From left: CEO, Starling One Foundation, Ms. Peju Ibekwe; Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Bada Ambrose; Special Adviser to the Governor on Sustainable Development Goal, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives Trade and Investment, Dr. Olugbemiga Aina, during the Invest in Lagos 2.0, and Africa Social Impact Summit, Official Press Conference, at Press Center Alausa Ikeja, Lagos.
By Kayode Olopade
Lagos State has officially announced the second edition of its flagship investment gathering, the Lagos Investment Summit 2.0, scheduled for Wednesday, July 9, 2025. The summit will be followed closely by the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) from July 10 to 11, 2025—both set to hold at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island.
Speaking at a press conference on Monday at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, the Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Kaosarat Bada Ambrose, described the upcoming events as “two of the most strategic gatherings of the year,” with the potential to reposition Lagos as a 21st-century economy through bold and actionable solutions.
Themed “Scaling Action: Bold Solutions Towards Making Lagos a 21st Century Economy,” the summit is set to bring together key players across various sectors—ranging from visionary investors and policymakers to development partners and global business leaders.
“This summit is more than a meeting; it is a platform for actionable collaboration,” Bada-Ambrose stated, emphasizing that the event would drive investment in civil infrastructure, digital innovation, enterprise development, and sustainable urban solutions. The event will feature a morning plenary session and conclude with a strategic networking segment.
One of the summit’s main highlights is the “Deal Rooms,” where investment opportunities within Lagos State will be pitched to potential investors by political heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), alongside senior government officials. These Deal Rooms are designed to foster one-on-one engagements, investor matchmaking, and policy-driven discussions with stakeholders including DFIs, multilateral agencies, and global corporations.
“Lagos continues to lead in sub-Saharan Africa, not just in population or GDP, but in building smart city infrastructure and becoming a magnet for fintech and digital economy,” the Commissioner added.
Following the Investment Summit, the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) will take center stage from Thursday, July 10 to Friday, July 11. Co-convened by the Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations, in collaboration with Sterling Bank and the Lagos State Government, ASIS aims to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Union Agenda 2063.
This year’s ASIS will focus on climate resilience, inclusive growth, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) metrics, youth empowerment, education, and health equity. It seeks to deepen collaboration between public and private sectors, mobilize impact investment for social enterprises, and refine policies needed to address Africa’s pressing development challenges.
“The summit will serve as a premium platform to drive conversations, promote strategic partnerships, and catalyze policy innovation necessary for real social impact,” Bada-Ambrose said, while inviting both local and international stakeholders to be part of the initiative.
She concluded by expressing gratitude to all partners and stakeholders who have contributed to the success of the summits, affirming Lagos’ readiness to deliver a future-focused, resilient, and globally competitive economy
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