Asis 3.0: Shettima, Sanwo-Olu seek collaboration for Africa’s growth
Vice President Kashim Shettima and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu have stressed the importance of partnership, innovative thinking, and effective policies in shaping a new blueprint for sustainable development and growth in Africa.
They spoke at the Africa Social Impact Summit “Asis 3.0” in Lagos, highlighting the need for a comprehensive and integrated approach to drive progress and prosperity on the continent.
Shettima, represented by Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, noted that whatever blueprint the continent promotes must focus on innovation and social impact from agricultural to energy solutions.
“We must harness technology and creativity if we are to truly be ready for today and prepare for tomorrow,” he said. Shettima assured that the government remains committed to creating an enabling environment by streamlining regulations to create an investor-friendly climate, investing in renewed energy infrastructure, and fostering innovation through a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, stated that by establishing a collaborative framework, providing impact investment opportunities, and stimulating stakeholder involvement, Africa can create a future where sustainable development is not just an aspiration but a reality.
“The summit is pivotal for Africa and Lagos State to reimagine progress and chart a new blueprint for sustainable growth in Africa. Let us commit to a shared vision, harness our collective energies, wisdom, and resources to lay down a new blueprint for sustainable growth in Africa,” He said.
The summit marked to build and scale policies, attract impact investments, and advocate for the right policies, with a focus on creating a marketplace for social impact and addressing societal problems.
CEO of Sterling One Foundation, Mrs. Olapeju Ibekwe, stated that the summit had three main objectives, including building and scaling policies, attracting increased impact investment, and advocating for the right policies.
