Highlights from the Nigerian-Indonesian Investment and Trade Forum 2024
The 3rd edition of the Nigerian-Indonesian Investment and Trade Forum (NIITF) unfolded on September 4, 2024, at the luxurious Mulia Resort Bali, Indonesia, held alongside the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum. The event commenced with a networking tea break, allowing global participants to familiarize themselves.
Following the national anthems of both nations, Mr. Ishmael Balogun, President of the Chamber, gave the welcome address. This was followed by an insightful presentation from Prof. Salawudeen Bin Ahmed, Chairman of Signature Global Real Estate and Standard Trust Insurance, who outlined the global opportunities in insurance and their 40-year track record.
The keynote speaker, Mr. Yomi Benson, CEO of Sahara Energy Singapore PTE Ltd., highlighted the company’s expansive growth in commodities trading, upstream and downstream energy, and the vast potential in renewable energy. He shared lessons from Sahara’s rise to a global organization with over 6,000 staff members.
Mr. Ricky Rahardja, Chief Marketing Officer of Oxytane International Ltd., spoke next, presenting their achievements with Oxytane, the leading global fuel additive, and inviting partnerships from Nigerian distributors. This was followed by a presentation from Mr. Abdulazeez Salawudeen, CFO of Signature Global Real Estate, who outlined investment opportunities in Dubai’s real estate market and guided participants on achieving homeownership.
Highlights from The Indonesian African Forum IAF 2024
The 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF), held in Bali from September 1st to 3rd, 2024, ushered in a new era of economic collaboration between Africa and Asia, as over $3.5 billion in groundbreaking business deals were secured. The forum, a prestigious platform for strengthening ties across the continents, attracted leaders and key stakeholders from across Africa, highlighting the region’s growing influence on the global economic stage. These agreements, spanning vital sectors such as mining, agriculture, renewable energy, healthcare, and food security, promise to accelerate Africa’s development and deepen partnerships with Asian economies.
Highlights from the Nigerian-Indonesian Investment and Trade Forum 2023
The Nigerian-Indonesian Investment and Trade Forum 2023, themed “Unlocking Bilateral Bottlenecks and Creating Opportunities,” successfully unfolded in Jakarta on October 23. Hosted by NICCI at the Park Hyatt and sponsored by the Enugu State Government and Sahara Energy International, the event, attended by global participants, including Governor Dr. Peter N. Mbah, aimed at fostering economic growth and strengthening international ties.
Governor Peter Mbah emphasized Enugu State’s lucrative business opportunities, urging international investors to tap into them for mutual benefits. Sahara Energy CEO Mr. Yomi Benson shared the company’s impressive $17.5 billion annual turnover, encouraging further collaboration with investors worldwide. Distinguished speakers explored various sectors, leading to Government-Government, Government-Business, and Business-Business Bilateral meetings, fostering valuable collaborations. Gratitude is extended to sponsors, partners, and participants for ensuring the success of NIITF2023, with eager anticipation for continued triumphs in NIITF2024.