The acting Deputy British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Ahmed Bashir, has depicted Nigeria as a decent base for organizations, saying that notwithstanding the financial downturn the nation remains a center point for planning speculators in the landmass.
Talking amid the seventeenth United Kingdom Trade mission to Nigeria which occurred at his habitation in Lagos as of late, the acting Deputy High Commissioner communicated hopefulness that the Nigerian economy would soon recuperate.
As indicated by him, a survey of various economies of the world demonstrated that the greater part of them encountered a reduced economic activity at one time or the other.
Focusing on that the future holds splendid prospects for both nearby and remote speculators, he asked the planned financial specialists to concentrate on the long haul open doors instead of the fleeting in order to tap the colossal business open doors the nation offers.
As indicated by him, “I have a great deal trust in Nigeria. What I continue telling individuals is that I see a great deal of vitality here. Despite the fact that we are in a troublesome time here in Nigeria at this moment, yet the assurance for a long haul triumph is an exceptionally solid one. Nigeria might be grinding away right now, however, in the event that you take a gander at it from a long haul premise, the future looks brighter.
“There are numerous organizations that have been working here for a long time now. They have seen high points and low points, got into the whole deal and they are making it. For such organizations when you consider putting resources into Nigeria, you ought to consider the long haul and not the fleeting advantages.
“This time around, yes, there are issues and there are predispositions of getting into Nigeria, however, organizations that are sharp ought to pay special mind to what open doors that is accessible and what esteem it could add to their organizations.
“Nigeria has got such a large number of chances. It might need in numerous, yet there are a lot of chances and there will be a period when things will begin to offset. Furthermore, that might be the point organizations would need to exploit to truly profit yet you must be in it ahead of schedule to move with it. Furthermore, this is the great time to begin,” Bashir proclaimed.
In his comments, the Managing Director, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr. Nnamdi Okonkwo additionally guaranteed members that the economy would bounce back.
“We realize that with a portion of the moves the administration is making now, we will soon start to see some turnaround,” he included.
Respecting the organizations on the mission to Nigeria, Okonkwo said for him and whatever is left of the business groups the world over, Nigeria remains the following wildernesses the length of a speculation and great business atmosphere are concerned.
“I saw the quick development in the managing an accounting industry, the stock exchange and the resulting inflow of brains and specialists who lived abroad who utilized the chance to return home and set up organizations in counseling, producing, and budgetary administrations, among others.”
Okonkwo who noticed that there is an awful view of the nation by the outside world, said in spite of the difficulties, Nigerians stay strong and organizations have kept on flourishing. As indicated by the bank MD, Nigeria has a ton of positive components that speculators and organizations can influence on to flourish.
“Taking a gander at the positives, we have a tremendous populace. On the off chance that you take a gander at the normal age of the populace, you will know they the future will keep on being brilliant. In the event that you take a gander at the sort of development of working class, we found in the previous 10-15 years now, you will understand that Nigeria has a lot of possibilities.”
On her part, the Director General, Nigerian-British Chambers of Commerce (NBCC), Joyce Akpata, said that the Chamber stays focused on its part of encouraging and enhancing business connections amongst Nigeria and the United Kingdom.