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  • Lagos Assembly Launches Campaign Against Killing Of Security Personnel, Kicks Off National Security Summit 2025.

    Lagos Assembly Launches Campaign Against Killing Of Security Personnel, Kicks Off National Security Summit 2025.

    Emmanuel Clement 

    The Lagos State House of Assembly is set to host the flag-off ceremony of the Campaign Against Killing of Security Personnel, marking the official commencement of the 2025 National Security Summit.

    The event will take place on Monday, December 1, 2025, at the Lateef Jakande Auditorium, Lagos State House of Assembly, Alausa.

    The summit, organized by Societal Concerns Organization, aims to promote respect for security institutions, strengthen civil harmony, and build a safer future for Nigeria’s security architecture.

    Investigator news reports that the event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and community-focused activities, with the goal of fostering stronger collaboration between citizens and security agencies.

    A key highlight of the flag-off ceremony is the keynote address to be delivered by the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, titled:“Institutional Respect, Civil Harmony, and the Future of Security in Nigeria.”

    The Speaker is expected to emphasize the importance of restoring public trust in security institutions, improving the welfare and protection of officers, and fostering stronger collaboration between citizens and security agencies.

    According to Ambassador Oluwayomi, the campaign—which is now in its second edition—is a national call to action aimed at reversing the rising incidents of attacks on security personnel and promoting a culture of responsibility, appreciation, and partnership in safeguarding the nation.

    She noted that the involvement of the Lagos State House of Assembly underscores the state’s commitment to strengthening security and building a society where the lives of those who protect others are respected and valued.

    Investigator news gathered that the National Security Summit will feature panel discussions, inter-agency engagement, youth dialogues, and a series of community-focused activities running from 1st to 12th December 2025 across different locations.

    Societal Concerns Organization has extended an open invitation to security agencies, traditional institutions, civil society organizations, student leaders, and the media to join in shaping a stronger, safer Nigeria.

     

     

     

     

     

  • Empowering The Next Generation: TOS Launches ‘One Dictionary Per Child’Campaign To Combat Educational Ignorance In Nigeria.

    Empowering The Next Generation: TOS Launches ‘One Dictionary Per Child’Campaign To Combat Educational Ignorance In Nigeria.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The TOS Educational Initiative has launched a campaign to distribute pocket English dictionaries to children across Nigeria, aiming to combat educational ignorance and promote academic excellence.

    The “One Dictionary Per Child” initiative was officially launched on Thursday 20, November 2025,at the Dr. Finnih Event Centre in Opebi, Lagos.

    The guest speaker Mr. Abayomi Oyelami emphasize the importance of parental involvement in children’s education.

    He described the dictionary as a vital investment that equips children to excel in their studies and prepares them to become tomorrow’s leaders.

    Earlier the campaign’s convener, Miss Ololade Savador, pledged to distribute 2,000 copies of dictionaries across each of the 20 Local Government Areas in Lagos State.

    She called on community leaders, including Local Government Chairmen, and mothers Forum, parents forum, all artisans markets women and Iyaloja, to support the initiative, stressing that education is a collective responsibility.

    In his goodwill message, Chief Tunde Fanimokun, represented by Mr. Francis Sonubi, praised the campaign as motivational, noting its relevance even in today’s digital age.

    He reminded attendees that “readers are leaders” and encouraged everyone to embrace the habit of owning a dictionary.

    Lending their support to the initiative,community and political leaders, including Comrade Alaba Isreal, Mr. Olayemi Mauriho, and Dr. Jumoke Owoola,stressed the importance of education and cultural heritage.

    They urged parents to contribute by procuring dictionaries for their children.

    For Dr. Jumoke Owoola,she highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage alongside education, reinforcing the motto that it truly takes a village to raise a child.

    Miss Alli-Balogun, encouraged parents to make this one of their priorities to empower their children with dictionaries, to help them learn better.

    Speaking with newsmen, the Convener,Miss Salvador stated that the essence of the event was to continue the yesteryear tradition of reading and writing and promote literacy among children in school and out of school.

    Salvador said,”Our target are children from the primary and secondary education.We promise to take it to 20 original local government area and which will in turn go gone to the 37 LCDA.”

    The philanthropist per excellence called on all the local Government Area for their collaboration and support.

    According to her,the campaign will resume from next year once the school resumes.

    “We are starting from one local government from 2026 to 2027. It’s a campaign and not just a one off event.”

