FG targets global markets for Nigerian businesses at CANEX
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Tue, 3 Nov 2026, 06:48
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The initiative will be implemented through the Presidential Suite, a pavilion being presented by the Office of the President as part of efforts to connect homegrown enterprises with global markets. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya The Federal Government has said it will support Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and businesses with opportunities for international exposure, investment and commercial partnerships at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos.
Context & Background
✦“In furtherance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will present a select group of Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and pioneering enterprises at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos,” the statement read.
Key Figures & Named Entities
2026:Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya The Federal Government has said it will support Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and businesses with opportunities for international exposure, investment and commercial partnerships at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos.Tuesday:In a statement on Tuesday, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya, said the initiative was being undertaken in furtherance of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.2026:“In furtherance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will present a select group of Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and pioneering enterprises at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos,” the statement read.
Outlook & Next Steps
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Key Takeaways
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✦The initiative will be implemented through the Presidential Suite, a pavilion being presented by the Office of the President as part of efforts to connect homegrown enterprises with global markets.
✦Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya The Federal Government has said it will support Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and businesses with opportunities for international exposure, investment and commercial partnerships at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos.
✦“In furtherance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will present a select group of Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and pioneering enterprises at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos,” the statement read.
Key Facts:2026: Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya The Federal Government has said it will support Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and businesses with opportunities for international exposure, investment and commercial partnerships at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos.Tuesday: In a statement on Tuesday, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya, said the initiative was being undertaken in furtherance of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.2026: “In furtherance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will present a select group of Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and pioneering enterprises at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos,” the statement read.2026: “The Presidential Suite at CANEX 2026 represents a practical expression of the Presidency’s commitment to enterprise development.
Editorial Excerpt
The Federal Government will support Nigerian businesses with global market opportunities at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos.
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The initiative will be implemented through the Presidential Suite, a pavilion being presented by the Office of the President as part of efforts to connect homegrown enterprises with global markets.
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Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development, Chalya Shagaya The Federal Government has said it will support Nigerian entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives and businesses with opportunities for international exposure, investment and commercial partnerships at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos.