As part of effort to contribute, promote and re-position the Nigerian economy towards achieving Sustainable Development, Arise O Nigeria is partnering with reputable international organizations across the continents (Canada, USA, Europe, Middle East & Asia) to organize trade & investment summits towards converging potential Investors in various sectors to Nigeria.
The U.S Nigeria Trade Council, a US based organization has partnered with Arise O Nigeria to organize the US NIGERIA TRADE
& INVESTMENT EXPO/SUMMIT as a platform to showcase over 25 investors who are interested in Investing in Nigeria from different Part of the world to the
Nigerian Government.
✓ This event is scheduled to hold on July 27th – 30th, 2020.
Proposed Venue: International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja – Nigeria
✓ This event is structured to engage policy/decision makers, captains of industry, financiers and entrepreneurs. Activities will include keynotes and
presentations by renowned speakers in business and government, panel sessions, B2B engagements for strategic alliances and partnerships.
✓ This event will also create opportunity for entrepreneurs to present viable project for sponsorship from Investors, private and public sector
investors.
✓ There will be high level Exhibition in Agribusiness, Energy, Telecommunication, Mining, Real Estate, Manufacturing,Healthcare, Hospitality, Travel & Tours, Information/ Communication and Technology (ICT) sectors etc.
✓ This event aims at promoting better integration for Nigeria’s economic growth, engaging high-calibre local and international leaders, scholars, captains of industry, social luminaries and entrepreneurs.
✓ Businessmen and women from said sectors will have the opportunity to showcase their products, network and pitch their businesses to a carefully selected team of high-level Financial Powerhouses and Investors interested in finding viable business opportunities and strategic partnerships in Nigeria.
✓ This Summit will develop Intra-trade/US/Nigeria investments drive to explore investment opportunities.
Overall, this summit is expected to offer tangible and palpable investments to all participants.
The Program is scheduled to hold as follows…
TUESDAY, JULY 27th, 2020
– Grand Opening, Welcome Cocktail & Tour
WEDNESDAY, JULY 28th, 2020
. Trade & Investment Roundtable Sessions
High-level Investors Roundtable fostering Interaction between investment stakeholders to address policy Challenges for investment and enterprise
development. Planned to be the largest gathering of Nigerian Entrepreneurs & International Investors. Activities will include keynotes and presentations by renowned speakers in business and government, panel sessions, and B2B engagements for strategic alliances and partnerships.
Industry Sectors of Focus: Agriculture & Rural Development, Power & Alternative Energy, Finance, Security, Corruption, Infrastructure – Real estate, road development & transportation, Technology/ ICT, Oil & Gas
TOPICS
✓ Structural Reforms & Policies for National Economic Development.
✓ The Role of investment strategies and Policies for National Development
✓ Corruption & its effect on Economic Growth.
✓ The Role & Impact of National Security on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
✓ Financial Sector Reform and Its Impact on Investment and Economic Growth.
✓ Agricultural investment options for poverty Alleviation & Rural
development.
✓ Energy Investment & its impact on Economic Growth.
✓ Building peace & achieving sustainable development; women’s role in nation building.
✓ The roles & impact of Federal Government on Foreign Direct Investment towards national development.
OBJECTIVE
✓ Unparalleled Networking with Business Professionals-: Networking is the number 1 reason for participants to Connect with hundreds of business decision-makers from C-suite to business development.
✓ Access to High-Level Nigerian Government Representatives: Investors will have opportunity to meet key MDA Directors, Ministers and decision-makers
in one place, at one time.
THURSDAY, JULY 29th,, 2020
Trade Expo & Exhibition
FRIDAY, JULY 30th, 2020 – Leadership, Peace and Security Summit is a round-table where key players in the African Security sector will bring up constraints to greater collaboration and jointly develop solutions to foster peace and security in Nigeria & Africa at Large.
SECTION 2. GALA NIGHT/ PAN AFRICAN LEADERSHIP & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AWARDS
This award honor is a recognition of commitment to
a higher duty and responsibility which recognizes past accomplishments, potential to do more, and a partnership for sustainable development.
Arise O Nigeria is uniting leaders serving as catalysts of social change, a Network of credible individuals who have strong passion for humanity transforming local communities and championing the realization of the sustainable development goals in Nigeria which are called the SDG Ambassadors..
The SDG AMBASSADORS Seeks to:
Encourage the implementation of the SDGs across all traditional borders of religion, political affiliation, social status, race, ethnicity, nationality, etc. As a result, the program hopes to attain these two core objectives:
Promote a culture of sustainable development, in which people are born into a lifestyle of progress and potential. Facilitating the development of local communities of leaders that will continuously work towards the realization of the SDGs.
Awardees will be inducted as a FELLOW of the U.S Chartered Institute Of Management & Leadership (CIML) at the US AFRICA TRADE & INVESTMENT GLOBAL SUMMIT scheduled to hold in Georgia, Atlanta, USA October 15th -17th, 2020
Awardee’s Profile & humanitarian Projects will be published on various media platform including Al-Jazirah Newspaper, BEN Television, Thisday Newspaper.
UBA GMD Calls for Public-Private Collaboration, Joins Aviation Minister to Commission New MMIA Departure Section
The newly renovated departure section of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, refurbished by United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, was officially commissioned on Friday, December 20th, 2024.
