27/05/2026
EDO STATE OPENS ITS TRADE DOORS TO UK INVESTORS
By Daniel-Nwosu Nohunwan Lucy
The Edo State Government, under the leadership of the Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has unveiled sweeping opportunities across agriculture, energy, mining, tourism, Innovation and technology, as it opens its trade doors to UK Investors in its investment drive.
In a goodwill message before a distinguished gathering of business leaders, investors and members of both the Nigerian-British business communities, the Commissioner for Business Trade and Investment, Hon. Omoh Anabor delivered a compelling call to action at the official launch reception of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) UK, which took place at the Nigerian High Commission in London, inviting UK entrepreneurs and institutions to explore the vast commercial frontier opening up in Edo State.
The Commissioner set out a vision of a modern, diversified economy ready to welcome international capital. He said Edo State is not only inviting investors, but offering partnerships built on trust, mutual growth, and long-term sustainability, while underlining that the government of Edo State sees investment not as a transaction but as a relationship.
The message to the UK business community was direct and clear: visit Edo State, explore its opportunities, and help build a prosperous future together. He pointed that the collaboration between Edo State government and the UK business community can unlock enormous economic opportunities that will benefit both the people and businesses.
Earlier in his welcome address, the President and Chairman of Council, Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce NBCC, Prince Abimbola Olashore, highlighted the organisation’s renewed vision of creating stronger commercial relationships, while encouraging investments, and supporting business networking opportunities between the Nigerian and British enterprises.
In his remarks, the Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, His Execellency, Ambassador Amin Dalhatu reaffirmed the commitment of the Commission to supporting trade diplomacy, private sector collaboration, and economic engagement between both nations.
Delivering the keynote speech, the UK member of Parliament/UK Trade Envoy to Nigeria Ghana, Florence Eshalomi, spoke passionately about the importance of economic cooperation, diaspora engagement, and sustainable commercial partnerships between the both countries.
The official launch had in attendance, business diplomats, executives, investors, including the Group CEO Landmark Africa Group, Paul Onwuanibe, the MD, First Bank of Nigeria, representatives of Access Bank UK, members of the Trade and Investment Section of the Nigerian High Commission, and other distinguished UK and Nigerian business leaders.
Highlight of activities was a toast to the game changing event, where expectations were to move from talks to trade and have trade testimonials.
Photo Caption 1: The Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo
Photo Caption 2: The Commissioner, Edo State Ministry of Business Trade and Investment MBTI
Photo Caption 3: The Commissioner, MBTI in a hand shake with the Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Amin Dalhatu
Photo Caption 4: The Commissioner MBTI with the UK member of Parliament/UK Trade Envoy to Nigeria Ghana, Florence Eshalomi
Photo Caption 5: Group photograph
Photo Caption 6 -13: Photo Speaks
