Sanwo-Olu lauds Flutterwave for processing over $50b transactions in Nigeria, 35 different international locations
Lagos state governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has counseled the achievements of Flutterwave and its founders, emphasising crucial function of alternative and resilience in driving Nigeria’s progress.
Talking on the Tenth-anniversary inaugural gala night time of the fintech firm held on the luxurious ‘The Delborough Lagos’ through the week, Sanwoolu highlighted the significance of empowering younger Nigerians to attain world excellence.
Sanwoolu recalled the evolution of Nigeria’s telecommunications panorama, noting the challenges of earlier many years when making worldwide calls was cumbersome and expensive.
He praised the management of former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma for laying foundations that enabled the nation’s {economic} and technological progress.
The governor counseled Flutterwave’s founder and Chief Govt Officer, Olugbenga Agboola (GB), for reworking cost infrastructure and making a platform that has processed over $50 billion in transactions in simply 10 years.
“We should give younger Nigerians the chance to fly,” Sanwoolu stated, urging that the nation harness its skills and help modern ventures that may place Nigeria as a world chief.
He additionally acknowledged different key figures in expertise and finance, together with Dr. Cosmas Maduka, and highlighted Lagos’ readiness to host companies that drive progress and worldwide partnerships.
Sanwoolu concluded by calling for continued funding in infrastructure and training to make sure Nigeria’s youth can totally realise their potential and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s growth.
Amongst those that stormed on the prestigious ‘The Delborough Lagos’ for the gala night time have been former President Olusegun Obasanjo (GCON) of Nigeria; former President Ernest Bai Koroma of Sierra Leone; and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu.
Additionally current have been the Founding father of Coscharis Group, Dr Cosmas Maduka; Chairman of the Board of Administrators of MTN Nigeria, Ernest Ndukwe; and the Founder and Chief Govt Officer of Stanel Group and The Delborough Lagos, Dr Stanley Uzochukwu.
The occasion equally attracted leisure personalities, together with singer Tiwa Savage, former Massive Brother Naija housemates Dorathy and Erica, in addition to actress Omotola Jalade, alongside different notable figures from varied sectors.