“Japan Tobacco International and Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry Launch Inaugural Symposium on Industrial Growth in Nigeria.”

From Left: Mr. Thomas Adams, General Manager, Japan Tobacco International Nigeria; Mr. Gabriel Idahosa, President and Chairman of Council, Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI); Mr. Ade Adefeko, Chairman, Industrial Group, LCCI; and Mr. Vivian Ikem, Director, Corporate Affairs and Communication, Japan Tobacco International Nigeria; during the LCCI inaugural Industrial symposium with the theme: Industries as Catalyst for Growth and Economic Development in Lagos on Thursday, 24th October 2024.

Japan Tobacco International (JTI) and the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) jointly hosted their inaugural industrial symposium, themed *”Industries as Catalyst for Growth and Economic Development,”* on Thursday in Lagos. The event highlighted the vital role industries play in driving economic growth and sustainable development in Nigeria.

The symposium brought together leaders from various sectors to discuss strategies for industrial expansion and address the pressing issues that impede economic growth. Key stakeholders present included Mr. Thomas Adams, General Manager of Japan Tobacco International Nigeria; Mr. Gabriel Idahosa, President and Chairman of Council at LCCI; and Mr. Ade Adefeko, Chairman of LCCI’s Industrial Group. These industry leaders underscored the need for innovation, sustainable practices, and strengthened collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure Nigeria’s economic advancement.

Prominent speakers, such as Alhaji Sada Ladan-Baki, Group Executive Director of Export and International Trade at Dangote Cement Plc; Dr. Rislanudeen Muhammad, Chief Economist at the Bank of Industry; and Dr. Chinyere Almona, Director General of LCCI, provided insights into various industrial challenges and presented potential solutions to foster growth. The discussions centered on creating an enabling environment for industries to thrive, improving access to capital, and enhancing policies to stimulate export and international trade.

Vivian Ikem, Director of Corporate Affairs and Communication at JTI Nigeria, expressed JTI’s commitment to supporting economic development in Nigeria through partnerships and initiatives that promote industrial growth. “JTI remains dedicated to contributing to Nigeria’s economic development, and we recognize that thriving industries are essential to the country’s long-term success,” Ikem said.

The event marked a significant milestone in strengthening collaboration between industry leaders, policymakers, and investors, laying a foundation for future discussions on industrial growth and sustainable economic development in Nigeria.