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Canadian and Nigerian business sectors meet to showcase and explore diverse investment opportunities

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Aug. 23, 2016

OZ Consulting Firm is pleased to present the first ever Canada-Nigeria B2B Tradeshow and Conference.

From Wednesday, October 5th to Friday, October 7th, 2016 at Universal Eventspace in Vaughan, Canadian and Nigerian investors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and delegates interested in trade and foreign investments will converge to explore innovative business solutions from over 200 Canadian and international exhibitors from public and private sectors. Tickets for packaged and individual events are now available: here

Under the theme “Two Nations United: Diversification for Inclusive Economic Growth”, the event aims to sustainably enhance trade relations and encourage investment and innovation between Canada and Nigeria. Ticket holders will have access to exhibitions, speakers, seminars, workshops, executive leadership conference and the Gala Night hosted on October 7, 2016.

Leading the executive conference as B2B Special Coordinator is The Canadian Urban Institute, a not-for-profit organization based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is mandated to pursue both national and international urban issues. The institute operates in several fields related to urban planning and is involved with specific issues such as affordable housing, the competitiveness of city regions, smart growth, energy and water solutions, age-friendly communities and brownfield reclamation.

“The benefits of the Canada-Nigeria B2B Trade show are huge. It is going to give entrepreneurs a chance to bring their products to Canada and vice versa,” says Alex Ihama, Canada-Nigeria B2B Trade Coordinator. “For Nigerian delegates the possibilities are infinite, with regards to networking, entrepreneurial skills, training, and even basic exposure.Canadians will also meet and learn from successful Nigerian businesses owners.

Other special guests include the Mayor of Vaughan Maurizio Bevilacqua, & the Emir of Kano His Highness Muhammad Sanusi II.

Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was crowned 8 June 2014 as the Emir of Kano. He was a career successful banker and a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. The global financial intelligence magazine, The Banker, published by the Financial Times, conferred on Sanusi two awards, the global award for Central Bank Governor of the Year, as well as for Central Bank Governor of the Year for Africa. The TIME magazine also listed Sanusi in its TIMES 100 list of Most Influential People of 2011.

“The Emir of Kano is a very knowledgeable man, and this event is an opportunity to tap into his brain,” says Abi Goodman, organizer for CNB2B Tradeshow and Executive Program Director at OZ Consulting Firm. “He is well respected around the world, and so we are very happy that he could be a part of this year’s event.”

The first day of the trade show will begin with performances by National Troupe of Nigeria/Niger State and Juno Award winner and Grammy award winner Liberty Silver. An invitation only Investors Forum and Lunch will be held on Thursday at 11am. Success planner and founder of Sistertalk Karlyn Percil-Mercieca will host the red carpet welcome on the Gala Night.

Why Is Nigeria Important To Canadian Business?

Nigeria is the second largest economy in Africa, with the majority of its export revenue coming from oil. With the volatile state of oil nationally & globally, this emerging market sees diversification of its economy as a means to facilitate growth.

In May 2015 Canada and Nigeria signed the Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA). For potential investors, CNB2B Tradeshow could not have come at a more ideal time. The Government of Canada also reports that in 2015 “Nigeria was Canada’s second largest bilateral merchandise trading partner in sub-Saharan Africa, with bilateral merchandise trade totaling $1.45 billion.”

What Topics Will Be Covered During This Event?

Agricultural production, the main source of revenue before oil took lead, has re-emerged as an area of concentration for the Nigerian government. It is one of the many sectors that investors and over 2,000 expected attendees will be able to explore at the tradeshow and seminars. Others include: Banking & Finance Services; Building & Construction Materials; Education; Environment & Waste Management; Medicals & Pharmaceuticals; Mining & Energy; Real Estate & Estate Management.

Those curious about topics such as the importing and exporting process, security and conducting business in either country will be have their questions answered by Ministry of Trade and Investments, Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce and Nigerian Export Promotions Council. Outside of the business community, the event is also open to students.

Who Will Be Speaking At This Event?

Partnering with this year’s events as sponsors are OZ Consulting Firm, Wakanow, Nigerian Export Promotion Council, Agri-veg Equipment, Medez Financial Service, Foray, Northwood Travels and Tours Ltd, and the Town of Richmond Hill.

Canada-Nigeria B2B Trade Show Details:

Event Venue: Universal Eventspace, Highway 7, Vaughan, Ontario L4H 4G3.

Dates: Monday, 03 October 2016 - Friday, 07 October 2016, 8:00 AM-11:00 PM

Tickets: prices vary. Reserve your spot at
http://www.canadian-nigerianb2b.com/book-now/#RegisterNow

For more information please visit the website: canadian-nigerianb2b.com. You can follow us on Twitter @CNB2B or connect on Facebook at Canada Nigeria B2B Tradeshow for news and updates.