Nigerian CEOs to proffer solutions to country’s recession at 2nd NSE roundtable

To proffer much needed solutions to the many problems plaguing the Nigerian economy, CEOs from different sections of the economy will meet for a roundtable discourse on the last day of August.

The Nigerian Stock Exchange, together with Bloomberg, will play host to the event, the second of its kind.

Themed “Navigating the Changing Business Landscape in Nigeria”, the event will bring together thought leaders and captains of industry to share in-depth knowledge about their sectors with capital market players and proffer much needed solutions to economic realities.

Speaking on the event, Oscar N. Onyema OON, Chief Executive Officer, NSE, said “the CEO Roundtable is in line with the commitment of the Exchange to provide a platform that ensures continuous dialogue to provide practical solutions for companies operating in Nigeria.

He added that the present state of the economy was an opportunity for business to step back for proper assessment and planning.

“It is expected that this event will critically examine the changes in the business landscape, highlight their impact and propose solutions that will enable businesses thrive and survive in the current environment,” he said.

“Bloomberg is working more closely than ever with key financial institutions and stakeholders in countries like Nigeria to help them grasp opportunities, tackle challenges, and bring more transparency to capital markets,” said Selloua Chakri, Head of Market Structure Strategy, Bloomberg.

“We’re delighted to partner with the NSE again to convene this prestigious group of business leaders for what will no doubt be a fascinating and informative discussion.”

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The event will feature a panel session on the theme and will centre on financing capital projects & the real economy in the current environment, policy measures needed to grow the manufacturing sector’s contribution to the economy and maintaining & attracting foreign investment through the downturn.

There will also be a macro-economic review to guide discussions.

The panel at the event will feature CEOs from the financial services, telecommunications and manufacturing
sectors; CEOs from portfolio management firms and renowned economists.

Some of the confirmed speakers for the event include: Oscar N. Onyema OON – CEO, NSE, Segun Ogunsanya – CEO, Airtel Nigeria, Bolaji Balogun- CEO, Chapel Hill Denham, Mark Bohlund – Senior Economist, Africa and the Middle East, Bloomberg Intelligence and Uk Eke MFR – GMD, FBN Holdings..