The laudable project, which marks a transformative moment in Nigeria’s aviation sector, underscores UBA’s unwavering commitment to national development and highlights the immense value of strategic public-private partnerships (PPPs).
The ceremony was graced by distinguished stakeholders, including the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN; the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku; other Directors, and Heads of Agencies operating at the Airport.
Speaking at the event, UBA’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Oliver Alawuba,lauded the collaboration that brought the project to fruition as he emphasised the need for public and private institutions to come together to build and revamp the nation’s assets.
“This renovation is a testament of UBA’s belief in the transformative power of investing in national assets. By modernising our airports, we not only enhance infrastructure but also position Nigeria as a global hub for tourism, trade, and investment,” he stated.
Alawuba took time to highlight the broader economic impact of such initiatives, urging increased private-sector participation in national development. “Public-private partnerships like this demonstrate what can be achieved when we unite for a shared vision of progress and investing in infrastructure catalyses economic growth, improves travel experiences, and creates opportunities across various sectors of the economy,” he added.
Alawuba reflected on the power of unity and collaboration, quoting Helen Keller: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” The commissioning of the renovated departure section serves as a reminder of what strategic partnerships can achieve in driving national development and elevating Nigeria’s global standing.”
While commissioning the project, Keyamo commended UBA for executing the project, a feat he termed a landmark achievement in Nigeria’s aviation sector. “This renovated departure section exemplifies the bank’s commitment to elevating aviation infrastructure, improving passenger experiences, and fostering international partnerships. It is a proud moment for the ministry and all stakeholders involved, and I thank the management of UBA for pioneering this initiative,” he remarked.
The minister highlighted other key achievements of his ministry, including compliance with the Cape Town Convention, the launch of a consumer protection portal, and advancements in major infrastructure projects such as the second runway at Abuja Airport and solar energy integration in airport operations.
The Managing Director/Chief Executive of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, commended UBA and other stakeholders for their contributions, adding, “This project reflects FAAN’s dedication to delivering world-class aviation infrastructure. The enhanced departure section not only elevates passenger experiences but also strengthens Nigeria’s competitive position in global aviation,” she said.
She called for more private-sector participation, emphasising that “partnerships like these are essential to transforming the aviation sector into a beacon of excellence.”
The newly renovated departure section boasts cutting-edge facilities designed to enhance efficiency and passenger comfort. This upgrade reaffirms the Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s status as a critical gateway to Nigeria and a major hub for international travel in Africa.
United Bank for Africa is Africa’s Global Bank. Operating across twenty African countries and the United Kingdom, the United States of America, France and the United Arab Emirates, UBA provides retail, commercial and institutional banking services, leading financial inclusion and implementing cutting edge technology. UBA is one of the largest employers in the financial sector on the African continent, with 25,000 employees group wide and serving over 45 million customers globally.
NNPC Debunks Shutdown Rumors, Confirms Port Harcourt Refinery Fully Operational
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has dismissed reports circulating in certain media outlets claiming that the Old Port Harcourt Refinery, which was re-streamed two months ago, has been shut down.
In a statement released by Olufemi O. Soneye, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd, the company clarified that the refinery is fully operational. The statement noted that the facility’s operational status was recently verified by former Group Managing Directors of NNPC during a site inspection.
“Preparation for the day’s loading operation is currently ongoing,” the statement confirmed, emphasizing that allegations of the refinery’s shutdown are baseless and intended to create panic or artificial scarcity in the fuel market.
NNPC Ltd urged members of the public to disregard such misleading reports, labeling them as the work of those seeking to exploit Nigerians.
The Old Port Harcourt Refinery has been in operation since its re-streaming, and the company remains committed to ensuring stability in the supply of petroleum products across the country.
In a show of solidarity, the Committee of Banks in Nigeria has extended a helping hand to victims of the September 2024 floods in Jigawa State. On Thursday, a high-profile delegation led by Dr. Oliver Alawuba, Chairman of the Committee and Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), visited Dutse, the state capital, to present relief materials to the state government.
The donated items, worth several million Naira, included essential food supplies such as rice and cooking oil, along with mattresses and beverages. Dr. Alawuba highlighted that the gesture aimed to alleviate the hardship faced by flood victims and support critical institutions, especially public hospitals, in their efforts to assist those affected.
“We stand in solidarity with the people and government of Jigawa State during this difficult time. This donation is our way of expressing empathy and supporting those who have lost loved ones, properties, and livelihoods,” Dr. Alawuba stated.
The delegation included notable banking leaders such as Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna of Access Bank Plc, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji of Zenith Bank Plc, and Dr. (Mrs.) Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe of Fidelity Bank Plc, among others. Their collective presence underscored the banking sector’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and national development.
Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi expressed profound gratitude for the donation, describing the visit as a rare and commendable act of compassion. He assured the delegation that the relief materials would be judiciously distributed to the intended beneficiaries, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in rebuilding lives and communities.
The Committee of Banks also reiterated their commitment to supporting Nigerians during emergencies, drawing attention to previous interventions, including relief efforts during the 2011 and 2013 floods, the COVID-19 pandemic, and security initiatives like the Lagos State Security Trust Fund.
This humanitarian gesture reflects the collective resolve of Nigeria’s financial institutions to foster social and economic growth, making a meaningful impact in times of need.