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Tech: London's thriving scale-ups meet Lagos ecosystem leaders - ITREALMS

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London & Partners, London's growth agency, has brought 26 high-growth enterprise, sustainability, and fintech companies to Nigeria through its Grow London Global programme, reports ITREALMS.
Tech: London's thriving scale-ups meet Lagos ecosystem leaders - ITREALMS
The trade mission, led by Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, aims to strengthen economic, cultural, and innovation ties between London and Lagos.

The delegation includes leading London companies such as Algomarketing, Chekkit, Climbing Trees, and more. During their visit, they attended meetings and roundtables focused on doing business in Nigeria, climate innovation, corporate investment in technology, and unlocking talent.


A major tech summit, "Bridging Borders – How London and Lagos can shape the future of global tech," was hosted by London & Partners and the Mayor of London. The event brought together leading Nigerian and London business and tech players to explore joint initiatives and build lasting partnerships.


The trade mission presents opportunities for London and Lagos companies to collaborate on technology, financial services, and skills, benefiting communities in both cities. Howard Dawber, Deputy Mayor for Business and Growth, emphasized the importance of promoting cross-ecosystem innovation and trade between Lagos and London.


Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Founding Partner of Future Africa, welcomed the visit, hoping it would reignite a transatlantic partnership transforming global innovation. 

The British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos highlighted the UK government's commitment to strengthening economic and cultural ties with Nigeria.


The visit demonstrates London's commitment to building strong relationships with African cities, fostering innovation, and driving growth.

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