A delegation of the United States Consulate General led by the Deputy Economic Counselor Joel A. Kopp recently visited Nigerdock located at Snake Island Integrated Free Zone (SIIFZ) in Lagos. The team has an advisory role to the US government in shaping bilateral policy for Nigeria.
The visit was part of the mission to discover successful business models like that of Jagal Energy and Nigerdock and identify potential areas of investment and cooperation between US and Nigerian companies
Speaking during the visit, the US delegation reiterated their interest in Jagal as a success story despite the huge challenges businesses face in Nigeria. Success stories help to lay the groundwork for a stable business environment. Such will be conveyed during the proposed visit of the US Congressional Delegation to Nigeria.
The delegation praised Nigerdock for its doggedness in the face of challenges. Mr. Osman ‘’Oz’’ Tat who is the Political /Economic Section Chief stated that ‘‘the story of Jagal is heartening and a good story of a company deciding not to be bogged down by all the challenges. Forging ahead no matter the odds’’. He stressed the need for friendly economic policies that will attract investors.
