Olumide Lawal
30 Jul
On July 13th, 2024 the Nigerian Professionals Network (NPN) and Africa Policy Conversations (AfPC) convened a landmark event at Kings House in London aimed at galvanising the Nigerian diaspora for national development. Titled "Nurturing Nigeria’s Future: Mobilising Resources for Impact Investments", the event gathered Nigerian professionals and policymakers to explore avenues for impactful investments in…
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In a significant collaborative effort, the Nigerian Professionals Network (NPN), in partnership with The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund Nigerian Community, orchestrated a momentous event in Washington, DC, on the 14th of December 2023. The event, themed "Nurturing Nigeria’s Future: Integrating Health and Enterprise Development for Sustainable Growth," transcended conventional gatherings, serving as…
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