During a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the United Kingdom's Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, lauded Lagos as a historic ally and emphasized the deep-rooted socio-cultural and economic ties between the UK and Nigeria. This was Lammy's first trip to Africa, and he chose Lagos as the starting point, symbolizing the longstanding relationship between the two countries. Accompanied by British High Commissioner Dr. Richard Montgomery and Deputy High Commissioner Jonny Baxter, Lammy underscored that Lagos’s connection to the UK is enriched by a vast number of families linked by relatives in London and beyond.
Lammy noted:
> “My first port of call in my visit to the continent of Africa is Lagos, which is naturally a bustling economic hub not just for Nigeria but also West Africa. What I have been experiencing since my arrival in Lagos is dynamism, vibrancy and huge opportunities that exist in this great city. These values befit our approach to the continent, which rests on mutual growth of our economies.”
He highlighted the long-standing mutual cooperation in "business, remittances, and finance," adding:
> "We have seen how the Red Line is increasing transportation options in Lagos and it is pleasing to see UK manufacturers as being part of this transportation growth in Lagos. We want to see more of mutual cooperation in this sector."
Lammy expressed his hope for increased UK-Lagos collaboration in various areas and reiterated the UK's openness to "more business with our old friends," adding that “Lagos represents the old friendship. There is a win-win for our businesses and our societies."
Governor Sanwo-Olu welcomed this approach, noting its alignment with Lagos’s growth vision. He highlighted Lagos's focus on nurturing young talent through knowledge-based training, aiming to position the city as a continental leader in human development. This vision, Sanwo-Olu explained, is part of Lagos's ambition to become a prime location for investors seeking skilled professionals across diverse sectors.
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