two economies brimming with potential. The event boasts an impressive lineup of speakers, including Prof. Pat Utomi, renowned for his expertise in political economics; Mr. Mehal Singh, a regulated Canadian immigration consultant; Mr. Niyi Adesanya, a respected leadership and management consultant; and Dr. Sunday Olorunsheyi, co-founder of Pertinence Group and the summit’s co-host.
As Lagos prepares to host this significant event, the anticipation builds for what promises to be a landmark occasion in fostering deeper economic ties between Nigeria and Canada. Attendees can look forward to engaging discussions, invaluable networking, and practical insights into leveraging the rich opportunities that lie in the collaboration between these two diverse yet complementary economies.
