Ex Lawmaker, Peller Hosts Turkish Investors in Lagos

A former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Shina Peller, has said that Nigeria’s youthful population and growing middle class present a substantial consumer base for businesses to thrive.

Peller, who is also the founder of Aquila Group, added that the country boasts of abundant natural resources, from oil and gas to agriculture, offering immense investment potential.

The former lawmaker disclosed this while delivering his speech at the second edition of Turkiye-Nigeria Business and Investment Summit held recently in Lagos.

Peller in a statement issued Wednesday described Nigerians as resilient, focused, innovative, problem-solvers who adapt to situations easily, noting that Turkish people also share similar attributes.

He expressed concerns that Nigeria was being perceived wrongly in a negative way by many who have little or even no knowledge about the country.

He, therefore, stressed the need for all Nigerians to consider re-writing the country’s story in a positive way it should be,adding that every Nigerian must see the task as a priority and his/her civic responsibility.

According to him, Contrary to what is being perceived wrongly by some people from other parts of the world, Nigeria is a country of boundless potential and home to some of the world’s most creative minds, assuring the Turkish investors that they will never regret doing business with Nigeria.

It would be recalled that in October 2023, Peller, whilst delivering his keynote address at the first edition of the summit held in Istanbul, Turkey, had described Nigeria as a gateway to Africa’s world of creativity, adding that Turkish entrepreneurs and investors to engage with the country’s growing market for remarkable Return on Investment (RoI).

Highlighting some of the benefits Turkish investors stand to gain from doing business with Nigeria, Peller noted that Nigeria with over 250 diverse ethnic groups and local languages, represents the economic and cultural potential that exist across the African continent.

Peller emphasised that the significance of fostering strong bilateral relationships between countries. He highlighted the fact that collaboration and partnerships are key drivers of economic growth and prosperity.

He emphasised the need for cultural understanding and appreciation, which are essential for building strong and lasting relationships.

He stressed that by fostering cultural exchange programs and initiatives, both countries can enhance mutual understanding and create a harmonious environment for collaboration.