    “Everyone is considered and welcome to join for the future of our education.”

    “Android can be stolen from our our pupils but dictionary will not,we tried it.”she submitted

    Investigator news reports that the campaign urges parents, leaders, and communities to unite in empowering children with the tools they need to succeed academically and culturally.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Soludo Mourns Passing Of Segun Awolowo Jnr.

    Soludo Mourns Passing Of Segun Awolowo Jnr.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has expressed his sincere condolences to the Awolowo family, friends, and associates of Mr. Segun Awolowo Jnr, who passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 62.

    In his condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary Mr Christian Aburime,Governor Soludo described Mr. Awolowo as a renowned lawyer, national patriot, and prominent figure in Nigeria and Africa’s investment and export sector, who stood for excellence and dedication in public service.

    Soludo stated that as a grandson of the sage and illustrious Chief Obafemi Awolowo, he embodied the principles of integrity, service, and leadership that his grandfather championed throughout his life.

    According to him,he was not only a proud scion of the Awolowo dynasty but also a vital contributor to Nigeria’s economic landscape, working tirelessly to elevate the standards of trade and investment across the continent.

    The Governor noted that throughout his distinguished career, Segun Awolowo Jnr,served diligently as the Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council from 2013 to 2021, championed initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and sustainable development in Nigeria.

    His commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation inspired countless individuals and businesses, reinforcing the role of the private sector in driving national progress.

    “In July 2021, Mr. Awolowo was unanimously elected President of the National Trade Promotion Organisations for ECOWAS member states, proving that his untiring passion for advancing Nigeria’s position in global markets will be sorely missed.”

    “Thus his passing is a significant loss, not only for his family but for our nation and Africa at large”

    The release went on to say that Soludo condoled with the Awolowo family, Ogun State government, friends, and associates of Mr. Segun Awolowo Jnr on his passing, praying that his soul finds eternal rest and his family is comforted.

     

  • 2027:South West Arewa Community Rallies Behind Tinubu Vows To Deliver  40,000 Votes.

    2027:South West Arewa Community Rallies Behind Tinubu Vows To Deliver  40,000 Votes.

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    The South West Arewa Community on Thursday 20, November 2025, gathered in Lagos to  thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pledging to deliver over 40,000 votes in the 2027 election. 

    The Ndubuisi Kanu park in Ikeja was filled to the brim, as a mammoth crowd of the Hausa community from the six states in the South West region under the aegis of Southwest Arewa Community declared and pledged their support for Tinubu, whom they described as “contender with clear vision and high capacity”.

    The Director General, South West Arewa Community, for Asiwaju 2027, Alhaji Sheu Usman, said the Movement was to appreciate the huge investment of President Tinubu in the Northern part of the country, under his Renewed Hope Agenda particularly in the agriculture sector, which has led to a reduction in the prices of staple foods across markets in over twenty years.

    “We are here to introduce the South West Arewa Community for the Asiwaju 2027 Movement. This movement started four months ago, and we have achieved tremendously.

    “We are here to support Tinubu, who has shown love to the northerners. When he was governor, he ensured there was an Arewa community in all local governments.”

    “In 2023, he sponsored Nuhu Ribadu to contest the presidency of the country,a Muslim to the core, equally he did the same for Abubakar Atiku, another Muslim in 2007 and late Muhammadu Buhari who contested four times until President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assisted and supported him before he became the president,so there is no reason any northerner in Lagos will not work for him.”

    “This is the reason why we the Northerners in the South West has galvanized to ensure we work for him and I can tell you for free that we have been able to talk to our people to get their PVC and presently we have already secured over 30,000 PVCs as we have gone into the markets to make the people know that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is the best man for 2027. “ Usman said.

    Alhaji Usman went further to highlight some of the achievements recorded under his administration since he assumed into office such securing the appointments of some of their members into political office,secured hectares of land for over 1000 farmers in Lagos State and the acquiring of 18 Seater bus.

    “In the last four months, we have been able to secure land for 1000 farmers in Lagos State. We are also able to secure three appointments, two from the federal government and one in Lagos. Also we got appointments in Ondo and Ogun States,” he added.

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    ” Our doors are open to anyone as we want to use this opportunity to appreciate the Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State, Commissioner for Agriculture and every stakeholders in APC.”

     

    Acting Secretary, Arewa Community for Asiwaju 2027, Lagos chapter, Mr Ibrahim Jagada, restated the loyalty of the northerners to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu with a call on members with Permanent Voter’s Card,PVC to register with Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC,so as to be able to cast their vote in 2027, noting that the Asiwaju 2027 campaign would be taken to other South West States.

    The Special guest of Honor,Hon Abdulganiyu Obasa, the acting Executive Chairman of Agege assured the Arewa Community of President Tinubu’s commitment to addressing the insecurity challenges while making more reforms to better the lives of citizens.

    He applauded the Southwest Arewa Group for brazingly expressing their support Asiwaju describing their act as one which bold for northerners to emulate.

    ” We must commend the Arewa community for coming out bold to support and endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for 2027.Asiwaju is the father of the nation and deserves the support of everybody at this point in our nation. Like he has changed the tide in our economy, he will succeed in solving the security problem of Nigeria.

    “What the Southwest Arewa Community is doing is highly commendable, and it is a bold form of support Asiwaju needs at this point” he submitted.

    Investigator news reports that the rally was joined by various other APC political leader including the APC Youth leader,Dr. Seriki,Director General for Asiwaju Grassroots Movement, Hon. Adebisi Yusuf,the Acting Chairman of Agege Locàl Government, Hon. Abdulganiu Vinod Obasa

    Other Personalities featured at the Southwest Arewa Community Summit include the SSA to the President, Alhaji Ibrahim Kabir Masari who was represented by Hon. Kabir Magaji (KMC), Vice Chairman of Kafur LGA Katsina State,APC Arewa Community Chairman, Lagos State, Alhaji Saadu Gulman, Hon. Femi Saheed from Kosofe Constituency, representative of the Commissioner for Local government,Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Alhaji Shamsideen Owolabi Oseni, National Relation Publicity Secretary of NAFSAT, Hausa traditional and spiritual leaders in Lagos,Hon Fouad Oki among others.

    Goodwill messages from different stakeholders applauded President Tinubu’s vision for growth and development,as he transformed the country through his Renewed Hope Agenda in terms of road infrastructure, education and healthcare empowerment to envious heights of economic prosperity.

    For Director General for Asiwaju Grassroots Movement, Hon. Adebisi Yusuf,he commended the Arewa community for their unalloyed support and their pledge in delivering 40,000 votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re election.

    He assured them of Tinubu’s commitment in addressing the insecurity challenges and make Nigeria a safe place to be

    Investigator news gathered that members of South West Arewa Community for Asiwaju 2027 dressed in black and white attire from Oyo, Ogun, Osun, Ondo, Ekiti and Lagos, promised to deliver over 40,000 votes, with a charge for more members to get their PVCs to exercise their franchise.

     

     

     

  • Miracle Escape:8-Month-Old Infant Rescued Unscathed from Otedola Tollgate Crash,Four Injured.

    Miracle Escape:8-Month-Old Infant Rescued Unscathed from Otedola Tollgate Crash,Four Injured.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    A devastating multi-vehicle collision at Otedola inward Tollgate, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, has left four pedestrians severely injured, but miraculously, an eight-month-old infant was rescued unharmed.

    The incident, which occurred in the early hours,involved four vehicles: a Hydra truck (APP 261 FA), an LT commercial bus (EPE 574 YC), a Ford vehicle (GG 283 XQ), and an unregistered Mark flat-body truck.

    According to preliminary findings, the injured pedestrians, including the infant’s mother, were attempting to cross the expressway when the LT commercial bus, speeding, hit them, causing a chain collision involving the remaining vehicles, including the unregistered Mark truck.

    LASTMA officers promptly extricated the infant, who, by extraordinary providence, emerged entirely unscathed despite the magnitude of the collision.

    The remaining four victims, who sustained grievous bodily injuries, were immediately stabilized and conveyed to the Lagos State Accident & Emergency Centre by Tollgate for urgent medical intervention.

    Security personnel from Alausa Police Station supported the rescue effort, and LASTMA personnel cleared the wreckage to restore traffic flow.

    The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, has urged pedestrians to use pedestrian bridges and avoid crossing high-speed highways to prevent such incidents. ”

    The hazardous practice of darting across high-speed highways continues to imperil lives needlessly,” he warned

     

     

     

  • Kogi Govt Prepares For Yuletide Traffic, Inspects Lokoja-Abuja Road.

