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Invites Chinese investors for more trade collaborations
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By Merit Ibe
The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has highlighted Nigeria’s position as the natural gateway to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
NACCIMA President Dr Jani Ibrahim made the remark on Tuesday at the ongoing Business Forum in Guangzhou, China, convened by the association, which marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral trade ties and fostering new business opportunities between Nigeria and China.
The forum, held at the Window of Canton in Guangzhou, brought together Nigerian delegates, Chinese business leaders, and government officials to explore pathways for collaboration, technology exchange, and joint ventures in key industries.
Ibrahim applauded the Consul General of Nigeria in Guangzhou, Amb. Collins Onwuekwe, for his continued support in strengthening the Nigeria–China business cooperation. He described Guangzhou as “a global epicenter of trade and innovation — a city that embodies China’s manufacturing excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.”
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The NACCIMA boss noted that “China remains a strategic partner to Nigeria, emphasizing that “Nigeria presents an unparalleled opportunity, and we are here to invite our Chinese counterparts to view it through a new strategic lens — one that focuses on joint ventures, technology exchange, and long-term industrial partnerships.”
Elaborating on the AfCFTA, Ibrahim said it offers access to a single market of over 1.3 billion people, adding that “NACCIMA stands as the trusted local partner for investors seeking to navigate new markets and unlock opportunities across the continent.”
For his part, the Consul General commended the commitment of NACCIMA to expanding Nigeria’s footprints in the global market. He described Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province, as “a manufacturing hub and leading centre for smart foreign trade, home to major automobiles, electronics, textile, fashion, and high-tech industries.”
Other speakers included the Vice President of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), and the Special Adviser of the Window of Canton, both of whom emphasized the importance of deepening Nigeria-China business partnerships through knowledge sharing, capacity development, and industrial collaboration.
The event concluded with a networking session, allowing delegates to explore partnerships and investment prospects in sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, infrastructure, and technology.
