SMEs in focus as EMWA expo opens today in Lagos

ORGANISERS of Equipment and Manufacturing West Africa Expo (EMWA), Zenith Exhibitions, have said this year’s conference would showcase opportunities in Nigeria’s industrial sector and assist investors in accessing the market.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and other participants are to be empowered with insights and insider knowledge to advance careers and grow businesses. Managing Director of Zenith Exhibitions, Joseph Oru, in a statement, said the event would hold from today till June 1 in Lagos.

He submitted that SMEs would be given the opportunity to exhibit their products for free in a start-up zone that forms part of the programme. His words: “EMWA is a unique platform bringing together influential decision makers, innovators and suppliers from the region and beyond.”

“The event gives attendees the chance to network with 4000 of their industry peers and find the ideal products and solutions from local and international exhibitors.

“The exhibition, in its third edition, has solidified its position as Nigeria’s premier international manufacturing and industrial event.” According to Oru, trade shows are crucial for gaining access into the market and developing networking opportunities.

He noted that Nigerian market has enormous potential and offers enormous opportunities for any investor. Oru added: “The purpose of the event is to build connections, promote innovation-related conversations and give key stakeholders an excellent venue for networking. “We expect more participants to register and enjoy enormous benefits the programme has to offer.”