As part of efforts towards deepening economic ties and accelerating trade and investment opportunities between Canada and Nigeria, the Canada–Africa Chamber of Business will hold its sixth Canada–Africa Business Conference.

The conference, which would take place from June 24 to 25 in Lagos, would convene senior decision-makers from across Canada and Nigeria to unlock new opportunities in trade, investment and large-scale project delivery across the continent.

Organisers have said this edition comes at a pivotal moment for Canada–Africa relations, as both regions seek to deepen economic cooperation actively.

With Nigeria representing one of Africa’s largest and most dynamic economies, Lagos provides a strategic gateway for Canadian firms seeking market entry and expansion and for African partners seeking capital, shared expertise and global market access.

Speaking on the scheduled event, the chamber’s President, Garreth Bloor, said building on over three decades of convening excellence, the organisation had continued to serve as a privately funded, business-to-business platform advancing commercial partnerships aligned with Canada’s trade diversification strategy and Africa’s economic growth trajectory.

Lending its support to the conference, the High Commission of Canada in Nigeria noted that Canada was bringing a unique combination of capital, credibility and world-class expertise in sectors that matter most to Africa’s growth; from mining and infrastructure to financial services and clean technologies.

Bloor added that the chamber has delivered high-level conferences across the continent, bringing together hundreds of delegates and facilitating meaningful commercial outcomes.

He noted that the first day of the conference would be packed with events and speeches while the second day will witness executive-level engagements with members and sponsors.

Also, the Group Managing Director, Zenith Bank Plc and conference sponsor, Dr Adaora Umeoji, expressed pride in serving as headline sponsor.

She added that the conference reflected the growing importance of financial linkages between both countries, including the vital role of the Nigerian diaspora in driving trade and investment.

“Nigeria is a gateway for capital deployment across the continent, and we look forward to working with partners to accelerate trade and investment,” she said.