    Kogi Govt Prepares For Yuletide Traffic, Inspects Lokoja-Abuja Road.

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    Ahead of the forthcoming 2025 yelutide,the Kogi State Government has taken proactive measures to address potential gridlock on the Lokoja-Abuja road ahead of the festive season.

    Investigator news reports that Governor Usman Ododo through the State Security Adviser, Commander Duro Jerry Omodara led a team and inspected the road’s condition to ensure necessary repairs are made before the December traffic sets in.

    The team, which included federal and state ministry of works officials, and the State sector commandant of the Federal Road Safety Corp, identified areas that need attention to prevent gridlock and ensure free flow of vehicular movement during the festive period.

    Speaking with newsmen,Commander Omodara stated that the visit was aimed at preventing gridlock and ensuring free flow of vehicular movement during the festive period.

    Omodara commended President Bola Tinubu for the infrastructural work being done in the state, particularly the Lokoja-Koto-Abaji road project, describing it as “quality work”.

    He emphasized the importance of collaboration with stakeholders to create ways and avoid traffic jams during the festive period.

    “After the resolution from the State Executive Council Meeting, we decided to embark on this inspection to see how stable and comfortable the road will be for Christmas time”

    “This will prevent security challenges and it will also assist the good job president Bola Tinubu is doing in Kogi State”

    “We’ll collaborate with stakeholders to ensure that ways are created despite ongoing construction works by the Federal Government in Kogi State to avoid traffic jams during the festive period.” he said

    The representative of the Contractor, Trucrete Solutions Ltd, Engr Frank Renzo, promised to make the road motorable during the Yuletide season.

    While the Kogi State Sector Commandant of the Federal Road Safety Corp, Tenimu Yusuf Etuku, emphasized the importance of Kogi State as a traffic nerve center, expecting high volumes of heavy motorization during the Yuletide period.

    The Kogi State Government’s proactive measure aims to prevent security challenges and ensure a smooth journey for travelers during the festive period.

    “We’re expecting a high volume of heavy motorization during the Yuletide period.”

    The state government, in collaboration with security agencies, has brought all heads of security agencies together to remove obstructions from the road and allow free flow of traffic, ensuring a seamless journey for travelers.He stressed.

    “As for road safety, we’re going to make a massive deployment and we would start our deployment early,” he said.

    The State commandant of Civil Defence and Security Corp, Commandant Alesan Olumide Ebenezer also noted that his men and officers would be deployed to work in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC) for a traffic flow season.

    Investigator news gathered that among the stakeholders available for the inspection are the Lokoja Local Government Area council chairman Hon Abdullahi Adamu, the Executive chairman of Kogi Local Government Area, Hon Musa Abdulmalik, Security and Media representatives across various Organisations.

    The Kogi State Government’s proactive measure aims to prevent security challenges and ensure a smooth journey for travelers during the festive period.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Charity Beyond Borders: NASFAT Agency Shares Over N170m, Targets N2b In 2026.

    Charity Beyond Borders: NASFAT Agency Shares Over N170m, Targets N2b In 2026.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The pace-setting global Islamic society with over 360 locations worldwide, Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT), continues to touch lives beyond borders and across faith lines.

    Through its humanitarian arm, the NASFAT Agency for Zakat and Sadaqah (NAZAS), the organisation remains committed to easing hardship, uplifting communities, and spreading compassion without discrimination.

    With cumulative collections now exceeding N200 million as of July this year, NAZAS stands as a shining testament to purposeful charity and service to humanity.

    At the 2025 Zakat Disbursement Ceremony, where over N170 million was newly disbursed, the President of NASFAT, Alhaji Ayodeji AbdulWahid AbdulRauf, represented by the National Women Affairs Secretary, Alhaja Ganiyat Omowunmi Babalola, reiterated that NASFAT is “helping humanity and uplifting spirituality.”

    She emphasized that the movement’s charitable efforts extend to all Nigerians, regardless of faith, reflecting NASFAT’s unwavering belief in inclusive compassion.

    In his official message, the General Manager of NAZAS, Alhaji Mufutau Omosola Adelotan, highlighted the agency’s remarkable trajectory. He noted that NAZAS has consistently maintained over N100 million annual mobilization for the past four years, a milestone demonstrating trust, transparency, and dedication.

    He further announced that since its inception in 2014, NAZAS has successfully raised over N1 billion, marking a historic achievement in faith-driven philanthropy in Nigeria.

