The Lagos session of the Benin-Nigeria Business Forum (BNBF 2026) is set to unlock new opportunities for trade, investment, and industrial cooperation between the two West African nations.
The Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FEWACCI) commends the governments of Benin and Nigeria for their commitment to deepening economic ties, anchored in the ECOWAS legal framework and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) .
Lagos, the financial and industrial hub of West Africa, provides the perfect platform for translating policy convergence into co-investment decisions and scalable cross-border enterprises.
The Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) in Benin offers a competitive industrial platform for Lagos-based manufacturers, investors, and financial institutions, with plug-and-play infrastructure and preferential access to regional markets.
FEWACCI is committed to supporting Lagos-based banks, investment funds, and enterprises in structuring bankable cross-border projects, leveraging ECOWAS instruments, and mitigating operational and regulatory risks.
The Lagos session of BNBF 2026 is expected to attract billions of dollars in trade and investment deals, positioning the city as a key player in West Africa’s economic growth .
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