NICCI Joins Stakeholders at Invest Lagos 3.0 Summit 2026, Reinforces Commitment to Investment-Led Economic Growth

The Nigerian-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI) participated in the prestigious Invest Lagos 3.0 Summit 2026, a flagship investment and economic development platform that convened leading policymakers, investors, diplomats, development finance institutions, and business executives from across Africa and the international community.

Held in Lagos, the summit served as a strategic forum for advancing investment opportunities, strengthening public-private sector collaboration, and positioning Lagos as Africa’s premier destination for business, innovation, and sustainable economic growth.

The high-profile event featured keynote addresses and panel discussions led by distinguished global and regional leaders, including the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lord Jonathan Marland of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), Kanayo Awani of Afreximbank, Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and Shirley Botchwey, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth.

Throughout the summit, participants engaged in robust discussions on investment promotion, infrastructure development, regional trade integration, digital transformation, industrialization, and innovative financing mechanisms required to unlock Africa’s vast economic potential. The event also featured investment showcases highlighting strategic sectors and projects designed to attract local and foreign direct investment into Lagos State and Nigeria at large.

Representing its growing network of Nigerian and Indonesian businesses, NICCI actively participated in the summit’s engagement sessions, leveraging the platform to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders while exploring new opportunities for bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation.

The summit further defines Lagos State’s emergence as a leading commercial and investment gateway to Africa, supported by progressive reforms, infrastructure development initiatives, and an increasingly attractive business environment. Stakeholders reaffirmed the need for continued investment in sectors such as manufacturing, technology, logistics, agriculture, energy, and trade facilitation to accelerate inclusive growth and job creation.

NICCI’s participation aligns with its broader mission of promoting trade, investment, and economic cooperation between Nigeria and Indonesia while supporting initiatives that enhance Africa’s competitiveness in the global economy. The Chamber remains committed to creating platforms that connect businesses, facilitate strategic partnerships, and contribute to the sustainable development aspirations of both nations.

As discussions at Invest Lagos 3.0 highlighted, the future of Africa’s economic growth will be driven by stronger regional integration, increased private sector participation, and sustained investment flows. NICCI remains dedicated to supporting these objectives and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships that unlock new opportunities for businesses across Nigeria, Indonesia, and the wider African market.