    Representing the Chief Missioner of NASFAT, Imam Maroofdeen AbdulAzeez Onike, was Imam Tesleem, who delivered the closing prayers and offered a deeply reflective admonition on Zakat and Sadaqah.

    He reminded the congregation that giving purifies wealth, nurtures unity, and strengthens the spiritual fabric of society.

    His message encouraged Nigerians to give generously and consistently as an act of devotion and a pathway to social justice.

    Through transformative initiatives such as the Train-to-Fund Scheme, NAZAS continues to empower Nigerians across religious and social backgrounds—providing skills training, capital support, relief aid, and hope for sustainable livelihoods.

    Its projects embody NASFAT’s creed that charity must restore dignity, not dependency.

    Despite economic challenges, NAZAS’s resilience and integrity continue to inspire confidence nationwide. Its bold target of N2 billion by 2026 reflects not merely financial ambition but a commitment to expand its life-changing impact.

    As NASFAT and NAZAS push forward, they echo a timeless truth: true charity transcends faith—it is the universal heartbeat of humanity, lifting communities, renewing hope, and lighting paths across generations.

     

  • Kogi State,NDLEA Shut Down Major Drug Trafficking Operation.

    Kogi State,NDLEA Shut Down Major Drug Trafficking Operation.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Kogi State Government have collaborated to disrupt a major drug trafficking network in the state.

    Investigator news reports that a large consignment of illicit drugs was intercepted in a truck, dealing a significant blow to drug traffickers in the state.

    Although the identity of the drug kingpin and the final destination of the consignment remain undisclosed,as investigations are ongoing.

    Video and photographic evidence made available to the Investigator news show the moment the intercepted truck and the illicit substances were secured by operatives

    An NDLEA official who spoke under anonymity because he wasn’t authorised to comment publicly,described the operation as “a major breakthrough”, stressing that the agency’s success was boosted by strong support from the Kogi State Government.

    “This is a major breakthrough and also an indication of the huge support we’ve received from the State Government. Our Command is prepared to continue to dismantle drug networks across the state,” the official said.

    Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, commended the NDLEA for its relentless efforts, noting that the agency will brief the press with detailed findings at the conclusion of investigations.

    “It’s true, and we celebrate this breakthrough. The Kogi State Command of the NDLEA is working tirelessly to ensure the state doesn’t become a transit corridor for illicit drugs.

    “The Agency will provide full details when investigations are concluded. We commend their cooperation in the fight against drug abuse.”

    “This achievement is also crucial for preventing crime, as drugs remain the major driver of criminal activities,” he said.

    Investigator news gathered that the latest interception reinforces Kogi State’s strengthened stance against drug trafficking and its commitment to supporting security agencies in the fight against illicit drugs and related criminality.

     

     

     

     

  • Literacy for All: TOS Initiative Launches Dictionary Drive For Lagos Pupils.

    Literacy for All: TOS Initiative Launches Dictionary Drive For Lagos Pupils.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    The Taiwo Ololade Salvador (TOS) Educational Initiative has launched its “One Dictionary Per Child” campaign, aiming to provide every pupil in Lagos State public schools with a personal dictionary.

    Investigator news reports that the initiative seeks to boost vocabulary, reading comprehension, and overall academic performance among children.

    The campaign, which will culminate in an event on November 20, 2025, at Dr. Finnih Park, Ikeja, Lagos State, is built on the belief that a dictionary unlocks knowledge and is a crucial tool for academic success.

    Founder and CEO Ololade Taiwo Salvador emphasized that the campaign is an investment in future thinkers, innovators, and leaders, stating, “Literacy is the cornerstone of empowerment, and no child should miss out because of a lack of learning materials.”

    She revealed further that the initiative also hopes to close the resource gap that affects thousands of children in underserved Lagos communities.

    By encouraging regular reading and comprehension, it supports long‑term student development across the state’s public schools.

    TOS is calling for volunteers, corporate sponsors, educators and community leaders to join the effort.

    “We are all stakeholders in our children’s future. Please volunteer, partner, or support us to reach more learners,” Ololade Salvador pleaded .

    Investigator news gathered that the Taiwo Ololade Salvador Educational Initiative focuses on advancing educational excellence, literacy promotion and student support in Lagos State.

    For volunteer opportunities, partnerships or inquiries, call:
    + 2349090008875.

