Lagos to host global African Diaspora convention

Africa International Development Organisations (AIDO) Network, a not-for-profit, non-political, and knowledge-based organization, has announced the 6th edition of its International Convention and Royal Summit, slated to hold in Lagos from November 4 to 9, this year.

As part of preparations for the event, leaders of the organization from its headquarters in London have scheduled a visit to the Lagos State government, traditional rulers and other stakeholders in the state where the event will take place.

The November event aims to welcome home African descendants living away from Africa, some of whom have never been to Africa before and to unite different stakeholders from across the business, cultural, agro, educational, sporting and faith sectors to tackle human rights abuses and promote unity, development, and social change.

Coinciding with this convention is the visit to Nigeria by investors from the commonwealth who will also make presentations at this summit in order to explore business opportunities in Nigeria.

The summit will draw Africans in the Diaspora, African and Caribbean leaders of governments from African and all the CARICOM countries which include Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago, as well as other critical stakeholders.

Speaking on the convention, the AIDO Nigeria Country Representative, Princess Afoma Ojei- Adigwe, noted that the event will shine a spotlight on Nigerias cultural richness, economic potential, and contributions to the Pan-African movement, while also addressing pressing issues such as Human Rights abuses and economic development.

“This summit will foster unity, cultural reconnection, and economic development among Africans at home and abroad. The AIDO 6th International Convention and Royal Summit will also promote development and social change through culture, Pan-Africanism, trade, and investment. The 5th summit was held in Kenya last year. Lagos has been chosen to host the global African Diaspora for this years convention.

“The event aims to address and use culture as a force for positive change in Africa. A core objective of the AIDO convention is to propel economic growth and prosperity across Africa by emphasizing the need for investment in critical sectors, cultural restoration, and the revitalization of traditional governance institutions. With a steadfast commitment to ethical standards and moral values, AIDO strives to cultivate an environment conducive to peace, security, and sustainable development,” Adigwe said.

Chairman of Nigeria AIDO Board of Trustees who is also the head of Business and Investments as member of the Advisory Board of the international body, Prince Bimbo Roberts Folayan stated that the convention will provide a platform for impact investment, business funding, dialogue, collaboration, and actionable initiatives.

“Attendees would have access to engaging discussions, cultural showcases, business networking opportunities, and impactful initiatives.

“The President of AIDO International His Royal Highness Papa Paul Eganda, the first will be seizing the opportunity of the visit to declare open AIDO Nigerias office in Lagos.”