About the Trade Mission
The NBCC Trade Mission is an annual event that aims to attract foreign investment to Nigeria through a variety of sectors, with a particular emphasis on non-oil products and services.
The Mission began years ago, the NBCC team organized and took delegates from various sectors to the United Kingdom for firsthand engagement with foreign nationals and a network to facilitate business connections and transactions.
Sectors
Sectors to be represented at the Mission includes;
Mission Objectives
Speakers
Yemi Cardozo (Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria) Special Guest of Honour
Sarah Howard MBE (Chair, British Chamber of Commerce) Speaker
Korede Adenowo (MD/CEO FirstBank UK) Speaker
Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe (CEO Fidelity Bank) Speaker
David Forster (MD/CEO FidBank UK) Speaker
David Smith (Chairman, British African Business Alliance) Speaker
Demola Adegbite (Senior Adviser, Africa 500 Global) Speaker
Kash Balogun (Partner, Keystone Law UK) Speaker
Janet Rogan (CEO, Royal African Society) Speaker
Yemi Cardozo Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria
Olayemi Michael "Yemi" Cardoso is a Nigerian banker who is the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He previously served as the Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget of the Lagos State Government, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Citibank Nigeria, and he is is a financial and development expert with over thirty years' experience in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors
Sarah Howard Chair, British Chamber of Commerce
Sarah is an experienced Chair and non-exec. She is highly effective leading her boards through change and growth. A skilled networker, she brings together the right people and organisations to achieve sustainable results. Sarah started her career at KPMG and JP Morgan before setting up her own business and Board positions. Sarah's particular focus is on skills and trade.
Korede Adenowo MD/CEO FirstBank UK
Olukorede Adenowo is a banking professional and is currently the Chief Executive Officer of First Bank United Kingdom, a wholly owned subsidiary of First Bank Nigeria. He was formerly the Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank, Nigeria. He has a total of 35 years post-university experience in Banking, Finance and Consulting.
Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe CEO Fidelity Bank
Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, OON is the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc. She joined Fidelity Bank as an Executive Director in 2015 and was appointed Managing Director/CEO in January 2021, becoming the first female MD/CEO in the bank's history. She has over 32 years of experience in shaping growth strategies and driving pivotal initiatives within the banking sector.
David Forster MD/CEO FidBank UK
David Forster was appointed to the position of Chief Operating Officer in August 2013 and to MD/CEO in October 2017. Mr Forster has over 35 years of experience working in Operational roles in the City where, prior to joining FBUK, he had been employed from 1991 to 2013 as Head of Finance & Operations at HSH Nordbank AG, - a successful German Corporate Bank created in 2003 following the merger of Hamburgische Landesbank and Landesbank Schleswig-Holstein.
David Smith Chairman, British African Business Alliance
David Smith is the Chairman British African Business Alliance. He has a wealth of UK and international experience gained over 30 years in business. David enjoys the creativity of marketing and driving the successful development of profitable business growth. His experience and achievements in a wide variety of businesses, together with his enthusiasm for the developing potential makes him an effective and competent business partner, who welcomes a challenge.
Demola Adegbite Senior Adviser, Africa 500 Global
Demola Adegbite is the Senior Adviser, Africa 500 Global. He has sizeable background in Private Equity and Investment Banking. He is passionate about SME and entrepreneurship development.
Kash Balogun Partner, Keystone Law UK
Kash is an experienced commercial litigator with a particular focus in the construction, oil & gas, and finance sectors. He specialises in the resolution of complex, high-value disputes, usually with an international element, and has successfully advised clients in all forms of dispute resolution including adjudications, international arbitrations, mediations and high court litigation.
Janet Rogan CEO, Royal African Society
Janet Rogan is the CEO, Royal African Society. She was appointed as Regional Ambassador for the Middle East and Africa in March 2021. Janet joined the FCO (now FCDO) in 1986. She has wide policy, development and humanitarian experience across post-conflict and fragile states, and in bringing the principles of the Sustainable Development Agenda 2030 and the global Climate Change Agreements together for wider strategic goals, including COP26.
Itinerary
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Day 1Monday, June 24, 2024 |
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Day 2Tuesday, June 25, 2024 |
NBCC DAY 1 - Trade Opportunities across the UK & NigeriaGoodwill messages
Special Guest Speaker - Sarah Howard MBESpecial Guest Speaker - David SmithSpecial Guest Speaker - Dr. Olayemi CardosoPanel Session - The impact of the recapitalisation of Nigerian banks and Capital Raising
Conversations with the British Nigeria Law Forum Speakers
Breakout Sessions
Presentation |
Day 3Wednesday, June 26, 2024 |
NBCC DAY IISMEs as key drivers of the global economies (opportunities and challenges) Speakers - SME Day Global
SME ExhibitionAn Afternoon with First Bank UKLunch with First Bank UKA Networking session with BABACocktails with BABA179-199 Holland Park Ave, London W11 4UL |
Day 4Thursday, June 27, 2024 |
BCC Global Annual Conference The future of the EconomyThe full day conference will be an opportunity for business leaders from across the UK, and the globe, to come together to discuss the key challenges to build a better future for business, the economy, and people in respective local communities. Speakers
Broad Sanctuary, London SW1P 3EE (Westminster) |
Day 5Friday, June 28, 2024 (optional) |
Sip & PaintMorning session out the hotel.(Winning group receives a prize at the NBCC Gala Night)Exhibitions
Broadway
NBCC GALA NIGHTDinner organized by the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce Speech by Janet Rogan (CEO, Royal African Society)179-199 Holland Park Ave, London W11 4UL |
DepartureSaturday, June 29, 2024 |
Departure
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Belfry Hotel and Resort
The Belfry Hotel & Resort, an Award Winning Luxury Hotel In Royal Sutton Coldfield Birmingham with Luxury Spa Breaks & Legendary Golf Courses has been chosen as the official location to host delegates during the Mission in Birmingham.
Past Missions
Participation Fee
Member
Non-Member
Payment should be made to:
Trade Mission Fee - Naira(₦)
Trade Mission Fee - Pound(£)
Trade Mission Fee - Pound(£)
How to Apply
To ensure the quality of the Trade Mission, we have limited slots that are validated upon fulfilling registration processes.Click the link below:
http://bit.ly/NBCCTradeMission24Fill out the Expression of Interest Form and proceed to pay your application fee
The Trade Desk will be in touch with you immediately to provide all necessary details on travel cost and logistic
Trade Mission Desk and Enquiries
For Sponsorships & Exhibition packages and general enquiries, please contact:Premium Members
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