     

     

  • AfreTrade: Fastracking AfCFTA’s Activation Through Digital Trade Innovation

    AfreTrade: Fastracking AfCFTA’s Activation Through Digital Trade Innovation

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    Lagos, Nigeria— A transformative chapter in African trade is unfolding as AfreTrade, a pioneering digital gateway for global commerce, launches on 18 November 2025 at the MUSON Centre in Onikan, Lagos.

    Designed to transform how African businesses access international markets, AfreTrade is positioning itself as a critical catalyst for activating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and expanding Africa’s footprint in the global economy.

    The invitation-only official launch brings together government leaders, industry executives, innovators, development partners, and members of the diplomatic and business communities to Nigeria’s commercial capital.

    The event will unveil AfreTrade’s integrated platform built around the “3Ts”: Trade, Talent, and Training, a model created to strengthen competitiveness across the continent.

    As a trusted digital gateway for global trade, AfreTrade gives users and investors the confidence to engage with emerging markets by derisking transactions and strengthening trust.

    The platform enables verified businesses and talent to discover and connect with legitimate, fully verified opportunities for new markets, partnerships, and investment — all while supporting export readiness and sustainable growth.

    According to the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), African SMEs account for 80–90 percent of all businesses on the continent, yet remain locked out of global trade due to significant financing gaps, regulatory complexity, and fragmented logistics.

    Banks on the continent often charge interest rates of 20–25%, and only a fraction of SMEs can secure formal credit. In East Africa, technical regulations and non-tariff barriers, such as sanitary standards or certification requirements, block nearly half of potential exports.

    As such, many SMEs lack real-time market data, cross-border networks, and capacity-building support to navigate standards and compliance.

    AfreTrade directly addresses these obstacles by offering a unified digital gateway to empower SMEs by verifying partners, facilitating skills-based training, and democratizing trade opportunities with transparency and ease.

    With Africa’s share of global trade estimated at 3.3% according to Afreximbank, the World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has argued that Africa must tackle high intra-African trade costs by activating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), investing in infrastructure, reducing logistics burdens, and fostering value addition in manufacturing and digital trade to boost this relatively small share.

    Speaking ahead of the platform launch, AfreTrade’s leadership emphasized that Africa’s transformation hinges on building digital infrastructure that empowers people and businesses to compete globally, with Founder and CEO Mr. Lekan Salaam noting that “AfreTrade identifies viable businesses and talent, verifies and amplifies them.

    The way we envision Afretrade is to bridge the economic gap on the African continent, create an environment of collaboration without subordination, and unlock the continent’s full potential.”

    Echoing this vision, AfreTrade’s Chief Operating Officer,  Dr. Charly Lemaasi, cited that “Africa’s renaissance is the responsibility of her own children. It will take Africans to rebuild Africa, and true transformation demands a renewed consciousness.

    Only a new mind can unlock a new African narrative,” insisting that true transformation requires a renewed mindset capable of redefining how Africa connects, trades, and competes on the world stage.

    Reinforcing this strategic shift, Afretrade’s Chief Product Officer, Mr. Jubril Gbajabiamila, added that while “nobody is going to create a hundred million jobs in Africa, the AfreTrade platform can enable a hundred million businesses to flourish—each employing five to ten people—thereby powering job creation through widespread entrepreneurship.

    The Afretrade initiative arrives at a pivotal moment as African economies strive for diversification, digital transformation, and greater integration into regional and global value chains.

    The AfreTrade platform is expected to support policymakers’ efforts to create a more enabling environment for exports, investment flows, job creation, and talent development. Stakeholder participation is essential to scale the Afretrade platform’s impact and ensure that the continent’s businesses can fully leverage the historic opportunities of the AfCTA.

    AfreTrade is calling on government institutions, private sector leaders, investors, chambers of commerce, exporters, talent hubs, and development organizations to support and join the movement to redefine Africa’s role in global commerce.

    Investigator news reports that AfreTrade is a trusted digital gateway for global trade, providing African businesses with seamless access to markets, skills, and capacity-building solutions. Combining Trade, Talent, and Training into a single ecosystem, AfreTrade is committed to driving economic inclusion, export expansion, and sustainable development across Africa.

    Investigator news gathered that for media inquiries, interview requests, or additional information, please contact:

    Email: admin@afretrade.com ,Website:  www.afretrade.com