The Providus Bank- Non-Oil Export Summit: Paving the Way for a Flourishing Non-Oil Export Industry in Nigeria
The Providus Bank Non-Oil Export Summit of 2023 convened on Friday, August 25, 2023, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos.
The event drew a crowd of more than 200 key stakeholders from the non-oil export sphere, comprising exporters, manufacturers, government officials, and representatives from financial institutions.
Under the theme “Charting the Course for Expanding Non-Oil Exports in Nigeria,” the summit provided a platform to deliberate on the challenges and prospects encountered by Nigeria’s non-oil export sector. It sought solutions to enhance exports and diversify the country’s economy.
Commencing with the stirring rendition of the national anthem, the symposium resonated with a sense of patriotism and unity among all participants.
Over 200 stakeholders from the non-oil export sector, including exporters, manufacturers, government officials, and financial institutions, attended this summit that created the channel to discuss the challenges and explore the opportunities facing the non-oil export sector in Nigeria.
It was an insightful experience for the professionals in the exports industry, and served as a forum for thought-provoking discussions, enlightening revelations, and valuable networking opportunities.
Some prominent personalities who were in attendance are: Mr. Kingsley Aigbokhavebo (Deputy Managing Director, ProvidusBank), Mr. Mohammed Babdende (Customs Area Controller, Nigeria), Olori Ronke Adewunyi Ogunwunmi (Esteemed Royal Queen of Ile-Ife and the visionary founder of Africa Fashion Week), Mr. Uade Ahimie (Head Strategy representing Nairametrics), Danielle Jarikre (Head of the Lagos Regional Office, Nigeria Export-Import Bank (NEXIM)), Mr. Ajobade Ogunbiyi (Managing Director/CEO, BPL Nigeria Limited), Mr. Ikenna Egbukole (Chief Officer, Mitsun Group), Mr. Aminu Murtala Nyako (MD of Sebore International Farms Limited), Moriam Musa (MD of MORSI PR), Mr. Bamidele Ayemibo (Lead Consultant, 3T Impex Trade Academy).
