Lord Mayor’s Show unites Lagos govt, coronation group, enterprise NGR

Published 11 Nov 2023

Chief Marketing And Communications Officer, Coronation Group, Ngozi Akinyele (left); Chairman Enterprise NGR, Aigboje Aig- Imoukhuede; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwoolu; MD/CEO Coronation Group Limited, Wole Onasanya; CEO, Enterprise NGR, Obi Ibekwe; Director, Policy and Public Affairs, Enterprise NGR, Oyelami Adekola and CEO, Coronation Insurance, Olamide Olajolo at a media parley announcing Coronation Group Limited as the lead sponsor of Lagos State’s historic Lord Mayor’s Show collaboration in London.

In a bid to position Lagos State as Africa’s premier financial centre, with the newly inaugurated Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) Council at the forefront of this transformative journey, Coronation Group, Africa’s investment management powerhouse, has announced its Platinum Sponsorship for Lagos State and Enterprise NGR’s history-making participation in the 805th procession of the prestigious Lord Mayor’s Show in London.
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In this groundbreaking collaboration, Coronation Group’s platinum sponsorship underscores its commitment to fostering economic growth, innovation, and global partnerships within the African financial landscape.

Commenting on the development, Governor of Lagos State and Chair of the LIFC Council, Babajide Sanwo-Olu emphasised that the Lord Mayor’s Show is not merely a display of pageantry but a strategic opportunity to showcase Lagos on a global platform. Coronation Group’s support aligns with this vision, recognising the profound impact of such initiatives on Africa’s economic prominence.

Addressing the strategic intent behind the sponsorship, MD/CEO of Coronation Group, Wole Onasanya, said Coronation Group serves as a dynamic force for driving transformative change across Africa’s financial landscape. “Through our Platinum Sponsorship, we actively demonstrate our unwavering dedication to catalysing sustainable development and nurturing strategic partnerships that significantly contribute to the economic prosperity of Lagos and Nigeria. This pledge not only reinforces our shared vision for the future of Lagos State but also underscores the paramount significance of forging global partnerships to position Nigeria as Africa’s premier financial market.”

Onasanya continued: “The Voice of Enterprise, EnterpriseNGR has a pivotal role in advocating for the growth of Nigeria’s Financial and Professional Services sector. This aligns seamlessly with Coronation Group’s mission. This is why the collaboration at the Lord Mayor’s Show signifies a shared dedication to showcasing Lagos as an open and thriving business destination. As Lagos, represented by the Governor, EnterpriseNGR and the LIFC Council, engage in strategic meetings in London in the coming weeks, Coronation Group remains steadfast in its support, echoing the resounding message.”
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