The Lagos Business School Alumni Association (LBSAA) has called for enhanced leadership, increased capital mobilization, and the adoption of AI-driven innovations as vital strategies for accelerating economic growth in Nigeria.
Michael Ekeagbara, President of the Owner Manager Programme of the association and Chief Executive Officer of Microwave Solutions Limited, emphasized these points while addressing journalists about upcoming homecoming activities. The events include an Alumni Day Conference themed ‘Driving Nigeria’s Economic Transformation through Leadership, Capital and AI-driven Innovation,’ alongside a president’s dinner focusing on ‘Leadership and Resilience in the New Frontier.’ Both events are scheduled for November 12 and 13 at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Ekeagbara explained that the aim of the conference is to advance discussions surrounding Nigeria’s goal of a $1 trillion economy, transitioning from rhetorical support to actionable policy recommendations that could steer national economic planning.
He identified leadership, capital, and AI as primary pillars for the conference, noting that effective leadership establishes a clear vision for economic policy execution and that capital is crucial for financing transformative initiatives. Ekeagbara further stated that AI technology is essential for maintaining competitiveness and fostering productivity improvements rather than fostering laziness.
The gathering is set to feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and fireside chats with experts from various sectors, aimed at generating actionable insights for policymakers.
Valentine Okelu, President of the Alumni Association and CEO of Neimeth Pharmaceuticals PLC, highlighted that the conference serves as a crucial platform for members and influential stakeholders to share ideas that could significantly impact governance and economic policy.
According to Okelu, participants will include members and non-members from diverse fields such as politics, economics, social sectors, entertainment, and academia, focusing on national development challenges.
Wole Abu, the association’s vice-president, emphasized the importance of fostering an environment conducive to business growth, stating that national development should involve more than just government policies.
