Lagos continues to strengthen its position as a destination for forward-looking capital, with a growing emphasis on sustainability and long-term value creation.
At the first German Business Roundtable of 2025, hosted at the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Lagos, the Lagos State Government opened direct conversations with German businesses on investment opportunities tied to climate-resilient infrastructure and sectoral growth.
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The session, convened by the Consul General, Weert Börner, brought together key stakeholders from the German business community and public sector representatives to explore pathways for deepening economic collaboration. Representing the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Folashade Kaosarat Ambrose, the Permanent Secretary, Olugbemiga Aina, delivered the State’s position with clarity and intent.
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Lagos’ message was grounded in opportunity, but shaped by urgency. As global economies respond to climate realities, the demand for resilient infrastructure continues to grow. The State is aligning its investment focus accordingly, opening up critical sectors to partnerships that can deliver both economic returns and sustainable outcomes.
Speaking on behalf of the Commissioner, Dr Aina called on German companies to build on the long-standing economic relationship between Nigeria and Germany by exploring opportunities across transportation, energy, housing, healthcare, environment, and agriculture. These sectors, he noted, are central to Lagos’ development trajectory and present viable entry points for structured investment.
The engagement reflects a broader strategy by Lagos to attract capital that is not only patient, but also aligned with the future of urban development. Climate-resilient infrastructure sits at the centre of that vision, offering investors the opportunity to participate in projects that are both commercially viable and socially impactful.
The State reaffirmed its readiness to support investors through facilitation, coordination, and an enabling business environment designed to ease entry and execution. For Lagos, the focus remains consistent. Build credible partnerships, unlock investment flows, and ensure that opportunities are matched with the right capital.
The German Business Roundtable marks another step in that direction, strengthening ties with one of Europe’s leading industrial economies while positioning Lagos as a market where sustainability and investment performance can meet.