The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is calling for deeper collaboration between Nigeria and India, highlighting how partnerships across key sectors can help tackle economic challenges and open new growth opportunities for both countries.
Speaking at the Nigeria–India Business Forum in Lagos, LCCI President Gabriel Idahosa said the time is right for both nations to explore joint ventures in agriculture, power, infrastructure, healthcare, education, compressed natural gas (CNG), and e-mobility.
He stressed that with the right investments and partnerships, both countries can tap into their strengths to drive innovation and sustainable development.
"We are not just here as delegates but as partners ready to unlock real value in sectors that matter," Idahosa said. "If we align our interests and invest strategically, we can build lasting solutions to some of our biggest economic problems."
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He also assured Indian investors that Nigeria remains committed to ensuring a secure environment for business operations. Idahosa noted that Nigeria's growing defense budget and history of cooperation with India in areas like training and knowledge exchange provide a foundation for more strategic ventures in defense technology.
On his part, Shri Kumar Kern, Consul General of India in Lagos, affirmed India's interest in doing business in Nigeria and called for more meaningful partnerships between the private sectors of both countries.
The forum aimed to spark actionable collaborations that could lead to job creation, technological transfer, and long-term economic stability for both nations.
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