Lagos, Firm Plan Summit On New Source Of Revenue

Lagos State government, in partnership with Modo Ante, yesterday said they had concluded plans to hold the highly anticipated Eko Revenue Plus Summit (ERPS), which it says will help unlock new sources of revenue for the state.

The chief executive officer of Modo Ante, Joko Okupe, who organised the Summit in collaboration with the Lagos State Government, said that “by leveraging technology and innovation, we can unlock ‘new money’ that will provide economic opportunities for Lagosians and more revenue for the Government to enhance Lagos State’s ability to improve the lives and livelihoods of Lagosians on all fronts.”

According to him, the Eko Revenue Plus Summit also offers a platform for innovators to pitch ideas that could unlock new revenue streams for the State.

“By participating in the Summit, sponsors and partners will gain numerous benefits, including Enhanced visibility through extensive exposure to a diverse audience, including government officials, business leaders, investors, and international media. It also provides strategic networking opportunities to connect with key stakeholders and decision-makers to forge valuable partnerships and explore new business opportunities.”

He noted that the Summit, which was supposed to take place on September 25 to 26, 2024, has been moved to October 22 and 23, 2024, to accommodate the participation of a broader range of stakeholders.

The headline sponsor, Wema Bank, and Co-sponsor, AlphaBeta, remain committed to supporting this significant event, which is set to be a landmark in public-private sector collaborations for the State’s financial future.