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The Oyo State International Business Summit

The Oyo International Business Summit 2023 themed Accessing the Pioneer Advantage to Sustainable Investments in Oyo State, aims at bringing together key actors in Agribusiness, Solid Minerals & Mining, Tourism, Sustainable Energy, and Infrastructure sectors, to discuss the Investment opportunities in these areas through Private Investment Ventures, Public Private Partnership (PPP) and Public-Private-Development Partnership (PPDP) Model in Oyo State.

The Oyo International Business Summit 2023 is Project-Managed by Agro4you Limited in conjunction with the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) , Oyo State Mineral Development Agency, Oyo State Tourism Board and Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. The summit is the first of its kind beyond the shores of Oyo State.

The summit will also provide potential Investors and Stakeholders with a platform to better understand the Investment Opportunities and how to harness them to generate sustainable growth for Oyo State while providing Investors with high returns on their Investment(s).

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Benefits of Attending the Summit

With participation from global key actors in Agribusiness, Tourism, Solid Mineral and Renewable Energy space, from all over the globe, this event is expected to provide the following benefits:

An avenue to showcase the investment opportunities in Tourism, Agribusiness, Solid Mineral and Renewable Energy to potential Investors globally.
Avenue to bring together world-class Business Leaders and Captains of Industry to identify entry points of Economic Development in Oyo State and the nation as a whole.
To boost Oyo State as well as the nation’s revenue, through the placement of new Investment opportunities.
To introduce fresh ideas and initiatives for the socioeconomic development of Oyo State and the nation as a whole.
To close the gap between Investors in the diaspora and Investment prospects in Oyo State and the nation as a whole.
To revive dormant projects and ideas through productive dialogue between Investors and Government officials.

Venue and Travel Direction

The Oyo State International Business Summit 2023 – Invest in Oyo, takes place at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel London Kensington.

4-18 Harrington Gardens, South Kensington, London SW7 4LH.

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Those planning to attend the Summit are responsible for obtaining the necessary visas to enter the United Kingdom. Participants from Nigeria are encouraged to apply for their visas online via the UK government website, https://www.gov.uk/world/coming-to-the-uk-nigeria. It can take up to eight weeks for a visa application to be processed, so participants are advised to apply as early as possible. Those coming from other locations outside of Nigeria should check with the UK Embassy in their country for information on visa requirements and processing times. It is the responsibility of all participants to ensure that they have the necessary visas to attend the Summit.

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The Oyo State International Business Summit 2023 is focused on the following sectors:

AGRIBUSINESS

Oyo State, located at the center of Nigeria's Agribusiness corridor, is known for its abundant agricultural resources and thriving agribusiness sector.

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SOLID MINERALS AND MINING

Oyo State is one of the leading producers of solid minerals, with an annual production output of approximately $3.8 million.

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TOURISM

Oyo State is naturally blessed with a vast array of Tourist attractions which include picturesque landscapes, a variety of wildlife, luxurious and scenic Hotels...

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SUSTAINABLE ENERGY

We are excited to bring together investors, industry experts, and thought leaders to discuss the vast opportunities...

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The summit consists of a Keynote Address, Panel Sessions and an exclusive Cocktail Reception with His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde and members of his Business team. The Keynote Address will provide an overview of the Investment landscape in Oyo State, while the Panel Sessions will offer insights from Businesses and Individuals who have successfully navigated the Oyo State Investment Market. The Keynote Address will be delivered by His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, Governor of Oyo State.

The Oyo International Business Summit 2023 presents an ideal opportunity for Investors and businesses facilitating Investment and partnerships to network and build valuable relationships that can bring lasting partnerships and successful Investments to Oyo State.

At the heart of this, remains His Excellency Engr. Seyi Makinde’s vision and roadmap towards the accelerated and sustainable development of Oyo State.

Summit Activities

Conference:

The conference is a day event where seasoned speakers in Agribusiness, Solid Minerals & Mining, Tourism, Sustainable Energy, and Infrastructure will discuss Investment opportunities, Innovations, Challenges, and Solutions to the challenges in the aforementioned sectors.

Exclusive Cocktail Reception:

An exclusive Cocktail Reception will be held for conference attendees to network with one another and other Government officials so as to provide Investors with further clarifications on the identified Investment Opportunities emanated from the summit and the pathway forward.

Benefits of Attending the Summit

With participation from major actors in Agribusiness, Solid Minerals & Mining, Tourism, Sustainable Energy, and Infrastructure within Oyo State and across the globe, this event is expected to provide the following benefits:

An avenue to showcase the Investment opportunities in Agribusiness, Solid Minerals & Mining, Tourism, Sustainable Energy, and Infrastructure to potential Investors globally.
A platform to bring together Investors, world-class Business Leaders and Captains of Industry to identify entry points for Investment in Oyo State.
To boost Oyo State’s revenue, through the placement of new Investment opportunities.
To introduce fresh ideas and initiatives for the socioeconomic development of Oyo State.
To close the gap between Investors in the diaspora and Investment prospects in Oyo State.
To revive dormant projects and ideas through productive dialogues between Investors and Oyo State Government.
To enable Investors to seize the opportunity to Invest in most of the existing and identified projects in the State

At the summit we will:

Foster improved private sector-led business development and Investment.
Showcase Investment opportunities in the Oyo State economy.
Identify entry points of Investments in Oyo State.
Facilitate greater understanding by Private Sectors of the market conditions and regulatory requirements for doing business in Oyo State.
Attract diverse Foreign Direct Investment streams to Support Oyo State’s accelerated and sustainable development.
Exchange Expertise, best practices and Innovative ideas.
Identify and provide solutions to non-physical and physical barriers to Business and Investment in Oyo State.

Why participate?

Have access to top-level government functionaries.
Engage with Oyo State Government Agencies and Ministries.
Network with diverse company representatives operating in the focused sectors.
Build new partnerships and alliances.
Obtain first-hand information about the business environment and Investment opportunities in Oyo State.
Gain exposure to grow your business in Oyo State.
To know your Return on Investment(ROI) ratio on the identified Investment Opportunities available in Oyo State.

Who Should Attend?

Private Investors and Entrepreneurs
Businesses from across the globe
Nigerian, British, European, American, Asia, Africa and Middle East companies (Micro, Small, Medium andLarge enterprises)
International Organisations
Representatives of Organised Private Sector
State Government Departmentsand Agencies
Non–Governmental Organisations
Academia
Research bodies
Media

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