Ecobank In Partnership To Host Design & Build Expo 2024 In Lagos

All is now set for the maiden edition of The Design and Build Expo 2024 scheduled to take place in Lagos beginning on November 27, 2024.
It is organised by Ecobank Nigeria Ltd., a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group, the leading pan-African banking group with operations in 33 African countries and an international presence in four locations (London, Paris, Beijing, and Dubai).
Speaking at a press conference in Lagos on Monday, Omoboye Odu, Head of SME, Partnerships, and Collaboration at Ecobank, said the initiative is designed to showcase the latest trends, innovations, and sustainable practices in Architecture, Construction, Building Materials, Household Appliances, Engineering and Interior Design Sectors.

She further opined that the expo is positioned as a go-to hub to empower businesses, provide financial solutions, promote economic growth, and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders in the real estate, design and construction sector.

At this expo, she continued, participants will discover cutting-edge designs and sustainable innovations that can inform their next real estate or construction project. They will also learn about bespoke mortgage plans, construction loans, and investment opportunities designed to bring their property ambitions to life with ease. In addition, they will be able to connect with top developers, architects, and builders shaping the future of real estate and construction—opportunities that would come in handy for their future projects.

She added, “Ecobank is the solution for African banking, and we are committed to giving our customers the platform to network, collaborate, and partner, including leveraging social media for international visibility.”

While further explaining that the ‘Design & Build Expo 2024’ was conceived to spotlight homegrown innovations and sustainable practices across architecture, construction, building materials, household appliances, engineering, and interior design sectors, Odu emphasized the expo’s goal to serve as a hub for empowering businesses and facilitating financial solutions that promote economic growth.

Elaborating further on the bank’s dedication to driving growth within the Small, Medium and Enterprises, SME sector, Head of Corporate Communications at Ecobank Nigeria, Austin Osokpor said, “The initiative aligns with what we stand for at Ecobank—enabling businesses to grow. We want to showcase the world made in Nigeria products and how businesses here can revitalize the economy.”

Osokpor stressed the need to encourage wide participation in the five-day event, emphasizing the networking opportunities it would provide for SMEs, clients, and other stakeholders.
Ecobank Nigeria has consistently supported the creative industry, partnerships, and SMEs, recognising them as essential drivers of economic growth and connectivity. This aligns with the Pan-African Bank’s overarching policy of promoting economic development across the continent.

New Sentinel could recall that Ecobank’s previous initiatives include the Adire Lagos Experience and the Photography, Art, and Design Exhibition (PADE). All these initiatives underscore the bank’s dedication to cultural and economic empowerment. Other notable events include the Oja Oge Pop-up Marketplace and the National Schools Chess Tournament, which brought together over 1,200 participants from 250 schools. Through these efforts, Ecobank has solidified its role as a champion of Nigeria’s SMEs and creative industries.
Ecobank Partners in this groundbreaking endeavour include:
* Saba Steel Industrial Nigeria Ltd – Nigeria’s largest steel manufacturer. They provide services and customized steel structures to industrial sectors such as heavy industries, cement plants, aluminum smelters, storage depots. truck bodies etc.
* Coleman Wire & Cables – the largest cable manufacturer in West Africa. They specialize in manufacturing electrical wires and cables that meet international standards for oil industries, commercial and residential.
* Donna Spectre Limited – is an indigenous oil and gas logistics services company which specializes in the end-to-end transportation and evacuation of crude oil in Nigeria.
* Dulux Paints – Nigeria’s leading paint brand, with a wealth of products and services designed to help you find the colours that you’ll love.
* HTL Africa – is a visionary architectural firm at the forefront of reshaping landscapes worldwide. They deliver transformative projects that address complex urban challenges while prioritizing the changing needs of this period in history.
* ITB Nigeria Limited – is a leading construction company in Nigeria and West Africa specialized in the design and build of high-rise buildings.
* Mota Engil Nigeria – is a multinational with operations focused on construction and infrastructure management in the segments of engineering and construction, environment and services, transport concessions and energy.
* Chapel Hill Denham – is Nigeria’s leading investment banking, securities trading, and investment management firm built to serve the distinct needs of business owners and strategic, long-term investors.
* Spazio Ideale – Interior Design company in Lagos, their pillars are creative design, experiential spaces and excellent delivery.